Palm Sugar Industry Research Articles

Women empowerment through the home palm sugar industry in Hariang village, Sobang district, Lebak Regency in Banten Indonesia

Palm sugar is a home industry product that has been passed down from generation to generation in the Hariang village of Indonesia. Besides its unique characteristics, palm sugar is also an icon of an area, because not all regions have palm resources. Most of the palm sugar business actors, who are generally women, still have limitations, especially in product innovation. As a result, this home industry seems stagnant. Empowering women in the palm sugar home industry in Hariang village, Sobang District, Lebak Regency to develop the palm sugar home industry, strengthens the building of capacity of human resources. The objectives of this study were to (1) increase the capacity of palm sugar craftsmen in Hariang village, (2) increase business capacity in production and marketing management, (3) strengthen business group institutions (BGI) by utilizing infrastructure and production technology, to improve the product marketing function, and (4) develop an integrated home industry business system, with the support of local resources. The research was conducted at Hariang village, Sobang District, Lebak Regency in Banten Indonesia. The Miles and Huberman models for the analysis of qualitative data were adopted for this study from data collection, data reduction, data presentation to conclusion/verification. The realization of human resource competence strengthening activities is carried out by changing the mindset of women craftsmen through a broader network of participatory training by strengthening production management and marketing capabilities. The results of this study showed the need for the following from implementing the empowerment model (1) analyzing the needs of business groups, (2) creating training modules and conducting participatory business management training, (3) conducting technical guidance on production and marketing management, (4) strengthening institutions oriented towards the collective business community (socio-business), (5) benchmarking and partnership business, and (6) monitoring and evaluating the implementation and follow-up of assistance. In implementing the strategy to strengthen human resource capacity, women's business groups must be oriented towards producing premium quality home industry products capable of sustainable product innovation, in supporting business independence and building partnerships. Key words: Empowerment, Farmer Group, Home industry, Palm Sugar, Product Innovation, Women

PENGARUH STRATEGI KEUNGGULAN BERSAING DAN SISTEM PRODUKSI TERHADAP NILAI TAMBAH USAHA AGROINDUSTRI GULA AREN

ABSTRACT This study aims to analyze and prove the factors that influence the added value of the palm sugar industry business. The technique for determining the respondents was carried out by means of a census of 75 units. The analysis technique used is correlation and SEM (Structural Equation Modeling). The results obtained from the Performance of the Strategy of Competitive Advantage in the Palm Sugar Industry Craftsmen in Cisolok District, Sukabumi Regency obtained an achievement level of 78.48% with good criteria. Performance of the Palm Sugar Industry Business Production System craftsmen in Cisolok District, Sukabumi Regency obtained an achievement level of 74.79% good criterion. Demonstration of Value Added Palm Sugar Industry Craftsmen in Cisolok District, Sukabumi Regency obtained an achievement level of 73.25% good criterion. There is a positive correlation between the Competitive Advantage Strategy and the Sugar Production System on the Success of the Palm Sugar Industry Business as indicated by the correlation coefficient r12 = 0.752, which means that the Production System is getting better. the better the Competitive Advantage Strategy. The Competitive Advantage Strategy and Production System have a positive effect on Business Added Value of the Palm Sugar Industry with their respective contributions: 44.15% and 36.73%. Keywords: Advantage, Production, Value Added

Potensi Dan Prospek Industri Gula Aren Di Indonesia

Palm sugar produced from sugar palm plants is an alternative sugar to granulated (refinery) sugar produced from sugar cane plants. Recently, more and more consumers are switching from granulated sugar to palm sugar. However, because entrepreneurs are still traditional, efforts to meet changing consumer tastes still have many obstacles. This research aims to (1) determine the potential of sugar palm plants as; (2) analyze the prospects for the Indonesian small palm sugar industry in the future. The method for determining the research location was carried out purposively, namely the Republic of Indonesia, which is one of the largest palm sugar producers in the world. This research was carried out from March 2024 to May 2024. This research was carried out using a survey approach and used secondary data, especially BPS publication data. To find out the prospects for palm sugar in Indonesia, it is explained using simple linear regression. Meanwhile, the analysis of plant potential is explained descriptively qualitatively and quantitatively. The research results show that sugar palm cultivation in Indonesia has great potential, especially because sugar palm plants do not require complicated growing requirements. Almost all areas in Indonesia can be planted with palm trees. The availability of land in Indonesia is quite extensive, has hydrological and conservative functions. There is a traditional farming culture in cultivating palm sugar. The results of regression analysis using time series data from 1992 to 2020 show that the development of land area, which is a manifestation of farmers' response to demand for palm sugar, shows an increasing trend. With ß of 1,046.5, it shows that on average every year there is an increase in the area of ​​sugar palm plantations of 1,046.5. Meanwhile, from the production aspect, the results of the regression analysis also show a significant increasing trend with ß of 2,575.4, which shows that from the production aspect there has been a significant increase in production, namely 2,575.4 tonnes each year. Furthermore, it can be concluded that the potential for palm tree development is quite good and the prospects for the palm sugar industry in Indonesia are quite bright.

