Palm Sugar Production Research Articles

Consumer Perception of Palm Sugar Products in Rokan Hulu District, Indonesia: A Prospective Analysis Approach

The demand for palm sugar has been consistently increasing each year, particularly due to the growing public awareness of health benefits. Palm sugar is considered a safer sweetener option due to its low glycemic index and absence of side effects. The primary objective of this research is to analyze consumer perceptions regarding the attributes of palm sugar. This analysis is crucial in assessing consumer satisfaction and loyalty toward palm sugar consumption. Consequently, the findings will contribute to enhancing the marketing mix strategies for palm sugar. The survey method was employed to conduct this research, with a sample size of 30 consumer respondents selected through random sampling. Additionally, an opinion poll was conducted with key individuals to gather insights on the development of palm sugar products. The collected data were then analyzed using a prospective analysis approach. The research results indicate that specific attributes significantly influence consumer perceptions when purchasing palm sugar. Consumer perceptions in purchasing palm sugar are based on details of the marketing mix attributes which are the determining attributes, namely: taste, quality, palm sugar color, texture, popularity of craftsmen, and price. The marketing development implications of this research are improvements to three attribute components, namely raw material composition information, product standards, hygiene, partnerships, and technology. This serves as a consideration for craftsmen to improve consumer perceptions of palm sugar. Keywords: marketing of palm sugar, perception, prospective

Characterization of Palmyra palm (Borassus flabellifer Linn.) sap after harvest across different pH ranges for production of palm sugar

The quality of palm sap harvested from the inflorescence of Palmyra palm (Borassus flabellifer Linn.) trees can vary significantly from one container to another, affecting the production of palm sugar. Assessing the pH of the sap is a quick and convenient method for farmers to gauge its quality in Palmyra palm fields. In this study, palm sap collected from various containers was categorized into four groups based on different pH ranges. The objectives were to assess the physical, chemical, and microbiological characteristics of each group and to correlate these characteristics using principal component analysis, as well as to produce palm sugar from each group. The findings revealed that the palm sap with a pH below 5.0 (pHA) exhibited higher levels of reducing sugars, titratable acidity, and total phenolic substances, along with increased lactic acid bacteria (LAB) loads, larger particle sizes, lower contents of total and non-reducing sugar, protein, amino acids, and browning color values compared to sap from other pH ranges (pHB: 5.6–6.5, pHC: 6.9–7.5, and pHD: above 8.0). Principal component analysis indicated similarities between the palm sap groups of pHC and pHD, which were highly correlated with protein and total amino acids, total sugar contents, browning index, and color values of a* and b*. Conversely, pHA was distinct, being highly correlated with reducing sugar and total phenolic contents, titratable acidity, LAB loads, L* value, and particle volume. Meanwhile, pHB showed a high correlation with potassium and calcium contents, % transmission, electrical conductivity, and coliform loads. Crystallization of palm sugar derived from pHA sap was challenging, whereas sugar from the other sap groups readily crystallized. It can be concluded that pH evaluation strongly contributed to parameters of palm sap quality for palm sugar production.

KONTRIBUSI USAHATANI GULA AREN TERHADAP PENDAPATAN KELUARGA DI DESA TANGKENO KECAMATAN KABAENA TENGAH (Contribution of palm sugar farming to family income in Tangkeno village, central Kabaena subdistrict)

Sugar palm is a type of palm plant that is almost spread throughout Indonesia. All parts of this plant can be used, starting from the sap which can be processed into sugar, and the stems can be processed into palm flour, the unripe fruit can be processed into palm fruit, and the fibers can be processed into crafts. The aim of this research is to find out how much palm sugar farming contributes to family income in Tangkeno Village, Central Kabaena District. Meanwhile, the benefit of this research is to provide information regarding how much palm sugar processing contributes to family income in Tangkeno Village, Central Kabaena District. The method used in this research is the interview method. The types of data used to conduct research are primary data and secondary data. The results of research from 38 respondents show that the average contribution to palm sugar farming income in Tangkeno Village, Central Kabaena District for one year is IDR 22.934.210 with an average amount of palm sugar production of 4.323 kilograms, so the annual contribution of palm sugar farming is by 55%. The amount of income from palm sugar farming is quite large and is able to help the family to meet their needs. Keywords: Contribution, Income, Palm Sugar Farming Business, Tangkeno Village, Central Kabaena District

