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September 19, 2025

Comparison of Costs and Income of Farming Businesses Rice Fields That Use Harvesting Machines Combine Harvester with Power Thresher (Case in Karanganyar Village, Kandanghaur District, Indramayu Regency)

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Combine harvesters reduced total costs by Rp3.36 million per hectare compared to power threshers, enhancing profitability.
Net income increased by Rp5.88 million per hectare with combine harvesters, showcasing their efficiency over power threshers.
Statistical analysis confirmed significant differences in costs and incomes between the two methods, indicating a clear preference.
Agricultural mechanization supports sustainable rice farming and should be encouraged through government initiatives and training programs.

Abstract

Agricultural mechanization, such as combine harvesters (CH) and power threshers (PT), is critical to addressing labor shortages and improving rice farming efficiency in Indonesia. This study compares the costs, income, and feasibility of CH and PT in Karanganyar Village, Indramayu. A quantitative approach with purposive sampling (40 farmers) was used, employing income analysis and paired t-tests (SPSS 26). CH reduced total costs by Rp3.36 million/ha (Rp22.28 million vs. PT’s Rp25.64 million) and increased net income by Rp5.88 million/ha (Rp12.60 million vs. PT’s Rp6.72 million), with a higher R/C ratio (1.57 vs. 1.26). Statistical analysis confirmed significant differences (Sig. 0.000). CH enhances profitability by cutting labor costs and minimizing post-harvest losses, supporting its adoption for sustainable rice farming. Policymakers should promote CH through subsidies and training.

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Comparison of Costs and Income of Farming Businesses Rice Fields That Use Harvesting Machines Combine Harvester with Power Thresher (Case in Karanganyar Village, Kandanghaur District, Indramayu Regency)

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