The Realities of Fertilizer Subsidy Implementation in Regency of Cianjur’s Rice Fields

The Purposes: The research explores the dynamics of implementing Indonesia's subsidized fertilizer policy in the agricultural setting of Cianjur Regency, West Java. The study delves into the relationship between national policy guidelines and their execution at the local level, utilizing a qualitative case study method, emphasizing the structural and procedural obstacles encountered by primary stakeholders.
Novelty: Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews, analysis of policy documents, and field observations, which allowed for a comprehensive understanding of distribution methods, quota allocation, and the coordination of institutions. The results indicate ongoing discrepancies between the objectives of the policy and its practical implementation, reflecting issues such as inconsistent targeting of farmers, a lack of transparency in the allocation process, and logistical challenges that impede prompt access to resources. The research highlights the importance of intermediary organizations, like agricultural cooperatives and local government units, in influencing policy results, often in contexts marked by limited resources and unclear regulations.
Conclusion: This research adds to the discussions surrounding agricultural subsidy management and rural growth, focusing on policy responsiveness and fairness. It calls for adjusted implementation approaches that emphasize clear institutions, participatory processes, and flexible monitoring to improve the efficiency of input subsidies in bolstering the resilience of smallholder farmers.

Fertilizer, Resiliences, Cianjur, West - Java, Rice

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