Sago Production Research Articles

THE POTENTIAL OF SAGO WASTE AS ANIMAL FEED IN THE DOA JAYA ABADI BUSINESS GROUP, MANOKWARI WEST PAPUA

The sago dregs produced by the Doa Jaya Abadi Business Group are abundant and not used by farmers in the area. The business group engages in sago processing and packaged sago production. The Papua University Postgraduate Service Team visited the business group to find out the potential of the sago waste produced. A total of 20 lecturers and postgraduate students took to the field to carry out community service activities. Community service activities begin with communication between the postgraduate director and the Doa Jaya Abadi Business Group chairman. The livestock sector group assessed the potential of sago waste using survey methods and interviews with the head of the Doa Jaya Abadi business group. The community service results revealed the presence of sago worms in the sago waste surrounding the business group. In addition, fermentation can transform sago waste into animal feed.

Karakteristik Petani Sagu dalam Pengembangan Agroindustri Sagu Rakyat di Kabupaten Kepulauan Meranti provinsi Riau

This research aims to: (1) determine the characteristics of sago farmers in Meranti Islands Regency; and (2) knowing the role of farmers in developing the people's sago agro-industry. This research uses a survey method with the help of a questionnaire. This research is further research with the survey method used. The number of samples used in this research is the number of research parameters multiplied by the indicators. The number of indicators in the main research was 5 x 20 so that 100 samples were obtained. The data analysis used is descriptive analysis. The results of the research show that the characteristics of Sago Farmers as seen from age, education, number of family dependents, land area and experience in sago farming are a reflection of the farmer's ability to develop the people's sago agroindustry. The local value of people's processed sago products is the ability possessed by farmers because of their ability to process sago into various products, as well as the existing decision-making mechanism for sago farmers still using a discussion system with traditional leaders (ninik mamak) community leaders, because traditional culture is still implemented with very good.

Penggunaan E-Commerce oleh Rumah BUMN Kepulauan Meranti Sebagai Sociopreneur terhadap Optimalisasi Pemanfaatan Potensi Sagu

This research aims to reveal the use of e-commerce by the Rumah BUMN Kepulauan Meranti as a sociopreneur in optimizing the utilization of sago potential. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative approach through interviews, observation, and document analysis. The research results show that social networks play an important role in helping Rumah BUMN Kepulauan Meranti to expand market reach, increase awareness of sago products, and strengthen branding as a Sociopreneur. With good cooperation with various parties, Rumah BUMN Kepulauan Meranti can optimally utilize the potential of sago so that it has a positive impact on the local community and the surrounding environment. This research provides an important contribution to understanding the importance of the role of social networks in supporting the development of E-Commerce to increase the sustainable use of sago potential.

Study of the millennial generation’s preferences for the development of local food products processed by sago noodles

Abstract Preference is one part of consumer response in determining the choice of product to be used. This study aims to determine millennials’ preferences for processed sago noodle products using natural colors from dragon fruit, turmeric, and moringa leaves. The research method uses quantitative descriptive analysis data. Data was collected using questionnaires. The data observed in this study are the characteristics of respondents, color, aroma, taste, and texture of sago noodles. The collected data was analyzed descriptively and through chi-square analysis. The results showed the response of the millennial generation in taking part in trials of processed sago products is very high. This is proven by the willingness of 72% of respondents in the age range of 19 – 24 years, included in the millennial generation category, and only 4% of respondents who are in the age range of more than 50 years. As many as 44% of respondents had consumed processed sago bagea (traditional cake), followed by 36% kapurung (traditional food), 4% sago meatballs, and 4% sago noodles. Processed sago products are no longer foreign to the millennial generation. Only 4% of respondents had ever consumed sago noodles because sago noodles are a new food in South Sulawesi. The millennial generation’s preference for developing local food products processed from sago is very high, both newly developed products such as sago noodles, and old processed products such as bagea, kapurung and sago meatballs. From the organoleptic results of sago noodles from several treatments with the addition of natural coloring, it is known that sago noodles using coloring from dragon fruit extract are the most preferred, followed by real sago noodles, then sago noodles using turmeric coloring and finally sago noodles using colouring from moringa leaf extract.