Agroindustry Development Strategy for Palm Sugar in Bone Regency

Bone Regency is one of the potential palm sugar producing areas because it has many sources of raw materials. However, palm sugar is still produced traditionally, resulting in low product quality. This study aims to understand the overview of palm sugar industry and analyze the appropriate development strategy to be applied to the palm sugar industry in Bone Regency. The research method applied is descriptive quantitative. The data analysis method uses descriptive analysis, SWOT and AHP. The results of alternative strategies using SWOT are SO strategy: increased promotion for marketing expansion online and offline. WO strategy: improvement of palm sugar production infrastructure to meet export product standards. ST strategy: improving product quality through training/technical guidance on the application of quality management. WT strategy: increased commitment and cooperation between palm stakeholders in strengthening palm sugar agroindustry, namely the quality of export-ready palm sugar products. The priority strategy based on the AHP results, especially the main determinant factor is human resources, with the responsible actor being the government. The final goal of the palm sugar agroindustry development strategy is the improvement of palm sugar production facilities and infrastructure to meet export product standards.

Strengthening palm sugar product competitiveness through digital marketing

Palm sugar, derived from coconuts, holds longstanding cultural significance in Indonesian society, offering substantial economic value. The hamlet of Nganti in Yogyakarta thrives on coconut farming and palm sugar production. Despite its potential, the palm sugar industry grapples with challenges such as limited market access and a lack of technological awareness. To address these issues, the application of digital marketing is envisioned to broaden market reach and establish robust branding. This community service program is designed to empower and optimize palm sugar marketing through digital strategies, targeting local palm sugar farmers and producers. Activities encompass discussions, digital marketing training, the creation of a video profile, and the establishment of digital marketing accounts. The program has successfully enhanced public understanding of digital marketing, facilitating effective product promotion. The initiation of social media accounts and profile videos serves to broaden product visibility to a wider audience. The most notable outcome is the increased accessibility to markets and heightened product sales.

Development of strategic plan for palm sugar agro-industry using SWOT analysis and business model canvas: Case study in Lombo Village, Sidrap District

Agro-industry is the fundamental part of a development of the agricultural sector. One form of promising agro-industry to be developed in Indonesia is the development of products from palm sugar commodities. The purpose of this research is to determine how to develop a business strategy and increase the potential of the palm sugar industri in Lombo Village, Sidrap District. This study aims to: 1. determine external and internal factors; 2. formulate and analyze internal and external factors, which include strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, from the development of palm sugar agribusiness. 3. Determine strategic priorities based on existing potentials, capabilities, and constraints. 4. Define a business model canvas.The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. This study used an accidental sampling method with a total sample size of 40 palm sugar farmers. Data analysis was performed using SWOT matrix analysis and the Business Model Canvas (BMC). The conclusion from the internal matrix analysis is that the Strategic Factor (IFAS) 5.295 and the External Strategic Factor (EFAS) 4.89. This illustrates that the palm sugar industry in Lombo Village, Sidrap District has strengths that can be developed further. The advice to palm sugar farmers in this area is to maintain product taste, as well as carrying out various innovations in diversifying palm sugar products and making product packaging attractive so that it will increase added value.

Kegiatan Ekonomi Dalam Pemberdayaan Masyarakat di Kampung Maredan Barat, Tualang, Kabupaten Siak

