Organic Fertilizer and Technical Efficiency in Melon Cultivation in Wonogiri, Central Java

Melon (Cucumis melo L.) is a potential seasonal fruit crop. In melon cultivation, farmers combine various inputs. Combined inputs such as land, seeds, organic fertilizers, inorganic pesticides, labor. Organic fertilizer now promising method for sustainable agriculture where it most affordable compared to synthetic fertilizers. The objectives of this study were (1) determine the technical efficiency (ET) farming, (2) effect manure on production. (3) To age, formal education and farmer experience use manure. Giriwoyo sub-district was chosen research location because has largest area harvested land highest amount farming production in Wonogiri Regency. Selection samples using accidental sampling technique. number respondents 60 farmers. conclusion from results that average 96.7% classified high criteria, positive production, thus can increase which will further efficiency. Age, have suggestions given are be done by adding increasing experience. Increasing age proxy information, namely knowledge with training improved apprenticeship activities other parties. Experience key factor