Community Asset Mapping in Indonesian Local Micro Enterprise Empowerment: Insights from Sukamantri Village

This study aims to assess community resources for development and to pinpoint the challenges faced by palm sugar micro-businesses. A qualitative approach was used, involving ten participants. Data was gathered through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The results reveal a strong sense of community and a significant entrepreneurial drive among residents. However, there is untapped potential in environmental resources for land development that could support the cultivation of sugar palm trees, which are currently endangered. On the other hand, economic resources, such as the palm sugar marketing network, production enhancement, and sourcing of raw materials, are underdeveloped due to community isolation, reliance on traditional markets, and a lack of knowledge about digital marketing. The lack of management institutions, capacity-building programs, social network support, and government assistance greatly hinders the growth of these resources and the micro-businesses. To improve the capabilities of palm sugar micro-entrepreneurs in Sukamantri Village, it is crucial to tackle several key issues, including poor business management practices, weaknesses in local institutions, limited networking opportunities, and challenges related to funding and support. The researchers suggest that local government and the private sector should focus on support programs, enhancing the management and production processes of palm sugar micro-enterprises.

Enhancing Sustainability through Agricultural Zakāt -Based Philanthropy Movement: A Comprehensive Study on Social Welfare Capital

Zakāt on Agriculture, as one aspect of Islamic finance and philanthropy, is crucial in supporting community welfare and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. This research examines the philanthropy movement driven by agricultural zakāt at Desa Mangga in the Langkat Regency, Indonesia. It adopts a qualitative approach, employing a phenomenological study through in-depth interviews. This research involved three key groups as research subjects: 10 amil zakāt (who are responsible for zakāt administration), 15 zakāt payers, and 35 zakāt recipients. The research findings reveal that philanthropic activities involving agricultural zakāt at Desa Mangga can be categorized into consumption-oriented and production-oriented activities. In contrast to the traditional approach of distributing zakāt mainly to relieve financial burdens, Desa Mangga has adopted a more proactive strategy in managing agricultural zakāt funds. The funds are directed towards productive businesses such as palm sugar production, stalls, and farmland management. As achieving complete economic independence continues, the effective allocation of agricultural zakāt funds at Desa Mangga progressively empower recipients to become more economically self-reliant. Nevertheless, it is crucial to highlight that, in practice, the concept of empowerment within zakāt philanthropy at Desa Mangga has yet to reach its full potential. Charitable activities still dominate the distribution of zakāt funds, inadvertently fostering dependency among zakāt recipients.

Efforts to Improve Product Quality and Marketing of Palm Sugar Through Branding and E-Catalog in Karang Bayan Village, Lingsar District, West Lombok Regency

The purpose of implementing this activity is to help improve the quality of palm sugar production in Karang Bayan Village and to be able to expand market share, both local and modern markets by marketing through social media. This study used a descriptive method, namely UNRAM KKN students in Karang Bayan Village, Lingsar District, West Lombok Regency for the 2023 period conducted a survey directly to the location of palm sugar production. Based on the results of the discussion, it can be concluded that the production process of solid palm sugar includes the preparation of tools and materials, the processing process which includes tapping, boiling, filtering, printing, as well as packaging and branding. Marketing is done through branding and e-catalogs. Branding is an effort to build and enhance the identity of a brand/brand with a very broad scope, while branding efforts include making a business name, logo and business location. While the E-catalog is data on various products that are designed with an editing application. E-catalog creation efforts include a list of business products as well as product information such as prices, product photos, cellphone numbers and addresses. The benefits of e-catalog itself are that it is easier to access by various parties, information on goods and services is more transparent and more effective in improving the performance of goods procurement

ANALISIS PENDAPATAN DAN NILAI TAMBAH USAHA PRODUK OLAHAN NIRA AREN (GULA AREN) DI DESA MONGIILO KECAMATAN BOULANGO ULU KABUPATEN BONE BOLANGO