The Potential of Upstream to Downstream Sago Industry Trees in Meranti District, Riau Province

Abstract This study examines the potential of the sago plant industry in Meranti Regency, Riau Province, Indonesia. Through field surveys and sampling, it is known that Meranti Regency has a suitable land area for sago growth. The high potential of sago production is the basis for the sustainable development of the sago industry. In addition, sago waste such as dregs, wastewater, and unused sago bark, can be processed into products of economic value such as animal feed, organic fertilizers, building materials, textile fibers, and bioenergy raw materials. The potential of the sago waste industry in Meranti Regency promises economic, environmental, and social benefits. Government support, infrastructure investment, and socialisation efforts are needed to build public awareness and knowledge about the opportunities of the sago waste industry. By optimising sago waste treatment, this area can reduce negative impacts on the environment, create jobs, and improve the welfare of local communities.

Isolation and Characterization of Lactic Acid Bacteria From Sago Wastewater As Antibacterial

Background: Foodborne diseases are infections of the gastrointestinal tract caused by food containing microbiological agents and usually, these infections affect groups of individuals who have low immune systems. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB)are bacillus-shaped Gram-positive bacteria that work by inhibiting pathogenic bacteria that cause foodborne diseases. Maluku is a region in Indonesia rich in sago production. Sago ihur (Metroxylon sylvestre) and tuni (Metroxylon rumphii) are types of sago commonly found in Maluku. Sago is rich in carbohydrates and therefore has the opportunity to produce LAB. This study aimed to isolate and characterize LAB from sago wastewater was a laboratory experimental research with descriptive method using primary data. Methods: Bacterial isolation was carried out using a selective media. Characterization carried out by macroscopicly characterization by observing shape, margin, elevation, pigmentation, appearance, optical properties, and texture. Microscopic characterization was performed using Gram and spore staining. Results: The results of this study showed that five bacterial isolates (I1, I2, T3, T4, and I5) were successfully isolated in a round shape, flat edges, yellowish white color (not pigmented), shiny appearance, and mucoid texture, but isolate T3 showed a raised elevation and translucent to light (transparent), while for other isolates it was convex and translucent, and non-spore forming gram positive. Conclusion: Antibacterial tests against S. aureus and E. coli showed no inhibition zones. LAB isolates from sago wastewater showed no significant antibacterial effect

Development and characterisation of Pearl millet balls: Effect of moisture content on functional and pasting, and structural properties of flour and on globulation of balls

Sago is a popular starch-based food ingredient in India, used in several cuisines for diverse gastronomic experiences. Tapioca starch from has been explored for sago production. The sago industry has a high demand for chemical- and residue-free starch-based balls, and there has been a lot of investigation into viscosity and gelling properties. Millets are ubiquitous sources of nutrition and have a profound role in rendering nutritional value. Thus, this study utilized pearl millet flour in pearl millet ball preparation at varied hydration levels (30, 40, and 50% db). The functional properties of pearl millet flour were assessed and it was observed that moisture content played a crucial role in the sizing of pearl millet balls. Furthermore, 40% moisture content-sized pearl millet balls were found to exhibit good quality attributes. The water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity, solubility index, and swelling power of pearl millet balls were found to be 1.32(g/g), 1.54(g/g), 6.4(%), and 4.1(g/g), respectively. The obtained results proved that millet flour can be a potential candidate for making nutritious sago. Overall, this study forms the proof of concept for tapping the potential of pearl millet in the development of millet-based valuable food products.

Morphological Diversity and Production of Six Sago (Metroxylon spp.) Accessions from Tana Luwu, South Sulawesi, Indonesia

Tana Luwu area owns a relatively high diversity and production potential of sago, but it has not yet been managed optimally. This study aims to identify and analyze the diversity of morphological characteristics and the production of various sago accessions in Tana Luwu. Based on morphological characteristics, the sago palm in Tana Luwu is divided into two groups by the presence of thorns on the rachis and petioles. The presence of thorns has the largest coordinate axis angles, representing a higher diversity distance than other morphological characteristics. Some accessions show very high production potential, with a total production of 476.66 kg per dry tree starch. The average sago production in the six accessions is 276.40 kg per dry tree starch. Accessions with a yield potential > 200 kg per dry starch are observed in Kapa, Uso, Kasimpo, and Sabbe. Therefore, sago in these accessions is potentially developed to obtain superior varieties. Two significant morphological characteristics that contribute to sago production are stem height (r = 0.73) and the number of leaves (r = 0.78).

