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This study aims to analyze the institutional characteristics of farmer/livestcok groups consists of group binder aspects, and the groups function is in supporting institutional groups of farmers /livestock groups.. The research type used is quantitative descriptive by survey approach with qualitative research data types that are quantified based on Likert measurement scale.This research was conducted in Barru Sub-District, Barru Regency, South Sulawesi. Population in this study is all beef cattle farmers who are member of farmer/livestock groups in their area with beginner group ability class, advanced, intermediate, main. The number of research samples is 91 people. Data analysis used is descriptive statistics. The results showed that the institution of farmer/livestock groups in Barru District, Barru Regency viewed from the aspect of group institutional characteristics had not been able to support groups success in achieve the common goal because there were still many groups with higher class status but the activities carried out according to the institutional function of farmer/livestock groups is unfulfilled.