Jurnal AGRISEP: Kajian Masalah Sosial Ekonomi Pertanian dan Agribisnis

Income Feasibility Analysis of Taro Farming on Peatland in North Singkawang District

Linda — 2025-03-14

This research was conducted in Semelagi Kecil, Setapuk Besar, and Sungai Bulan villages in Singkawang Utara sub-district, Singkawang city, West Kalimantan province in 2023, using surveys and interviews with saturation sampling of 69 taro farmers on peatlands. This study aims to analyze and feasibility of taro farming on peatlands in North Singkawang District. The method used in this research uses a quantitative descriptive approach. The analysis used to calculate the feasibility of farming is by calculating the amount of revenue, total costs, income, R/C ratio, and BEP. This study shows the results that the feasibility of taro farming carried out in North Singkawang District is feasible to cultivate with farmers income of IDR 60,672,203 per hectare per growing season, total costs incurred 13,340,463 IDR/ha/growing season, with farmers income of IDR 53,829,109 per hectare per growing season, R/C ratio 4.55, and BEP production of 481.60 kg, BEP revenue of IDR 2,408,012, and BEP land 0.04 hectares. There is a need to increase farmers knowledge related to cultivation techniques, especially in the use of good and appropriate production inputs, so that the production inputs provided by farmers for taro farming are not less which can reduce production yields and not excessive which can cause waste of costs incurred.

Comparative Analysis of Offline and Online Marketing Mix for Jackfruit Chips and Banana Chips in The Local Processing Fruit Small Industry in Bandar Lampung City

Denti Fitri Yanti — 2025-03-14

The Fruit Processing Industry is a food manufacturer that uses fresh fruit as raw materials to produce products such as jackfruit chips and banana chips. The rapid development of technology has pioneered the online marketing of products. The objective of this study is to compare the purchasing decisions of offline and online consumers in the Fruit Processing Industry in Bandar Lampung City in 2023. The respondents in this study consist of 30 offline consumers and 30 online consumers. Data collection was conducted from February to March 2023. The analysis method used is the 4P marketing mix analysis (product, price, place, and promotion) followed by the Mann-Whitney test. The results indicate that the average variable for offline and online consumers falls into the good category with a percentage of 78.08 percent and 79.85 percent respectively. The Mann-Whitney test results show no significant differences in consumer decision-making between online and offline channels concerning price and promotion. In contrast, significant differences exist for product and place, underscoring their influence on purchasing behavior. Based on the research findings, to balance purchasing decisions between offline and online, it is recommended that the small Fruit Processing Industry in Bandar Lampung City add special discounts or prices for purchases on certain days and adjust promotions to current trends to increase sales.

Exploring Muhammadiyah Youth Interest in Agripreneurship Transformation in Sidenreng Rappang Regency: Insights from the Theory of Planned Behavior

Aksal Mursalat — 2025-03-10

Muhammadiyah youth have an excellent opportunity to be involved transforming of young agropreneurs in the agricultural sector by utilizing land assets. The purpose of this study is to explore the interest of Muhammadiyah youth in transforming into young agropreneurs in Sidenreng Rappang Regency using the Theory of Planned Behavior to analyze the influence of attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control on intentions and behavior. Research methods include purposive sampling, observation, interviews, and Structural Equation Model (SEM) analysis with 100 respondents. The results showed that attitude directly and significantly influences behavior, while subjective norms and perceived behavioral control influence behavior through intention. The findings suggest that increasing positive attitudes and strengthening subjective norms are essential for forming solid intentions, increasing participation in agropreneurship. This research provides important insights for designing training programs and policies that support Muhammadiyah youth interest in the agricultural sector, which impacts the economic productivity and welfare of Muhammadiyah cadres in Sidenreng Rappang District.