Post-harvest handling of sago and the sustainability of the processed results

One of the problems faced in the sago production process is the low yield of the results of processing sago pith into sago. It is estimated that around 6 million tonnes of dry starch is wasted because it cannot be recovered in processing. The low production of sago is because most of the sago processing completed by the community uses traditional methods where only minimal equipment is used. Hence, processing sago which is completed simply feels more difficult. The article aims to describe the potential of sago in Indonesia, and some efforts to raise sago production are to carry out cultivation as recommended and many issues about sago. Meanwhile, to raise the use of sago is to increase the number of sago-based food products, both traditional and conventional, with various innovations. It also promotes sago as a staple food, healthy snack, or wheat-based substitute food to the Indonesian people.

Penguatan Olahan Pangan Lokal: Kalakai, Kelor dan Cangkang Telur untuk Mengatasi Stunting

Purpose: The activities about sustainable sago cultivation techniques aim to increase knowledge and understanding of the Women's Fellowship and PKK farmer groups in the field of sago cultivation. This is because sago is the staple food of the local community in Baingkete and its surroundings. By increasing sago production, it is hoped that it can improve community welfare and reduce dependence on imported food ingredients. Methodology: The methods applied in this activity include counseling (providing knowledge and understanding about sago cultivation), demonstration and training (direct practice of planting sago on land owned by farmer groups), discussion and consultation, and program evaluation (giving statements to participants before and after training). Result: The results of the activity showed that the participants were quite enthusiastic about asking questions regarding sago cultivation. They are also very active during the practice of planting sago on the land. The level of community knowledge about sago planting techniques has increased about 25%. Training, practice, and field assistance related to sago cultivation also increased from 40% to 85%. Limitation : The practice of sago cultivation techniques is carried out on 1 ha of agricultural land. And knowing how to increase sago production cannot be done immediately considering the length of time the sago plant grows until it can be harvested. Contribution: This activity is beneficial for the community, which learns about sustainable and environmentally friendly sago cultivation practices. This includes sustainable soil management techniques, the use of organic fertilizer, and the maintenance of a healthy ecosystem.

Budidaya Sagu sebagai Pilar Utama Penghidupan Masyarakat Lokal di Kampung Baingkete

Purpose: The activities about sustainable sago cultivation techniques aim to increase knowledge and understanding of the Women's Fellowship and PKK farmer groups in the field of sago cultivation. This is because sago is the staple food of the local community in Baingkete and its surroundings. By increasing sago production, it is hoped that it can improve community welfare and reduce dependence on imported food ingredients. Research methodology: The methods applied in this activity include counseling (providing knowledge and understanding about sago cultivation), demonstration and training (direct practice of planting sago on land owned by farmer groups), discussion and consultation, and program evaluation (giving statements to participants before and after training). Result: The results of the activity showed that the participants were quite enthusiastic about asking questions regarding sago cultivation. They are also very active during the practice of planting sago on the land. The level of community knowledge about sago planting techniques has increased about 25%. Training, practice, and field assistance related to sago cultivation also increased from 40% to 85%. Limitation : The practice of sago cultivation techniques is carried out on 1 ha of agricultural land. And knowing how to increase sago production cannot be done immediately considering the length of time the sago plant grows until it can be harvested. Contribution: This activity is beneficial for the community, which learns about sustainable and environmentally friendly sago cultivation practices. This includes sustainable soil management techniques, the use of organic fertilizer, and the maintenance of a healthy ecosystem.

Sago value chain analysis in Luwu and North Luwu District, South Sulawesi

As the center of sago production, sago business in Luwu District and North Luwu District has long been the main livelihood of the local community. This study as a whole examines the linkage of the sago value chain with government intervention. The method of determining the location by purposive sampling with the consideration that Luwu District and North Luwu District are the center of sago production in South Sulawesi. The analytical method used for value chain research is chain analysis with value chain mapping from ACIAR (2012) and qualitative descriptive analysis, namely content analysis and thematic analysis. The sago value chain in Luwu District and North Luwu District involves various actors, such as farmers/producers, collectors, and retailers in the sago production and distribution process. Government intervention in this study included providing training and procurement of equipment to sago farmers. The results of this study show that government intervention only focuses on reducing the workload of sago farmers. Government intervention in this study does not directly impact other sago value chain actors, but reducing farmers’ workload can potentially have an overall positive effect by increasing the availability of sago raw materials they obtain from farmers.

