Green Agriculture Implementation Through Leadership and HR Training Development at Jombang Regency Agriculture Office

Purpose: This study analyzes green agriculture implementation strategies in Jombang Regency, East Java, Indonesia, focusing on leadership roles and human resource (HR) training and development within the Agriculture Office. It highlights the importance of institutional leadership and HR capacity building in supporting sustainable farming practices amid global demands for food sustainability and Indonesia’s agricultural self-sufficiency challenges.
Research Methodology: This study used an exploratory qualitative approach. Data were collected through field observations, interviews with key stakeholders, and document analysis, then analyzed using thematic analysis.
Results: Green agriculture in Jombang has developed through three models: System of Rice Intensification (SRI), Organic Rice Farming, and Healthy Crop Cultivation. While all models were effective during implementation, SRI and organic programs were discontinued due to weak institutional continuity, limited market access, and declining farmer participation. Leadership at both institutional and farmer-group levels significantly influenced sustainability. The current BTS model shows promising results supported by strong multi-stakeholder collaboration.
Conclusions: Sustainable green agriculture requires integrated leadership at institutional and community levels, continuous HR development, cross-sector collaboration, and long-term policy support. The BTS model reflects lessons learned from previous program failures.
Limitations: This single-regency qualitative case study limits generalizability and does not include quantitative impact measurement.
Contributions: The study provides a comparative analysis of three green agriculture models, offering insights into leadership and HR conditions essential for sustainable agricultural transformation and practical policy recommendations.