The Impact of Entrepreneurial Characteristics on the Success of Online Fresh Produce Businesses in Medan

Chyntia Winata Luis — 2025-03-08

This research aims to analyze entrepreneurial characteristics, business success, and the influence of entrepreneurial characteristics on business success. The number of samples in this research was 38, using a purposive sampling method. The research results show that the average score level on the entrepreneurial characteristics indicator is 148.8, with a percentage of 78.2% (high category). Not only that, but business success also has an average score of 134.3 with a rate of 70.6% (high category), and there is a significant influence between Entrepreneurial Characteristics (KW) and Business Success (KU). The t-statistical value of Entrepreneurial Characteristics (KW) on Business Success (KU) is 28.476, more significant than the t-table 1.68. This means there is a substantial difference of 28.476 between the average of the two variables and the relationship between them. Apart from that, the resulting research p-value of 0.000 is smaller and much lower than the alpha value (0.05), which means it is significant and rejects H0. The suggestions in this research are for online fresh fruit and vegetable business actors to improve their management skills and strategies in running their businesses and further improve strategies in utilizing the technology used in promotions to attract customer attention. Buy and be better able to market their products inside and outside the city by becoming entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurial characteristics have a significant influence on business success.

The Impact of Per Capita GRDP, Inflation, Unemployment, and Food Prices on Food Security in Banyumas Regency During The Covid-19 Pandemic

Muhammad Pujiyanto — 2025-03-10

This study aims to determine the influence of economic factors on food security in Banyumas Regency during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has intensified vulnerabilities in Banyumas, where economic challenges, such as declining GRDP per capita, rising unemployment, and fluctuating food prices, have heightened the risk of food insecurity. As a region reliant on agriculture and local markets, Banyumas struggles to maintain food accessibility and affordability amid disrupted supply chains and reduced income levels. The research uses a descriptive analytical approach, utilizing secondary data from official reports, economic surveys, and government databases. Economic variables such as GRDP per capita, inflation, unemployment rate, and food prices are examined using a multiple linear regression model to assess their influence on food security. The analysis revealed that GRDP per capita (p = .037), unemployment rate (p = .007), and the pandemic (p = .003) significantly affect food security, while inflation approaches significance (p = .065). Interestingly, the price of staple foods, like medium rice, shows no statistically significant effect (p = .875), suggesting stabilizing measures, such as subsidies or price controls, may mitigate price volatility. With an adjusted R-squared value of 0.922, the model demonstrates strong explanatory power. The findings highlight that GRDP per capita and unemployment rates critically influence food security in the region. The study recommends that the government prioritize improving food accessibility and availability by enhancing local food production, expanding distribution channels, and bolstering food security networks.

Typology of Access to Land Resources and Socio-Ecological Dynamics in the Coastal Community of Pasaran Island, Lampung Province, Indonesia

Jessica Vanelia Amanda — 2025-03-10

Differences in land access on Pasaran Island reflect complex inequalities between local and migrant groups, and between communities with different economic power. The social-ecological dynamics involved control of land resources and reclamation. The absence of appropriate regulations has led to tensions. Using a qualitative method using in-depth interviews with 14 informants. Informant selection based on purposive sampling technique based on criteria, primary data was collected from 14 informants who were directly involved in the social-ecological dynamics created on Pasaran Island, including the Local Government (Marine and Fisheries Office of Bandar Lampung City and Land Office of Bandar Lampung City), Head of Village, Head of Neighborhood Association, Local Community (Bugis), Migrant Community (Cirebon and Indramayu), and Community Leaders. Data collection was closed after data saturation was reached when no more new information emerged, and the data collected as a whole formed a complete story. This research explores issues of access struggle and social-ecological dynamics within the framework of access theory. Based on understanding these land access and socio-ecological dynamics, the government can take more appropriate steps to manage resources, prevent conflict, and support environmental sustainability and community welfare on Pasaran Island.

