OPTIMALISASI KESEJAHTERAAN MASYARAKAT DESA CIKONENG MELALUI PEMBERDAYAAN PERTANIAN

Abstract

This research examines the role of the Cikoneng Village government in community empowerment

in rice farming to optimize the welfare of the village community. A descriptive qualitative method

was used with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation.

Informants included village government officials, farmers, and community leaders. The results

showed that empowerment programs, such as counseling, training, provision of superior seeds,

and agricultural equipment assistance, improved farmers' knowledge, skills, and productivity in

rice farming. Obstacles include budget constraints, limited human resources, and inadequate

agricultural infrastructure. Nonetheless, the implementation of this policy had a positive impact

on community welfare by increasing farmers' income. This research suggests increasing

community participation, alternative funding sources, developing human resources, and

optimizing coordination with related institutions to optimize empowerment.