A Model of Social Welfare of Village Farmers and Production Capacity: A Case of Agricultural Products in Indonesia

Abstract

This research aims to understand the Social Welfare of Village Farmers and Production Capacity of Agricultural Products in Indonesia. This topic is of particular interest from both an ontological and a sociological perspective, in the context of public policyThe research questions were analyzed using a mixed methodology, combining qualitative and quantitative research.  The qualitative study data were collected through observation and documentation; the analysis was done through multiple steps like data reduction, presentation, verification also with the support of triangulation.  Quantitative data were collected through 100 respondents survey, analysed using Partial Least Square (PLS). The qualitative findings indicated that there was a need for information to be provided to stakeholders regarding the social welfare of village farmers and the production capacity of agricultural products in Indonesia. The implementation of this information would be beneficial. The quantitative findings indicated that public policy and social welfare had a positive and significant impact on production capacity. This result provided inputs for the creation of more effective regulations and policies for state agencies as public officials and practitioners in managing social welfare of village farmers and production capacity of agricultural products.