Competitiveness Analysis of Lampung Province Coffee: RCA and RSCA Approach

Kusmaria — 2025-03-08

Lampung province is one of the coffee production centers in Indonesia. The coffee industry in Lampung is a significant contributor to the local economy, with its products being sent to various regions in Indonesia and even abroad. However, it has yet to be discovered whether the coffee products produced can compete with those from other regions. This research aims to analyze the competitiveness of coffee in Lampung province. This research was conducted in Lampung Province. This location was chosen purposively, taking into account that this area is a coffee production center and is the area with the second-highest coffee production in Indonesia. This research uses secondary data in the form of time series data over a period of 5 years (2018-2022). The analytical tool used to analyze the comparative competitiveness of coffee uses the Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) and Revealed Symmetric Comparative Advantage (RSCA) methods. The research results show that the coffee commodity in Lampung Province over the last 5 years has had high competitiveness, as seen from the RCA value > 1 and the RSCA value > 0.

Productivity of SMEs in the Wood Processing Industry: Case From "Gen Y" in PPU and Kutai Kartanegara, East Kalimantan

Yohanes Kuleh — 2025-03-08

The urgency of this research is to investigate the partial effects of business length (BL), HR quality (HRQ), and capital (Cpl) on turnover (Tnr), labor costs (LC), market share (MS) to profits (Pft) from active SME clusters operating in wood processing from two East Kalimantan locations, i.e. Penajam Paser Utara (PPU) and Kutai Kartanegara. Data was taken and compiled from interviews with 211 Gen Y as business owners and verified via the panel regression method. In the context of the wood processing industry. This paper finds two main indications. The first model in PPU shows that: (1) BL has a significant impact on Tnr, (2) BR, HRQ, Cpl, and Tnr have a significant impact on LC, (3) BL, HRQ, Cpl, Tnr, and LC have a significant impact on MS, and (4) BL, HRQ, Cpl, and Tnr have a significant impact on Pft. In the second model with the case in Kutai Kartanegara, it proves that: (1) BL and HRQ have a significant effect on Tnr, (2) BL, HRQ, and Cpl have a significant effect on LC, (3) BL, HRQ, Cpl, Tnr, and LC have an effect significant for MS, and (4) BL, HRQ, LC, MS have a significant effect on Pft. The originality of this idea promotes the continuity of SMEs towards a holistic cycle. Practical implications for SMEs in the wood processing industry in both places are able to encourage flexible strategies in business productivity by increasing HR quality, capital, market share and labor costs in a sustainable manner.

The Role of Agribusiness Competencies in Strategic Decision-Making for Millennial Farmers in Kubu Raya Regency

Dewi Kurniati — 2025-03-08

Millennial farmer' management decisions are influenced by their agribusiness competencies. Farmers are constantly faced with decision-making on what and how to produce it. Both controllable internal and uncontrollable external factors constrain farmers' decision-making process. Meanwhile, millennial farmers will need to act as the driving force of agriculture in the future. Millennial farmers require sufficient agribusiness skills to manage their farms effectively. This study examines the competencies of millennial farmers in agribusiness, their managerial decision-making process, and the relationship between these competencies and organizational decisions. The agribusiness competency variables studied are based on agribusiness subsystems, including input supply, production process, product processing, marketing, and supporting subsystems. This study included all millennial farmers in Kubu Raya Regency. The sample was determined to be 150 samples using purposive sampling. A selected sample of millennial farmers aged 19-39 years old. The analysis used interval class category analysis with three categories: good, moderate, not good, and Spearman rank correlation analysis. Results of the analysis show that millennial farmers have moderate agribusiness competencies and managerial decision-making processes. There is a strong positive correlation between agribusiness competencies and managerial decision-making processes. The government should enhance millennial farmers' agribusiness skills by providing infrastructure, facilities, and marketing, finance, and product processing training while collaborating with academics to develop technology and innovation.

