Impact of application of law no 16/2006 about fisheries and forestry agricultural extension system toward to performance of agricultural extension workers

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the relationship of knowledge, attitudes, skills, and characteristics with the motivation and performance of agricultural extension workers after implementing Law No. 16 of 2006. The research location was determined purposively. Sampling uses the stratified quota method. The data collection method is direct and in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. The results of the study showed that the average motivation and performance of agricultural extension workers were in the medium category. Knowledge, attitudes, characteristics, and skills of agricultural extension workers in Tabanan Regency proved to have a significant positive effect on instructor motivation and performance. Knowledge, attitudes, and skills of agricultural extension workers in Gianyar Regency proved to have a real positive effect on motivation and performance. The motivation and performance of extension agents in Gianyar and Tabanan Districts are mostly in the moderate category. The motivation of agricultural instructors in Tabanan has a very significant positive effect on the performance of extension agents, while the motivation of agricultural extension agents in Gianyar Regency has a significantly positive relationship to performance.

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