Abstract

National shallot production has increased, with Nganjuk Regency playing a significant role in shallot production within East Java. Despite its contribution, shallot farming in this region faces several risks that need to be addressed. This study aims to identify the sources of risk in shallot farming and to determine effective risk mitigation strategies for shallot cultivation in Gondang District, Nganjuk Regency. The location for this study was selected purposively, with key informants identified as the primary source of data. The analytical tool employed is the House of Risk methodology. The dominant risk agents in shallot farming in Gondang District include pest attacks, erratic rainfall, untimely availability of subsidized fertilizers, non-compliance with recommended input applications, and the use of uncertified seed varieties. To mitigate these risks, the following strategies are recommended is planning the shallot planting season effectively, controlling pests and diseases, monitoring and evaluating cultivation techniques, using certified and resistant shallot varieties, and utilizing liquid organic fertilizer as an alternative to subsidized fertilizers.