The Impact of Credit Use on Rubber Farming Income in South Sumatra

Muhammad Farhan M.S — 2025-03-10

Indonesian rubber plantations are experiencing a fluctuating productivity trend due to difficult capital access, which is one of the problems faced by farmers. Agricultural credit serves as an alternative solution to this issue. Financial credit serves as a solution to address the capital issues faced by farmers, as the additional capital from credit can be used to enhance input utilization, thereby optimizing production. This research aims to analyze the impact of credit use on rubber farming in South Sumatra Province. This research uses secondary data, specifically the 2014 Agricultural Household Survey data from the Central Statistics Agency. The respondent farmers totaled 4,924 rubber farmers in South Sumatra, consisting of 98 farmers who took credit and 4,826 farmers who did not take credit. South Sumatra was chosen as the research location because it is the province with the largest natural rubber production in Indonesia. The methods used were the descriptive method and propensity score matching (PSM) to assess the impact of credit on rubber farming income. The results showed that the largest expense for rubber farming in South Sumatra was the labor cost component within the family, indicating that rubber farming in South Sumatra remains labor-intensive. The allocation of credit funds that has not yet been accurately targeted in agriculture as a whole is a factor contributing to the insignificance of credit in increasing farmers income. Therefore, there is a need for extension services related to financial literacy so that credit funds can be optimized in agricultural practices.

Added Value and Profitability of PT ABC’s Processed Moringa Products

Sonia Ghinaa Salim — 2025-03-08

The utilization of Moringa in food processing, herbal medicine, and animal feed makes this plant attractive to researchers for testing its effectiveness and entrepreneurs for making it a business commodity. PT ABC is one of the companies processing Moringa into various derivative products. PT ABC is the largest company in Central Java, establishing Blora as the centre of the Moringa commodity. The untapped potential of Moringa, with its high economic value, has driven the government to aspire to make Moringa an icon of Blora Regency, allowing the community to capitalize on it as a business commodity. This study analyzes the added value and profitability of Moringa Capsule and Moringa Infusion products. Applying the Hayami method, the analysis identifies Moringa Capsules as having a higher added value ratio than Moringa Infusions. Profitability assessments, encompassing production costs, break-even points, and operational efficiency, confirm that both products generate substantial profits. The company operates above the break-even point, with profitability of IDR 64,529 for capsules and IDR 22,387 for infusions. These findings reveal the economic potential of Moringa-based products with profitability margins of 30.97 per cent for Moringa Capsule and 15.35 per cent for Moringa Infusions. These margins highlight the viability of expanding production and tapping into new markets. Blora can strengthen its competitiveness in national and international markets by promoting innovation in product development. Practical implications include diversifying product offerings to meet evolving consumer demands and leveraging profitability data to attract investment, ultimately enhancing rural incomes and economic resilience.

Strategy for Strengthening Arabica Coffee Agribusiness Institutions Through an Interpretative Structural Modelling Approach in South Sulawesi, Indonesia

Irmayani — 2025-03-09

Coffee exports are high, but productivity is low due to poor coordination, limited resources, and weak skills and infrastructure. The objectives of this research are to (1) explain the role of agribusiness institutions in enhancing the competitiveness of Arabica Coffee, (2) identify the obstacles that hinder the effectiveness of agribusiness institutions in enhancing Arabica Coffee production, (3) design strategic programs to improve Arabica coffee production. This research uses survey methods, interviews, and focus group discussions to obtain data by involving respondents or experts directly involved. The analysis used is Interpretative Structural Modeling to analyze institutional relationships and identify strategic points for policy intervention to increase Arabica coffee production. The results of the ISM analysis show that the Department of Food Crops, Horticulture, and Plantations of Enrekang Regency has a strategic role in increasing Arabica coffee production through coordinated strategic programs. The main obstacle is the lack of initial support for institutional involvement, which hinders inter-agency coordination. Strategic programs such as extension services focus on enhancing farmers knowledge and skills to adopt sustainable technologies and practices.

