Aceh tomato farmers and the application of tomato cultivation technology

Abstract

Tomatoes are one of the most widely cultivated agricultural products in Aceh Province and are one of the livelihoods of some farmers. The purpose of this study is to describe the development of the latest tomato planting technology in the world and develop tomato planting techniques in Aceh. This study uses a quota sampling survey technique with 40 respondents and descriptive analysis methods. The results of this study indicate how to use technology for tomato cultivation in Aceh Province is still relatively simple. We found that tomato growers in Aceh are generally small scale. Their production level is low, their education level is low, selling prices fluctuate, and pest management uses chemicals. The application of tomato cultivation technology in Aceh Province is still lagging. The adoption of technologies such as greenhouses, trends in organic tomato production, the use of organic fertilizers, and the use of the latest agricultural tools and machinery do not yet exist. The active role and guidance of the government, non-governmental organizations and academics are essential in efforts to increase the adoption of technology for tomato farmers in Aceh.