This paper examined the socio-demographic, economic, and mechanization profiles of rice farmers in Butuan City, Philippines. The study was conducted using stratified random sampling survey methodology. In terms of sociodemographics, majority of rice farmers are male and above 50 years old. Furthermore, most farmers lack college degrees. Cost and return analysis show a benefit-cost ratio of 0.36. The average net profit per hectare is only Php 16,211. This paper determine the level of mechanization in terms of hp/ha and power sources. Results showed that Butuan City has a 3.5742 hp/ha, which is significantly still low. It is justifiable because most of the power sources of farmers' operations in the city are performed manually, especially in planting and crop care management. Land preparation and harvesting are done mainly mechanically, with 0.71 hp/ha and 1.85 hp/ha, respectively being the two highest mechanization indices in all rice production operations in Butuan City.
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