Consumer Preference and Willingness to Pay for Organic Broiler Chicken in Jabodetabek

Melysa Nabilasari — 2025-03-08

This study analyzes consumer preferences and Willingness to Pay (WTP) for organic broiler chicken in the Jabodetabek area. The discrete choice experiment (DCE) method analyzes consumer preferences and WTP based on relevant attributes that are in the market or similar to those in the market. The attributes analyzed were organic label, product form, freshness, taste, and price. These five attributes were selected based on a literature review. The study was conducted on 105 respondents who had experience buying and consuming it. Data were collected online from September to October 2024. The results showed that consumers prefer organic broiler chicken with organic labels, cuts/parts, fresh, and tasty. Conversely, high prices can decrease consumers' utility. Consumers are willing to pay IDR Rp96,883/kg more for organic broilers with organic labels, IDR 22,516/kg for cuts/parts, IDR 34,101/kg for fresh, and IDR 70,634/kg for tasty. This study emphasizes the importance of organic certification in increasing consumer confidence and the provision of organic broilers in practical and fresh forms. Producers and marketers are advised to prioritize product quality and convenience and develop marketing strategies highlighting the superior taste and health benefits of this product.

Gender-Based Analysis of Technical Efficiency in Rice Farming: A Case Study in Deli Serdang Regency

Jones T Simatupang — 2025-03-10

Deli Serdang Regency is the foremost rice grower in North Sumatra Province. The disparity in input access between male and female producers is responsible for the low rice output in this region. This study aimed to assess the technical efficiency of rice cultivation among male and female producers and identify the inefficiency sources among rice farmers in Deli Serdang Regency. We employ a stochastic frontier methodology to assess the technical efficiency of rice cultivation and utilize a statistical difference test to evaluate efficiency disparities between the two cohorts of rice growers. Primary data was gathered from 400 farmers during the 2022 planting season. The study revealed that male rice growers exhibited greater efficiency than their female counterparts. Our findings indicate that male rice producers inadequately utilized labor, fertilizer, land, and pesticides, but female rice producers inadequately utilized labor and fertilizer. Factors contributing to inefficiency also included the frequency of extensions, experience with FBOs, agricultural expertise, and access to irrigation. Given that women dedicate considerable time to domestic responsibilities and child-rearing, local governments may establish extension and training initiatives—such as guidance on fertilizer application, pest management, and agricultural record-keeping—alongside health programs routinely administered at integrated service posts (Posyandu) and family welfare programs (PKK). Extension services are essential to enhance the knowledge and abilities of women rice farmers, hence improving technical efficiency, household welfare, and the sustainability of rice growing in Deli Serdang Regency.

Impact of Entrepreneurial Competencies, Innovation Types, and Digital Marketing Strategies on Ground Coffee Business Performance: A Case Study of West Lampung

Utari Trina Sujana — 2025-03-14

Ground coffee has quite enormous economic potential in West Lampung. However, the coffee industry faces challenges maintaining and improving performance due to increasingly tight market competition. This research examines the impact of entrepreneurial competencies, innovation, and digital marketing on business performance, considering innovation as a mediating variable. Furthermore, it seeks to identify priority variables and indicators for enhancing the performance of ground coffee enterprises in West Lampung. Respondents in this research were 37 ground coffee entrepreneurs. Data analysis methods used are Partial Least Square (PLS) and Importance-Performance Map Analysis (IPMA). The findings of this research indicate that entrepreneurial competencies and digital marketing significantly impact the performance of ground coffee businesses in West Lampung. In contrast, innovation does not significantly impact business performance despite the positive influence of entrepreneurial competencies on innovation. Consequently, entrepreneurs should explore alternative, more effective strategies to foster business growth. To improve business performance, digital marketing strategies should be developed, including social media marketing, online marketplaces, and targeted advertising. Entrepreneurs can build content highlighting their unique taste by illustrating the production process, origin, and characteristic flavors. They can also showcase its quality through visually compelling photographs and videos demonstrating various preparation techniques.

