JURNAL AGRIBISAINS

Development Strategy For Palm Sugar (Arenga Pinnata)

Yuyu Aidah, Ita Novita, Siti Masithoh — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to determine the characteristics of palm sugar farmers and artisans, identify the internal and external factors affecting palm sugar development, and propose alternative development strategies for palm sugar in Sukamulya Village, Cikembar District, Sukabumi Regency. The selection of this location was purposive, considering that Sukamulya Village is a palm sugar-producing village. The research was conducted in April-May 2023. The analytical methods used in this study included the Internal Factor Evaluation (IFE) matrix, External Factor Evaluation (EFE) matrix, Internal-External (IE) matrix, and SWOT matrix. Respondents were determined through a census, with a total of 20 respondents being palm sugar farmers and artisans in Sukamulya Village. The results of the IFE matrix assessment obtained a total score of 2.45, the EFE matrix obtained a total score of 2.58, and the IE matrix was in cell (V) (hold and maintain). Product development can be achieved through product diversification and innovation. From the assessment of the SWOT matrix analysis, 7 alternative marketing strategies were identified for palm sugar farmers and artisans in Sukamulya Village, Cikembar District, Sukabumi Regency.

Side Business Contributions (Trigona Bee Farming) and The Main Business for Household Income

Al Hibnu Abdillah, Barkani Barkani, Juraemi Juraemi — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Trigona bee farming business as a side business for members of the Tribona Reborn farmer group as an effort to increase family household income, until now it is not known how much the value of its contribution to household income is. The aim of this study was to see how much the contribution of the main and side business income of Trigona sp. honey bee farming. to the household income of the Trigona Reborn farmer group. The research was carried out from June to August 2021 in South Sangatta Village. Sampling using saturated sampling. The data analysis method used is descriptive quantitative using the income analysis formula, the level of profit and income contribution. The total income of Trigona sp. as much as Rp. 103,042,600, with an average of Rp. 9,367,509. The percentage of revenue contribution from Trigona sp.'s side business, main income, and other side income is 8.7% (low); 80.1% (high); and 11.2% (low). Even though it makes a low contribution to total income, it can be an alternative as an additional business and fill free time for breeders in between their daily activities. It is hoped that the side business of Trigona sp. continues to grow, to help contribute to the family income of farmer group members.

Analysis Of The Economic Potential And Efficiency Of Cucurbitaceae Agricultural Businesses In The Peatlands

Syamsuri Syamsuri — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The purpose of this study was to analyze the economic potential of peatland utilization based on local wisdom by farmers in the Rasau Jaya Village and to analyze the most efficient Cucurbitaceae species to run based on the results of production BEP values, price BEP, ROI, PP, and R/C. The method used in this study is descriptive with a Participatory Rural Appraisal approach, meaning that it involves the active role of the community in obtaining data. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation and interviews using questionnaires. Sample collection was carried out by purposive sampling, with a total sample that met the inclusion criteria of 21 people. Analysis of economic potential data is carried out by calculating farmer receipts and income, while efficiency analysis is carried out by looking at the value of production BEP, price BEP, ROI, PP, and R/C. The results showed that the receipts for pumpkin, cucumber, watermelon, melon, squash and bitter gourd respectively were Rp. 2,375,000, Rp. 2,400,000, Rp. 2,800,000, Rp. 3,000,000, Rp. 2,400,000 and Rp. 2,400,000. Income received successively Rp. 275,000, Rp. 220,000, Rp. 700,000, Rp. 900,000, Rp. 300,000 and Rp. 300,000. Efficiency analysis shows that Cucurbitacea farming is efficient to run, and the most efficient type of Cucurbitacea is melon. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the Cucurbitaceae agricultural business has economic potential and is efficient to run, especially the melon type.

Profitability and Feasibility of Onion Farming in The Lower Plains

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Due to the increasing demand for shallots from households, companies, and industry, the per capita consumption rate of shallots is expected to increase by 8.21% in 2021, making shallots a high-value horticulture product with great business opportunities. Reok District is a subdistrict that is suited for cultivating shallots because it is situated in a lowland region at a height of 12 meters above sea level. 50% less land was cultivated than the previous year. Reok Sub-District is a center for producing shallots in Manggarai Regency, which is a basis for considering a selection of research locations. The decrease in planting area will have an impact on shallot production in Manggarai Regency. 50 shallot farmers, who were specifically selected as the samples, were added. With the assist of the income equation and R/C ratio analysis, this study seeks to ascertain the profitability and viability of shallot farming in Reok sub-district. Based on the analysis's findings, it was determined that shallot farming in Reok sub-district generated an average revenue of Rp. Rp32,304,679.04 with an average of 0.51ha, and the R/C ratio was 1.85, which indicated that the sub-district's shallot farming was deemed to be feasible. This research examines BEP unit and rupiah BEP as material for consideration in the implementation of agricultural activities in the next period in addition to revenue and business viability analysis. where the rupiah BEP is IDR 4,441.45/kg and the unit BEP is 1996.095 kg.