The objectives of this study are twofold: firstly, to assess the viability of processing palm sugar products, and secondly, to determine the additional value that palm sugar brings to Mongiilo Village in the Bone Bolango Regency. This investigation spanned from September to December 2022, involving 67 farmers as respondents. The research utilized both primary and secondary data. Employing a saturated sampling method (census), all respondents were interviewed, ensuring a comprehensive representation of the population. The analytical approach adopted for assessing added value was the hayami method, while the Return Cost Ratio (R/C Ratio) was employed for overall analysis. The findings revealed an R/C ratio of 3.72, surpassing the threshold of 1. This implies that cultivating palm sugar in Mongiilo Village, Bulango Ulu District, Bone Bolango Regency, is economically justified. The study determined an added value of Rp. 761.11/kg, with palm sugar craftsmen in Mongiilo Village generating a profit of Rp. 587.83, equivalent to 19.59% of the total production.

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.

Potentiality of Pressmud Application in Soil for Palm Oil Plantation Productivity

The agricultural sector in Malaysia is predominantly comprised of the oil palm and sugar refinery industries. Approximately 50% of the materials generated during palm oil and sugar production would result in organic waste that contains a high content of lignin and cellulose. Waste generated from the sugarcane industry can be used as a resource of another, bringing economic and environmental benefits. This study aims to provide useful insights into using sugarcane waste to enhance the sustainability of the agriculture industry in Malaysia, specifically palm oil plantations. It can also enhance the green knowledge in soil technology for a sustainable agriculture industry in this country. Based on the physico-chemical characteristics examined in this study, pressmud evidently emerges as a promising material with significant potential to serve as an admixture medium in soil for palm oil plantations, leading to a reduction in the application of chemical fertilizer. This waste material displayed a coarse texture, compared to the less coarse texture of the laterite soil. Its texture and surface of the object exhibited irregularities and were covered with pores. Incorporating pressmud into the soil has improved its capability to adsorb nutrients by facilitating the cation exchange process. The efficacy of the laterite soil-press mud mixture as a soil amendment in palm oil plantations can be determined through its Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), a key indicator of its ability to improve soil performance and enhance production.

Peluang Kewirausahaan Melalui Pengembangan Ide Produk Gula Aren Bubuk Di Desa Sindangsari Purwakarta

Community Service Empowerment Activities aim at business management, as well as developing investment and economic productivity and Village potential, as well as obtaining profits or net profits to increase the village's original income and develop the maximum benefits of the Village community's economic resources. Another aim is to develop the idea for powdered palm sugar products, namely to help improve the economy of the people of Sindangsari Village in entrepreneurship by utilizing existing natural resources, and provide opportunities for Sindangsari Village to be better known by the wider community for its superior products, as well as helping advance sugar MSMEs. sugar palm in Sindagsari Village. This method of community service and empowerment activities consists of several stages, there are 3 (three) stages in the process of implementing this activity, namely: Trial of making ant sugar and determining packaging, Determining calculations and determining Cost of Production (HPP), and Holding seminars as one of the strategies for conveying the idea of powdered palm sugar products to the public. Sindangsari Village is one of the villages that produces palm sugar with quite good quality. This is our aim to develop entrepreneurial opportunities through the idea strategy of powdered palm sugar in Sindangsari Village. In practice, we utilize palm sugar production that has been molded to make the process easier, as well as symbiotic mutualism activities, where there are mutually beneficial parties, when people who are not palm sugar processors want to try making ant sugar, they can buy palm sugar first from entrepreneurs. Palm sugar

Optimization of Digitization-Based Ant Sugar Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in Cimarias Village