A Comparative Study of Economic Efficiency of Sorghum in Monoculture and Intercropping Patterns in Ende District, Indonesia

Willybrordus Lanamana — 2025-03-14

Sorghum is one of the rice substitution commodities, and a source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals, however, the percentage of its productivity witnessed a decrease. This research aims to analyze the economic efficiency level of sorghum cultivation through the development of monoculture and intercropping agricultural models. Additionally, the research is aimed at discovering the fundamental factors that influence the efficiency level. This research was conducted in Nggela village, starting from September to November 2023. The population was 170 participants, consisting of 95 people applying monoculture farming and 75 people for the intercropping farming model. The census method was used in this research. The researchers adopted the Cobb-Douglass Stochastic Frontier Analysis (SFA) approach for data analysis. The results of the study showed that the average technical, allocative and economic efficiency of monoculture sorghum farmers was lower than that of intercropping sorghum farmers; this caused farmers to be more interested in intercropping technology than monoculture. Advantages of intercropping; reducing plant pests, increasing soil fertility, and increasing farm income. Factors that affect technical, allocative and economic efficiency are; age, length of farming, farmer membership dummy, cropping model dummy, and land ownership status dummy and the one that did not have a significant effect was the credit access dummy, This has an impact on the slow development of sorghum farming businesses. It is recommended that farmers adopt intercropping practices and optimize their use of inputs for greater efficiency.

Cyclical Dynamics of Beef Market Price in Yogyakarta Province: A Cobweb Model Approach

Agung Triatmojo — 2025-03-16

Fluctuations in agricultural food prices, particularly for animal proteins like beef, have profound implications for Yogyakarta beef market, imposing significant budgetary constraints on consumers, disrupting market equilibrium, and creating uncertainty for farmers. Understanding the drivers of cyclical price dynamics is critical for effective policy intervention and market regulation to mitigate these challenges. Therefore, this study specifically investigates determinants of cyclical beef price behavior in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Utilizing time series data from 1989 to 2018, a two-stage least squares (2SLS) approach in natural logarithm form is employed to identify the factors influencing beef demand and supply. The 2SLS method was chosen to address potential simultaneity bias arising from the interdependence of beef price and quantity, ensuring more accurate estimation of the relationships between these variables. Log-log regression model is then employed to determine market equilibrium based on Cobweb Model. Although the Cobweb Model simplifies price expectations and market complexities, its focus on cyclical dynamics and data accessibility makes it suitable for analysing cyclical price patterns in the beef market. The results revealed that beef demand is significantly influenced by price (0.203%) and per capita income (0.485%) , while supply is driven by price (0.075%), cattle population growth (0.403%), and slaughter numbers (0.425%). The findings indicated a convergent fluctuation pattern, with demand elasticity exceeding supply elasticity (0.471 > 0.343). This research contributed to understanding of price dynamics and market equilibrium in the context of local beef market, demonstrating the applicability of the Cobweb Model in explaining cyclical adjustments in price and quantity.

Export Competitiveness of Indonesian Cocoa Derivative Products in Main Destination Countries

Soraya Alaini — 2025-03-14

The purpose of this study is to examine the competitiveness of Indonesian cocoa derivative product exports, especially cocoa paste, cocoa butter, and cocoa powder, to the main destination countries: Malaysia, China, the Philippines, the United States, and India and to analyze the export trends of cocoa derivative products to make a forecast for the next 10 years. Data analysis includes the RCA (Revealed Comparative Advantage), ECI (Export Competitiveness Index) and ARIMA models. The results show that Indonesian cocoa paste has significant competitiveness in Malaysia, China, the Philippines, and the United States, but not in India because the RCA value is < 1. Indonesian cocoa butter and powder have a high competitive advantage in the main destination countries, indicated by the RCA value> 1. Indonesian cocoa paste, cocoa butter, and cocoa powder have been competitive since 2005 to 2022, indicated by the average ECI score > 1. In addition, the projection of Indonesia cocoa paste export prospects to major destination countries shows an increasing trend from 2023 to 2032, except for the Philippines which is expected to decline during that period, with an average of only 142.51 tons per year. The projection of the quantity of Indonesia cocoa butter exports to major destination countries shows an increasing pattern. The projection of the amount of Indonesia cocoa powder exports to Malaysia, China, the Philippines, and India is on an increasing trajectory; however, in the United States, it shows fluctuations with a downward trend with an average of 1,899,175 tons per year.

