Success factors in agribusiness: an exploratory study of FAMA contract farmers in Kuching division, Sarawak / Asnina Tantyyanna Abu Bakar

Success in agribusiness are among the efforts in the implementation of the change and change the perception of the agricultural sector towards higher and more secure future. Returns commensurate benefits to farmers in an effort to convince farmers to further develop their businesses. In fact, the greater involvement of farmers in the agribusiness sector, also a good return on the government to improve the country's economy. In addition, the promotion of young people's involvement in this area, helping menjerumus towards national objectives in agriculture and business. The study of these success factors not only reflects the current success and even help attract people, especially young people to be involved in the farming business, as returns are guaranteed in the future.The study was conducted in Kuching Division which includes six (6) areas of Kuching, Lundu, Bau, entertainment, and Padawan Sematan. The method used in this study is the use of questionnaires to gather information. In fact, the quota of respondents obtained through contract farming units FAMA Sarawak. A total of 162 respondents from smallholders and farmers who mostly grow vegetables, fruits and herbs were interviewed. Most of the respondents interviewed were aged between 41-50 years and most have low levels of education.