IMPLEMENTATION OF ORGANIC RICE CULTIVATION TO REALIZE SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

Abstract

The synthetic chemical residue-free rice cultivation technology is through organic rice cultivation technology. Organic plant cultivation technology started in 2007 and continues its expansion, even though not as expected. This research aims to study the development of community-based organic agriculture from the perspective of sustainable agriculture. In this study, the researchers used questionnaires and quantitative research approaches. The primary and secondary data were obtained through observation on rice cultivation land, then interviews were conducted with farmers managing rice cultivation in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The data obtained descriptive-explanatory analysis was carried out. Based on the results, the development of organic farming in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, did not go well. The category of Moderately Sustainable in the perspective of sustainable agriculture was demonstrated with a Sustainability Value of 60.78%. The availability of production facilities independently, the perception and appreciation of the community towards organic agricultural products became obstacles and constraints of organic farming development. The contribution is beneficial for sustainable agriculture to achieve food security.