IMPLEMENTATION OF KOSTRATANI PROGRAM IN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION OFFICE GEGERBITUNG, SUKABUMI DISTRICT

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Strategic Command for Agricultural Development (Kostratani) program as part of agricultural development efforts at the Agricultural Extension Center (BPP) of Gegerbitung Sub-district, Sukabumi District. The Kostratani program is an initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture designed to strengthen the role of BPP as a data and information center, agricultural development movement center, technology learning center, agribusiness consulting center, and network and partnership development center. This study used a survey method with a quantitative descriptive approach, which was complemented by primary and secondary data analysis. The results showed that the implementation of the lKostratani program at BPP Gegerbitung has been running quite well. Agricultural extension officers have played an active role in assisting farmers, implementing field schools, and utilizing information and communication technology. However, there are still some obstacles such as limited digital facilities and lack of further training for extension workers. The findings are expected to be an input in strengthening the institutional capacity of BPP and increasing the effectiveness of agricultural development programs at the sub-district level.