Identification of the distribution and characteristics of local sago from Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi

In eastern Indonesia, particularly Southeast Sulawesi, sago is an important commodity as a carbohydrate-producing plant. Carbohydrate output can reach 15-24 tons ha-1 annually, surpassing rice, corn, and wheat. Southeast Sulawesi, notably the Kendari mainland, relied on sago starch until rice became the predominant carbohydrate source. Sago starch, like other basic starches, has no taste. Sago does not contain fat or protein, so it must be eaten alongside other local foods that do. Sago palms grown naturally produce 2–5 tons of dry starch per hectare. With 500 sago clumps per acre of varied ages, 100 trees might be harvested annually. Well-maintained farms can generate 150 kg of starch palm and 15 tons ha−1. Currently, only 5,912 ha are planted with sago, from the total area in 1985 was 13,000 ha. Sago development requires characterizing and identifying Kendari Southeast Sulawesi’s local sago. The results showed that there were three dominant types of local sago in Kendari, namely sago molat, sago tuni and sago borowila, originating from the main sago production centres in Kendari such as in Tobimeita, Abeli and Pohara.

Increasing the Competitiveness of Agroindustry Sago Products through Resource Optimization

The main source of agro-industrial raw materials mainstay of Meranti Islands Regency is Sago plants. The research aims to optimize resource use to increase the Sago agro-industrial competitiveness. Surveys were used as the research method. The census was chosen to take 56 respondents for review. SEM-PLS and Diamond Porters used data analysis methods—factors condition: natural, human, scientific, capital, and infrastructure resources. Demand conditions include household or small industry demand, export demand, and demand between districts, provinces, and countries. Related and supporting industries include manufacturing, home, distribution of Sago farmers, Sago refineries ownership, and a sewage treatment industry. Firm structure, strategy, and rivalry have competition between regions and countries and create labor. The government's role includes ease of licensing, research on Sago, land mapping, access to capital, and coaching. Chances include domestic political conditions and the use of social media. Competitiveness can be reflected in business profits. Results of the research show that demand conditions, firm structure, factor conditions, related and supporting industries, strategy and business competition, government involvement, and chances were determinants of increasing competitiveness of the agro-industrial Sago product. However, the condition factors (physical/natural resources, infrastructure resources, human resources, capital resources, and scientific resources) determine the most. In the future, utilization conditions need to be optimized to increase the competitiveness of the Sago agro-industrial as well as improve the welfare of the community.

Production potential of sago forests in different habitat types in Sentani watershed, Papua, Indonesia

Abstract. Dimara PA, Purwanto RH, Auri A, Angrianto R, Mofu WY. 2023. Production potential of sago forests in different habitat types in Sentani watershed, Papua, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 24: 3924-3931. Sago possesses a substantial carbohydrate content, rendering it a promising alternative for ensuring food security. This study aimed to assess the potential for sago production in Sentani watershed, Papua Province, Indonesia across diverse growing environments, namely dryland, temporarily flooded, and prolonged flooded habitats. This research combined spatial analysis and field-based study. Spatial analysis utilized Landsat 8 satellite imagery from the year of 2021 analyzed using supervised classification and overlay methods to differentiate sago habitat types. Field study used the combination of line transect and systematic circular plot methods to assess the structure and composition of sago vegetation. Field study also determined starch yield of sago plant by felling the plant and extracting the starch. The results showed that there are 13 local sago varieties according to the Sentani language, namely ebhesum, folo, hobholo, manno, phane, phara, rondo, ruruna, osukhulu, wani, yakhalobe, yakhe, and yebha. Sago plants growing on dryland, temporarily flooded, and prolonged flooded habitats covered an area of 1,246.35 ha (15.89%), 4,820.49 ha (61.46%), and 1,775.92 ha (22.64%), respectively. The plant grew in clumps with 10, 13, and 8 varieties in the dryland, temporarily flooded, and prolonged flooded habitats, respectively. The total starch production reached 13,999.57 tons.year-1with production in dryland, temporarily, and prolonged flooded habitats amounting to 2,132.88 tons.year-1, 1,031.39 tons.year-1, and 1,335.31 tons.year-1, respectively. Meanwhile, the areas with the highest starch production were West Sentani, Sentani, and Waibu Sub-districts for the dry, temporary, and flooded habitats. Our findings suggest that two sago varieties, namely pharaand yebha, are recommended for cultivation because they are more adaptive and have high starch yield compared to other sago varieties.

