Evaluasi Kinerja Penyuluh Pertanian Pada Era New Nomal Di Kecamatan Pinolosian Kabupaten Bolaang Mongondow Selatan

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the performance of agricultural extension workers in Pinolosian District, Bolaang Mongondow Selatan Regency. Evaluating the characteristics of PNS and THL extension workers, the performance characteristics of extension workers and the characteristics of farmers. The method used in this research is survey method. The selection of the research location was carried out deliberately, namely in Pinolosian District by taking four extension agents, namely two PNS extension officers and two THL extension officers. The research was conducted from November 2022 to January 2023. The data used in this study are primary data and secondary data. Primary data were obtained through direct interviews with 20 respondents from farmer group members assisted by PNS extension workers and 20 members of farmer group assisted by THL extension agents, the total was 40 respondents. The sampling method was carried out intentionally (purposive sampling). The data analysis method used in this research is descriptive analysis using a Likert scale. The results of the research show that the performance of PNS and THL extension workers has a fairly good assessment of farmer groups, which can be seen from several indicators.