Cost and Feasibility Analysis of Corn Farming on Replanted Oil Palm Land in Jorong Giri Maju

Andre Geovano; Gusriati Gusriati; Herda Gusvita; Mahmud Mahmud; Jhon Rinaldo

doi:10.55927/eajmr.v4i6.197

Authors

Andre Geovano Universitas Ekasakti Padang
Gusriati Gusriati Universitas Ekasakti Padang
Herda Gusvita Universitas Ekasakti Padang
Mahmud Mahmud Universitas Ekasakti Padang
Jhon Rinaldo Universitas Ekasakti Padang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v4i6.197

Keywords:

Corn Farming, Oil Palm, Production Costs, Feasibility Analysis, Multiple Linear Regression

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the influence of land area, labor, seeds, pesticides, and fertilizers on the cost of corn farming and to assess its feasibility on oil palm replanting land in Jorong Giri Maju, Nagari Koto Baru, Luhak Nan Duo District, West Pasaman Regency. The research was conducted from March to April 2022 using a descriptive method with purposive sampling. A total of 63 farmers were selected from a population of 173. The data used were both primary and secondary, analyzed using multiple linear regression, R/C ratio, and BEP analysis. The results show that labor and pesticide costs significantly affect corn farming costs, while land area, seed, and fertilizer costs do not. Simultaneously, all variables together influence total costs. The majority of farmers are aged 15–55, with most having 2 hectares of land and a high school education. Based on the R/C ratio, BEP price, and BEP production, corn farming is considered economically feasible.

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