Sustainable specialized village-based sago (Metroxylon sago Rottb) management direction in Jayapura Regency

The study was conducted in selected sago-specialized villages in Sentani, West Sentani, and Waibu Districts between July and December 2021. The primary data were obtained through interviews with local figures, academicians, sago farmers, merchants, and sago processing business actors. The secondary data were obtained from previous research results published by research institutes, and Jayapura Regional Government relevant to the sago development program, sago production, and land area. A qualitative descriptive sociocultural analysis was made following farmers’ sociocultural conditions. The sago management institutionalization analysis was made based on the functions of sago management. The business analysis of sago starch production and sago cakes was made based using the Revenue/cost ratio. The study found that market and sociocultural institutionalization plays an important role in sustainable sago management. The result of the business feasibility analysis indicated that sago starch production and sago cake business are feasible for further development. The direction of sustainable sago management includes 1) a Sago-specialized village program, 2) Small-scale sago processing businesses, and 3) a sago variety conservation program.

Morphological Characteristics and Potential of Sago (Metroxylon spp.) in Lingga Regency, Riau Islands, Indonesia

Sago (Metroxylon) is one of the local food species with development potential. Lingga Regency is one of the potential locations for sago development. However, no research on the morphological characteristics and production of sago in Lingga Regency has been conducted. The purpose of this research is to determine the morphological characteristics and production of sago in Lingga Regency. This study's sago plants came from six sago-producing villages. Before and after the sago trees were harvested, morphological characteristics and production were observed, with random sampling at each research site. Field observations on the potential of sago stands were conducted at the study site using the transect method with a single plot. Based on morphological characters there are two types of sago in Lingga: spiny and thornless sago. The morphological characteristics and sago production vary greatly between research sites. Sago stands have a production potential ranging from 3.37 to 14.55 tons ha-1. Because they have a starch content of more than 200 kg stem-1, the majority of sago accessions in Lingga are superior accessions with the potential to be further developed. Superior sago comes from the villages of Musai, Pekaka, Keton, and Teluk.

Transormasi Moda Produksi Pengolahan Sagu dan Implikasinya Terhadap Sosial-Ekononi

The role of new modes of production can affect the increase in sago production and affect the production relationship that occurs in Rutong Village, South Leitimur District with a total of 6 respondents. Descriptive research and qualified analysis. The results showed that sago production using semi-modern modes of production can increase more production yields and production relationships where labor is no longer limited to the nuclear family but farmers cooperate with communities that have production modes as a working group.

Strategi peningkatan produktivitas dan ketahanan pangan petani sagu masyarakat Suku Mooy Kampung Aimas Distrik Aimas Kabupaten Sorong

This study aims to determine the strategy of increasing productivity and food security of sago farmers in the local community of the Mooy Tribe, Aimas Village, Aimas District, Sorong Regency. Sampling of respondents was taken using a random system from sago farmers in the Mooy Tribe community in Aimas Village, Aimas District as many as 13 families. The data analysis used is quantitative data and qualitative data with the data sources used are primary data and secondary data. SWOT analysis was used to determine the strategy for increasing productivity of Mooy Tribe sago farmers. The results of the analysis show that the value of the SWOT analysis (+0.85 and -0.10) is in quadrant II with a diversification strategy. This shows that the income of sago farming by the Mooy Tribe community in Aimas Village, Aimas District, Sorong Regency is still in the feasible category and efforts are needed to introduce modern technology harvesting systems, high productivity cultivars, increase counseling and diversify processed sago products. Besides that, Mooy farmers still pay attention to sago-based food security of 20% of production and preserve conventional cultivation

Supply chain flows of sago business in Polewali Mandar Regency, West Sulawesi Province

Sago palm is a potential starch-producing plant capable of providing economic benefits to the local community. However, its utilization still needs to be improved. Hence, optimal supply chain management is expected to control the availability of sago starch and other processed sago products to be more effective and sustainable. This study aims to analyze three supply chain flows: information flow, product flow and financial flow. This research was conducted from June to December 2022 at a sago starch production center in Polewali Mandar Regency, Independent Agricultural and Rural Training Center (P4S) of Cahaya Duta Palili. The samples in this study were purposively selected, which were 30 sago farmers, an owner of sago processing company P4S Cahaya Duta Palili, an owner of Sabar Jaya Rempah Shop, and ten consumers. The analytical method used is a mixed method using data analysis techniques, namely qualitative descriptive analysis and marketing margins. The results showed that P4S has the highest profit margin, with a cost of Rp 250,000, and P4S can make a profit of Rp 2,750,000 per production. The product and financial flows have been running well and effectively, but the flow of information to supply chain actors between farmers and P4S needs to run more efficiently. This is due to a lack of communication and information between them. Farmers do not know when P4S needs raw materials, which can hinder the flow of products, finances and information in each supply chain.