Keywords:
young agrosociopreneur, independence, learning, information technology, capacity, mediating variable

  • Abstract

    This study aims to (1) analyze the influence of learning and information technology (IT) utilization on the independence of young agrosociopreneurs (ASP) in West Java, Indonesia, and (2) evaluate capacity as a mediating variable in the relationship between learning, IT utilization, and young ASP independence. Using a quantitative approach through surveys conducted with 227 young farmers, data were analyzed with structural modeling using SmartPLS software. The findings reveal that learning has a significant direct influence on ASP independence, whereas IT utilization does not exhibit a direct significant impact. However, ASP capacity is proven to be a strong mediating variable, enhancing the effectiveness of learning and IT utilization on independence. These findings emphasize that increasing ASP independence can be achieved by prioritizing capacity-building through quality training and optimized IT utilization. The practical implication of this research is the need for technology-based learning focused on enhancing the entrepreneurial capacity of young ASP, enabling them to independently navigate the dynamics of modern agribusiness.

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Syamsiah, S., Sumardjo, Anna Fatchiya, Yoyon Haryanto, & Firmansyah, A. (2025). Unveiling the influence of learning and information technology utilization on the independence of young agrosociopreneurs: Capacity as mediating variable. Multidisciplinary Science Journal, (| Accepted Articles). https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2025520
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