Production Analysis, Minimum Cost, and Profit in Sentra Production of Rice and Corn Farming in Padang Pariaman

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the influence of input to output in the production process of rice and maize farming in the central paddy and corn production areas of Padang Pariaman Regency. This study also calculates the minimum production costs and the profit received. The data used are primary data and secondary data. The data analysis technique used is Multiple Linear Regression Analysis with Cobb-Douglas production function analysis. The results showed that land, seeds, fertilizers, and labor had a positive effect on rice and corn farming production. The minimum cost of rice farming is lower than corn farming. Corn profit is higher than rice profit.