This study aims to determine and analyze how economic activities in community empowerment in the village of West Maredan. This study used descriptive qualitative method. Qualitative research aims to describe a careful reality of a phenomenon that occurs. Data collection uses documentation, observations and interviews about economic activities in community empowerment. The results showed that in the sustainability of economic activities the two home industries studied, namely the tofu home industry and the brown sugar home industry, had 3 indicators in carrying out economic activities, the first was the production process, the production process that occurred both in the brown sugar home industry and the tofu home industry. in West Maredan still use the traditional system because the equipment used is not modern, in production activities there is no significant difference from both the tofu industry and the palm sugar industry. For tofu factories, the production process does not require extra effort, in contrast to palm sugar, it requires the help of 2 to 3 people starting from the process of felling palm trees and the process of cutting palm oil to be processed again. Economic activities will not be separated from distribution, distribution activities for the two home industries are carried out by delivering them to the nearest shop and market, there are also some middlemen who go directly to production sites, targets or consumers from the two home industries, not only people around Maredan Barat, but already some came from outside the region such as Pekanbaru, Duri and Siak. With the existence of economic activities in the West Maredan village, at least 15% of the community has been able to empower and ease the burden on several people who depend on their work from the production of these two home industries. Judging from the residents of Maredan Barat, there are 2,341 people and there are 10-12 buyers every day, so 20% of the production every day is always sold out.
 Keywords: economic activity, empowerment, public

PRODUKSI GULA AREN CETAK MILIK ANGGOTA KTH HARAPAN BARU I DI KELURAHAN BATU PUTUK, KOTA BANDAR LAMPUNG

The availability of palm sap will determine the production of palm sugar. Therefore, the research objective is to know the palm sugar production in the sugar industry of the Harapan Baru I Forest Farmers Group at Batu Putuk Village. The research data was gathered through observing and interviewing palm sugar industry owners. According to the research, the average volume of processed sap per day was 46.125 liters (50.737 kg/day) from 16 palm trees. The average palm sugar yield is 12.57 percent, and the average palm sugar production is 6.53 kg/day. The right strategy to develop molded palm sugar production was to maintain palm plants and improve tapping techniques to increase the volume of palm sap and palm sugar production.

Increasing The Productivity Of Palm Sugar Through High Degree Of Crystalline Sugar Production

One of the victims of Covid-19 is micro industry. The research team attempts to find the community of original palm sugar (sugar from sugar palm tree) industry which will be process to become gula semut (crystalline sugar). The location where the research and the public service are done is Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatera. It seems that the farmers of palm sugar industry are decreasing in number in Deli Serdang so that the research team is interested in increasing the community of palm sugar farmers and industry in developing their micro business. Another objective of the research is to increase the welfare of the palm sugar farmers in Deli Serdang, North Sumatera, with good and qualified crystalline sugar so that its sales price increases and it can enter domestic and international markets. The research employs descriptive qualitative method. The data are gathered by conducting interviews and using Focus Group Discussion with stakeholders. Specifically, the sugar palm trees are used for hand-handle sap tapping which yields water that flows from the stem of sugar palm tree. The water is called palm water (juice of the sugar palm which when fermented turns into toddy and vinegar). It has numerous kinds of palm sugar and one of them is crystalline sugar processing. In this research, crystalline sugar is used as the innovation from palm sugar processing in the form of slabs because its sales value is very promising. The concept of marketing strategy applied in this research is the online and offline marketing.

SEGMENTATION, TARGETING, AND MARKETING MIX STRATEGIES OF PALM SUGAR INDUSTRIES IN BANYUMAS REGENCY, INDONESIA

Palm sugar is one of the potential commodities in Indonesia, especially in the Banyumas Regency. This commodity has been marketed domestically and also exported to various countries. Its success cannot be separated from the marketing strategy carried out by the palm sugar industries. The purpose of this study was to determine the strategy of segmentation, targeting, and marketing mix of the palm sugar industries in Banyumas Regency. The method used is a qualitative research which is analyzed with an interactive model. The results of this study indicate that there are similarities in marketing strategies in segmentation strategies, targeting between industries and slight differences in marketing mix strategies.

Potential analysis of palm sugar industry development in Lombo Village, Sidrap District

Palm sugar is one of the primary commodities in agribusiness sector, that have a huge potential to be developed into an industry. The palm sugar industry has an important role in employment, income distribution, and improving the welfare of local communities. The problem in this research is how to develop the potential of small palm sugar industry in Lombo Village, Sidrap Districts. The purpose of this study is to identify external and internal factors, 2. Formulate the palm sugar industry development strategy. The method used in this research is descriptive with a qualitative approach. The sampling method in this study used the accidental sampling method with a selected sample of 15 respondents. Data analysis was performed using SWOT matrix analysis. The conclusions obtained are based on matrix analysis of Internal Strategic Factors (IFAS) 2.9 and External Strategic Factors (EFAS) 2.4. This shows that the palm sugar industry in Lombo Village, Sidrap Districts has strengths that can be maintained or improved and have opportunities that can be developed. The development strategy that can be carried out is a strategy that supports aggressive growth. The advice given is to maintain the characteristic taste of the product and improve product quality by creating innovations in product packaging, diversifying product types so that they have high added value.

