The objective of this study is to analyse competence in home gardening among women in Minahasa and Bitung, North Sulawesi. The respondents were 267 housewives selected out of 803 women participating in home gardening intensification programs. Data was analysed using the Structural Equation Model. Results indicated that the level of competence is high and affected directly by extension and perceptions of home gardening, and indirectly by the environment and group roles.