Angkeub Hamlet, located in Cimarias Village, Pamulihan Subdistrict, Sumedang Regency, has great UMKM potential in palm sugar production. However, Angkeub Hamlet has challenges in developing its economy, namely the lack of community understanding of digital business. This research aims to open the insights of training participants about product diversification from palm sugar. This activity was carried out with a qualitative method in the form of direct discussions with residents, namely palm sugar craftsmen. The results of this thematic KKN program are that the community gained a new understanding of palm sugar cultivation, bookkeeping, product legality, and the operation of platforms for digital marketing through social media and e-commerce, and became a fostered village of Universitas Islam Nusantara. The conclusion of this program has contributed to the livelihood of the community by providing them with new income opportunities. Increased added value of printed palm sugar products into ant sugar. After participating in this program, the craftsmen can technically know the process of making ant sugar and digital marketing, but assistance is still needed to escort them to the production scale and legality. Therefore, the prospect of long-term cooperation output is in the form of an Islamic Nusantara University Assisted Village.

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.

Probability and Impact of Risk on the Palm Sugar Household Industry in Air Periukan Sub-District Seluma District

Risk is significant since it is an unforeseeable event that causes problems for palm sugar business participants. To establish good corporate governance, risk management is required. The goal of this study is to identify risk sources, estimate risk likelihood, and assess risk impact on the palm sugar home industry in Air Periukan District, Seluma Regency. The quantitative and qualitative research methodologies employed include descriptive analysis, z-score, and VaR (Value at Risk). The findings revealed that the sources of risk in the palm sugar home industry in Air Periukan District, Seluma Regency were at production risk, specifically low palm sugar production, and at social risk specifically teens consuming palm sap as palm wine. The likelihood value of production risk in the palm sugar home industry in Air Periukan District is 53.27%, while the social risk of youths using palm sap as a palm wine drink is 26.33%. The effect value of low-risk palm sugar production is Rp. 531,703.164 per production, and the social risk impact value of teens who use palm sugar as palm wine is Rp. 47,173.152 per production.

Knowledge Sharing Digital Marketing Sebagai Upaya Membangun Jiwa Kewirausahaan Dari Produk Lokal Desa Sekarwangi

The use of technology in the field of entrepreneurship has become a central point that plays a key role in shaping the contemporary business landscape. Rapid changes in technological developments have a significant impact on the way businesses operate, innovate and compete in the global market. In the current era, business actors are faced with the need to adapt to advances in digital technology in order to survive in business competition. Especially considering that most consumers make online purchase activities. Analysis of the condition of partner problems obtained that many local products have more selling value, such as palm sugar products, coffee products and lemongrass processed products. But the obstacle is related to product marketing. The village MSME players hope that their local products can be known to the wider community. Based on the phenomenon of problems faced by partners, knowledge sharing activities related to digital marketing are carried out as an effort to build an entrepreneurial spirit through three stages of activities, namely counseling, training, and mentoring. The results of the activity received a good response by partners, there was interest in partners to be able to market their local products digitally through the use of their mobile devices.

Implementation of Digital Marketing Technology and Product Quality Improvement Training for Palm Sugar Entrepreneurs In Makasili Village

Digital marketing is an effective and efficient strategy in the marketing process and attracts consumers to get to know the products and services offered. Makasili Village is a village where one of the livelihoods is palm sugar entrepreneurs, the community makes palm sugar as a source of income, but the income from selling palm sugar is still mediocre. The purpose of this service is to increase knowledge in operating digital marketing and increase knowledge about the quality of palm sugar products to increase partner income. The methods used are (1) Outreach (2) Implementation of digital marketing technology and product quality improvement training. Based on the analysis of the results of improving product quality, partners who feel helped by giving a yes answer of 90%. after being given training and assistance in using digital marketing, 95% had a good opinion about the benefits of digital marketing. Analysis of the results of an increase in income obtained has increased, that is, each partner has an increase in income of 100%. It was concluded that after receiving training supported by sales using digital marketing there has been an increase in income.

Sugar Form Product Innovation and Education Packaging and Labeling for the People of Putrapinggan Village, Kalipucang District, Pangandaran Raise the Sales Value of Sugar Products

Putrapinggan Village is one of the villages in the Kalipucang District of the Pangandaran Regency with abundant natural resources, and aren sugar is one of the leading products. The very abundant palm sugar potential in the village of Putrapinggan has rather than optimally provided a decent income. Community service is intended to increase the value-added of palm sugar. The method of implementation is exposure and practice. 47 participants were involved in this activity. Activity Evaluation uses a 15-question pre-test and post-test, with the results of the activity increasing partners' knowledge and skills regarding the processing of palm sugar products and motivating and inspiring them to further increase the added value of palm sugar products to improve the welfare of people.