Optimizing the palm sugar industry through the implementation of appropriate technology

The potential of palm sugar in Ngancar, Candimulyo, Magelang Regency is broad and labor-intensive, guaranteed to reduce the urbanization level. Since production is manual, it requires more time and energy. This Integrated Community Service (PPMT) activity aims to diffuse production process technology to partners through technology transfer and provide motivation for entrepreneurship. Rapid Rural Appraisal (RRA) is the method used by the PPMT group in developing/empowering rural communities and especially in observing the partner conditions extensively, quickly, and efficiently. The design of appropriate technology for the palm sugar sieving machine is one of the product outputs produced by the group during the mentoring period. They also created entrepreneurial motivation for the assisted partners. Conclusively, the results proved that the utilization of appropriate technology accelerates the completion time of the production process in a more cost-effective manner.

AREN: antara Kearifan Lokal dan Persaingan Global (Studi Ekofeminisme terhadap Perempuan di Alam Desa Campoan, Kecamatan Mlandingan, Kabupaten Situbondo)

Palm sugar is a local product that is in demand in the global market. In Indonesia, the palm sugar industry is mostly done by the cold hands of women, especially in the villages. This fact is one of the clear evidence that dual role and emancipation have actually been formed naturally along with the awareness that women must participate in helping the economy of their families. This also happened in Campoan Village, where the palm sugar was found as home industry, which was directed by women. This fact showed us how a rural community unconsciously became the epicenter of feminism movement. This paper will discuss how the dual role of women in Campoan Village as the processors of palm sugar whose daily activities are close to nature and contribute to maintain environmental quality and nature sustainability. Exploration of the role of women in the context of rural development is an exotic thing to study. This is what makes this topic worthy of research.

Empowerment Of Rural Community Based On The Agroindustry Of Local Food

The Agroindustry of local food in rural areas in an activity that can improve indigenous resources. All of local potencies done in rural area, not only to get benefit, but also to increase the role of agroindustry. The development of agroindustry is able to increase local food added value, income and opportunities for employment, and so far to get higher regional economic growth. One of the agroindustry in Kokap District, Kulon Progo is Sumber Rejeki, a group of farmers that produce granulated coconut palm sugar. This group is the pioneer on producing granulated coconut palm sugar. The objective of this paper are to identify indigenous resources based on granulated coconut palm sugar industry; to analyze the role of agroindustry in improving farmers income and job opportunities, and to elaborate the role of farmers group as the centre of institutional improvement. Survey method was used to collect data with qualitative and quantitative data in the area. The result show that Sumber Rejeki farmers group has empowered the rural community by increasing the added value, income and employment opportunities through agroindustry of granulated coconut palm sugar. Key words: Agroindustry, Added Value, Income, Opportunities for Employment, Farmer Group

Identification of Production Process and Palm Sugar Distribution in Small and Medium Enterprises (UKM) in Napano Kusambi District, West Muna Regency

The objectives of this study are (1). know the profile of the palm sugar industry in Napano Kosambi District, West Muna Regency. (2) know the identification of the production and marketing process of palm sugar in Napano Kosambi District, West Muna Regency. The data processed using qualitative data to identify the production process and marketing of palm sugar in small and medium enterprises (UKM) as many as 4 businesses. Data collection using the method of observation, interviews, and documentation. The channel pattern of palm sugar marketing uses a simple random sampling method. The results of this study indicate that the palm sugar processing business, the variable value of the palm sugar raw material is the total amount of business 1, II, III, and IV: 181 liters; 191 liters; 175 liters; 184 liters. The selling price of palm sugar ranges from Rp. 8,000-11,000, of which business I usually sell its products for Rp. 8,000, business II sells its products for Rp. 10,000, business III sells its products at Rp. 9,000 and business IV sells its production price at Rp. 11,000. With the total yield of palm sugar production from businesses I, II, III, and IV in West Muna District, Napano Kusambi District, around 141 seeds/month. Meanwhile, the total profit yields from the highest to the lowest, namely business IV, the highest is around Rp. 925,270 / month followed by business II amounting to Rp. 839,373 / month, followed by business I of Rp. 491,905 / month and the lowest is business III of Rp. 442,500 / month.