How Beef, Chicken, and Egg Demand Elasticities Vary with Income in Indonesia.

Rulianda Purnomo Wibowo — 2025-03-14

Regional economic factors, income levels, and the availability of substitutes influence the demand for beef, chicken, and eggs in Indonesia. Beef is considered a luxury commodity in higher-income areas and exhibits greater price sensitivity in lower-GDP regions. Chicken, a staple protein source, generally demonstrates inelastic demand but increases price sensitivity in the lower GDP areas. Eggs, being more affordable, exhibit higher price elasticity, particularly in lower-GDP regions, and often complement beef consumption. This study examines the own-price, cross-price, and income elasticities for beef, chicken, and eggs in Indonesia, comparing these effects across provinces with varying income per capita levels. The research utilized secondary data from the Central Statistics Agency, encompassing per capita commodity consumption, consumption values, and prices from 2013 to 2023 across 33 provinces. The Almost Ideal Demand System (AIDS) model analyzed the interrelated consumption of beef, broiler chicken, and eggs. Certain provinces were excluded due to data limitations, particularly in newly formed regions with insufficient historical records. The findings of this research indicate that price sensitivity, regional economic factors, and consumer preferences influence the demand for beef, chicken, and eggs. Income disparities affect substitution patterns, wherein rising chicken prices lead to increased beef consumption, while eggs complement beef and premium varieties are perceived as luxury goods. Consequently, there is a necessity for policies addressing regional economic disparities, food security, and affordability, especially as premium products such as organic eggs become more prevalent and the cost of animal proteins increases.

Developing Entrepreneurial Competencies in Coffee Farming: Strategic Approaches for Kepahiang Regency

Timbul Rasoki — 2025-03-14

National coffee consumption by Indonesians has consistently increased over the past five years, while exports of raw coffee beans have declined. On the other hand, exports of ground coffee, coffee beverages, and instant coffee have grown, except for a sudden drop in instant coffee exports in 2019. Research on entrepreneurial competencies reveals that eleven indicators range from low to moderate levels, with the weakest being the ability to seize business opportunities. Analyzing internal and external factors is crucial to addressing the moderate-to-low entrepreneurial competencies of coffee farmers in Kepahiang Regency, followed by formulating strategies using the SWOT approach. The study recommends a conservative WO (Weaknesses-Opportunities) strategy to overcome internal weaknesses and optimize opportunities by enhancing technical training and education in coffee cultivation, leveraging natural resources, and improving decision-making and creativity to manage microenterprises diversity effectively. This research has broader relevance to agribusiness development by providing strategic insights that can enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of the coffee sector in the global market.

Stakeholder Networking and Institutional System Approaches in the Context of Sustainability for Smallholder Peatland Plantations

Ridha Rizki Novanda — 2025-03-18

This research investigates the challenges faced by smallholder oil palm plantations on peatlands in Mukomuko Regency. It focuses on stakeholder networking and institutional approaches to ensure the sector sustainability. Qualitative data was collected through interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), and field observations, capturing stakeholder perspectives and experiences. Quantitative data was gathered via surveys targeting smallholder farmers and stakeholders, analyzing power, interest, and sentiment. Key data sources include farmers, the Village government, Agricultural Extension Officers (PPL), and the Replanting Chairperson. The data analysis employs a descriptive approach, incorporating the Total Weighting of Degree Among Actors method to evaluate the strength of stakeholder networks. This method highlights the collaboration, influence, and connectivity among stakeholders. The findings reveal that the Village government, particularly the Village Head and Secretary, plays a crucial role in promoting sustainability through collaboration. Strengthening stakeholder networks, including better coordination between the Village Head, Secretary, farmers, and extension officers, is recommended to enhance the sustainable management of oil palm plantations on peatlands.