Pemberdayaan UMKM Gula Aren Berbasis Kearifan Lokal di Desa Kota Jawa Kecamatan Way Khilau Kabupaten Pesawaran

This community service activity aims to examine strategies for optimizing the empowerment of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the production and marketing of palm sugar based on the principles of local wisdom. The method used involves observation, counseling, mentoring and implementation evaluation. This dedication contributes to further understanding of how Micro, Small and Medium Palm Sugar Enterprises can play a role in sustainable development and the local economy. The policy implications resulting from this research can help the government and other stakeholders in supporting the empowerment of Micro, Small and Medium Palm Sugar Enterprises based on local wisdom and improving the welfare of local communities

ANALISIS PREFERENSI KONSUMEN TERHADAP GULA SEMUT AREN DI PULAU LOMBOK

This study aims to: (1) Describe consumer buying behavior towards Crystals Palm Sugar from point of purchase, purchase frequency, purchase amount and purchase purposes on Lombok Island, (2) Analyze consumer preferences on Crystals Palm Sugar attributes on Lombok Island.
 The method used is the descriptive method. The unit of analysis in this study was the consumers of crystals palm sugar on the island of Lombok. Determination of the sample area using purposive sampling with the consideration that West Lombok Regency is an crystals palm sugar production location and sale location and the city of Mataram is a crystals palm sugar production retail outlet. The number of respondents in this study was 50 respondents that were determined by the accidental sampling technique. The types of data used are qualitative data and quantitative data. The data sources used are primary data and secondary data. The data analysis used was an interval scale evaluation and it was processed by conjoint analysis with the help of the SPSS version 25 application.
 The results of this study indicate that: (1) The purchasing behavior of crystals palm sugar consumers in Lombok Island is that they prefer to buy at the production site, twice a month, the number of purchases is > 1000 gr in a month, and the purpose of the purchase is for consumption. (2) Crystals palm sugar attributes that are consumer preferences based on utility value are original flavor 0.095, IDR15,000-IDR25,000 price 0.357, permanent bag packaging type 0.180, BPOM label 0.590, halal label 0.855, and 1000gr size 0 .332. The crystals palm sugyar attributes that respondents considered the most when choosing crystal palm sugar on Lombok Island in sequence, starting from most considered to least considered, were halal label value 23,599, price 21,068, BPOM label value 17,002, packaging type value 16,511, size value 14,601, and last one is the aroma attribute with an importance value of 7.219.

Community Empowerment: Improving Human Resource by Training Program for the Utilization of Palm Tree Raw Materials in Dayeuhkolot, Subang Regency

Dayeuhkolot is one of the villages in Subang Regency which has tourism potential, such as go’ong waterfall, offroad rides, etc. In the first program in 2021, 150 sugar palm trees were planted in Dayeuhkolot, making it the village with the most palm trees in Subang Regency. Based on information from local stakeholders, the utilization of palm trees so far has not been maximized because people only focus on palm sugar products. Therefore, the author proposes a Community Empowerment program with training on the use of palm trees to become a selling value product. This training program aims to increase public knowledge regarding products that can be produced from palm trees, and have high economic value. This study aims to analyze the impact of the palm tree utilization training program on people’s knowledge of the types of products that can be produced from palm trees and the effectiveness of the training method on the use of oil palm in the community. The first method is using a live demonstration and the second is by showing a video tutorial. The study was conducted in Dayeuhkolot, Subang Regency, and consisted of 12 respondents. The analysis method used paired sample T-test and independent sample T-test. Based on research, the training program has had a positive and significant impact on increasing people’s knowledge about various products derived from palm trees and there is a difference in the average effectiveness of the training method between the direct demonstration method and the video tutorial method.
 Keywords: palm tree utilization, paired sample T-test, independent sample T-test, community empowerment