Strategi Pengembangan Industri Kecil Gula Aren Di Kecamatan Basidondo Kabupaten Tolitoli

Industri kecil mempunyai peranan yang penting dalam penyerapan tenaga kerja, pemerataan pendapatan, dan meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana strategi pengembangan industri kecil gula aren di Kecamatan Basidondo Kabupaten Tolitoli. Tujuan yang ingin di capai dalam penelitian ini adalah mengetahui strategi pengembangan industri kecil gula aren di Kecamatan Basidondo Kabupaten Tolitoli. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah 64 unit usaha. Pengambilan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode accidental sampling dengan sampel terpilih sejumlah 30 responden. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan analisis matrik SWOT. Kesimpulan yang diperoleh berdasarkan analisis matrik SWOT, strategi yang dapat dilakukan untuk memberdayakan industri kecil gula aren di Kecamatan Basidondo Kabupaten Tolitoli adalah dengan strategi konsentrasi melalui integrasi horizontal. Artinya strategi yang diterapkan lebih defensif, yaitu menghindari kehilangan penjualan dan kehilangan profit yang disebabkan oleh ancaman-ancaman. Saran yang diberikan adalah dengan mempertahankan ciri khas cita rasa produk dan meningkatkan kualitas produk dengan cara menciptakan inovasi dalam pengemasan produk, penambahan jenis produk agar memiliki daya tarik yang tinggi agar tetap mampu bersaing dengan produk lain.

Framework of risk priority and risk mitigation approach for palm sugar reverse supply chain

In the distribution of the palm sugar Supply Chain (SC) from producers to consumers, there are many palm sugar products quality damage, so a Reverse Supply Chain (RSC) activity is needed to minimize the loss and possible rocessed. There are some risks that occur in the RSC activities of palm sugar agricultural industry. The purpose of this study was to design a risk priority framework and risk mitigation as a reference for implementing RSC risk management in the palm sugar industry. The steps in the implementation of this research were the data and information collection, descriptive analysis, category selection, content evaluation and subsequently creating a framework. Approaches and methods for minimizing RSC risk based on the order of risk priorities and risk mitigation strategies were done by using Hybrid Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) - fuzzy Decision Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) and House of Risk (HOR) 2. The results showed that the risk priority framework and the risk mitigation strategy are carried out through four stages starting from risk identification, risk classification, risk priority determination, and risk mitigation strategies.

The Influence of Market Orientation on Product Innovation in The Palm Sugar Industry in The Watchunu Sub-District and North Poleang Bombana District

This study aims to determine the effect of market orientation on product innovation in the Palm Sugar industry in Tontonunu District and Poleang uatara Regency, Bombana Regency. The sample in this study were 38 respondents in the coconut sugar industry. This study uses multiple linear regression analysis as an analysis tool.The results of this study found that Market Orientation simultaneously had a significant effect on product innovation in the Palm Sugar industry in Tontonunu District and Poleang uatara District in Bombana Regency. Partially, market orientation and customer orientation variables have a positive and significant effect on product innovation.

Chemical-free thermomechanical pulping of empty fruit bunch and sugarcane bagasse

The biomass resources oil palm empty fruit bunch (EFB) and sugarcane bagasse, which are residues from the palm oil and sugar industries, continue to be investigated for more applications. With increasing concern for the environment, cleaner production has been a worldwide aim of researchers. In this study, thermomechanical pulp (TMP) from EFB and sugarcane bagasse was prepared with disc refining after steam pretreatment of the raw materials. Afterwards, refining and handsheet properties of TMP using various percentages of unbleached soda bagasse pulp (USBP) were studied. Fiber characterizations and handsheet properties showed that pulp of acceptable quality was obtained via thermomechanical pulping. Moreover, energy consumption during PFI refining of EFB TMP was higher than that of bagasse TMP. Physical properties were further enhanced through introduction of USBP. The results firmly support the feasibility of cleaner thermomechanical pulping of EFB and sugarcane bagasse.

Modelling Raw Material Policy in the Palm Sugar Industry While Considering Sustainability Aspects: A Dynamic System Approach

The availability of raw materials is one important factor in managing the supply chain to support the sustainability of the palm sugar industry. The number of raw materials in the palm sugar industry is influenced by various aspects stemming from the environment, economy and the coconut trees themselves. These aspects are interconnected and interact with each other to support the availability of raw materials in the palm sugar industry. This study is conducted in Purbalingga, Indonesia. The dynamic system analysis of palm sugar inventory will be compared to the demand for palm sugar. Inventory and demand analysis is used to influence policy decisions on how to manage the raw material production area. A model for raw material policy in the palm sugar industry is developed using the dynamic system. Model divided into a demand model and a model of neera coconut inventory and backlog demand. The model in this research can be used to simulate the palm sugar industry in a broader system, because validation for this model gives a small value error of \U0001d707̂\U0001d440 and MAPE.