Strategy Development for the Agribusiness Microfinance Institution (LKMA) in Kendal Regency

Edy Purwanto — 2025-03-26

Agribusiness Microfinance Institutions (LKMA) are micro-scale financial institutions prioritized for farmers initiated by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Indonesia. The number of LKMA in Kendal Regency in 2015 was 277 in 20 sub-districts. In 2022, there were 28 active LKMA and 249 inactive LKMA. Many inactive LKMA are due to poor LKMA governance, so farmers cannot access financing for their business capital. This study uses a qualitative case study approach. The population in this study consisted of all LKMA leaders in Kendal Regency, and the sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The number of samples was the Head of LKMA Blorok, LKMA Anugerah Tani Makmur, LKMA Mekar Arum, LKMA Sendangmulyo, LKMA Sido Makmur, LKMA Sukma Sejahtera, LKMA Bina Tani, LKMA Tanam Sari, LKMA Gondang and LKMA Karangsari Sejahtera. Data analysis includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions using data validity techniques, namely data triangulation. The results of the study stated that the condition of LKMA in Quadrant I is growth with strategies that must be implemented, namely increasing capital through cooperation with the private sector and the government, the need for regional government regulations on LKMA governance, increasing soft skills and managerial skills in LKMA management, and providing agricultural insurance for LKMA members. This study implies that the Kendal Regency Government can make Regional Regulations on LKMA management guidelines to be used as guidelines in implementing LKMA governance for the sustainability of LKMA and improving the economy of farmers in Kendal Regency.

Prospects for Shallots Agribusiness Development in Pamekasan Regency

Ary Bakhtiar — 2025-03-19

Shallots have a strategic role in the local economy. Shallots are a staple food and essential seasoning, leading to high demand and strong market potential. As Indonesia is an agricultural country with rich natural resources, shallot farming can improve national food security and fulfil people's food needs. The research applies a descriptive quantitative method using trend analysis to examine shallot production in Pamekasan Regency. The data used are secondary production data from 2020 to 2023. This study aims to determine a. what factors influence the development of shallot farming in Pamekasan Regency, b. the prospects for developing shallot farming in Pamekasan Regency. The results showed that a. there are factors that dominate shallot production in Pamekasan Regency, such as land area, weather, fertilizer problems and agricultural technology. Shallots production data in Pamekasan Regency from 2020 to 2023 shows a significant downward trend. The area of shallot land in Pamekasan Regency is dominated by an area of less than equal to 1 Ha, so if there is a change in cropping patterns or farmers' attitudes in deciding which commodity to plant, it directly affects the level of shallot production. B. Shallots have high economic value and stable domestic and international demand. With appropriate planting and management patterns, shallots will become a commodity that can survive in the rainy and dry seasons. Onion derivative products, such as fried shallots, shallots paste, and shallots powder, have the prospect of increasing added value and farmers' income.

Strategies’ Formulation for Empowering Tengger Tribe Women Farmers in Probolinggo Regency

Dwiyana Anela Kurniasari — 2025-03-27

The 5th Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) focuses on gender issues, including women's roles in politics and the economy. In the financial sector, women contribute to agriculture, but gender inequalities persist, requiring gender-oriented empowerment programs to address disparities in the potato sub-sector. This research analyzes the role of Tengger Tribe women farmers using Gender Framework Analysis (GFA) and formulates strategies for their empowerment. The study was conducted in the Tengger Tribe community, Sukapura Village, Probolinggo Regency, using a census method with 78 women rice farmers as respondents. Data collection involved observation, in-depth interviews, and questionnaires. The first objective was analyzed using qualitative descriptive methods, the second through gender analysis to assess workloads in potato production, followed by social capital analysis and SWOT analysis. The strategy results include (1) establishing a women farmers' group in Sukapura Village with stakeholder facilitation, (2) training and assistance in food crop cultivation suited to local conditions, and (3) organizing a women's farming school to enhance farmers' knowledge. Policy implications for this empowerment strategy should consider various aspects, including beneficial innovations for women farmers in Sukapura Village and mechanisms for implementing and financing empowerment initiatives.