Environmental Legal Compliance and its Relationship with Perceived Operational Efficiency in Broiler Breeder Farms

Abstract

Environmental legal compliance refers to adherence to applicable environmental laws and regulatory requirements. This study examined the relationship between environmental legal compliance and perceived operational efficiency outcomes in broiler breeder farm operations. Using a quantitative correlational design, data were gathered through structured Likert-scale survey instruments administered to key personnel across broiler breeder farms, measuring compliance implementation across major domains (air, water/wastewater, solid waste, hazardous/chemicals, permits/documentation/audits, and training/responsibilities/culture) and perceived efficiency outcomes (e.g., reduced disruptions, improved sanitation/ housekeeping, better coordination, and reduced downtime). Descriptive statistics and Pearson’s correlation were used to determine the strength and direction of association between compliance and perceived operational efficiency outcomes. Findings provide practical insight that integrating environmental compliance into routine farm management is associated with stronger perceived operational control and stability, supporting more disciplined and resilient operations.