Village Unit Cooperative Research Articles

Development of a Cooperative Institutional Model in Reducing Poverty in Coastal Communities at KUD Mino Saroyo, Cilacap Regency, Indonesia

This study aims to analyze how the Village Unit Cooperative (KUD) Mino Saroyo in Cilacap Regency, Central Java Province in developing strong institutions to provide solutions for poverty reduction in the Coastal Area of Cilacap Regency. This research uses qualitative research methods, this research challenge Scoot's institutional theory (2008) which reveals that there are three pillars in institutional capacity building, including coastal community institutions, namely the Regulative pillar, Normative pillar and Cultural-Cognitive pillar. The results showed that KUD Mino Saroyo is an independent cooperative with many business units with turnover reaching tens of billions. KUD Mino Saroyo is an example of a cooperative with innovation in managing business units to successfully obtain large profits and help reduce poverty in the coastal region of Cilacap. Suggestions of this study, required the management of business units by personal competent per the field of business units. The theoretical implication is that there needs to be an additional competency factor in Merilee S. Grindle's theory. In determining the leader, the Normative aspect in Scott's theory needs to be differentiated in a society that still tends to choose leaders based on image and not based on competence. The election of the highest leader remains by the voting community per the values and norms believed by the community, but for the lower leaders who need special competence, for example to lead a cooperative business unit. The values and norms are not submitted to the voting community, but are determined by a competent and authorized institution, which is then appointed and appointed by the highest leader.

Palm oil smallholders perception and awareness for good agricultural practices (GAP) in Riau

Abstract Indonesia is the main palm oil producer in the world. It provides almost half of the total palm oil production in the world. Smallholder farmers owned 40 percent of 8.5 million hectares in 2012. Unfortunately, Indonesia suffers from many critics for environmental compliance. Sustainable management practices for palm oil production for soil fertility, nutrients, biodiversity, energy, social and human capital, pest management, and any other issues are still challenging for smallholder farmers. Perception and awareness of smallholder palm oil farmers in Riau for sustainable management practices will be elaborated. Knowledge and experiences for practicing sustainable management palm oil industry will be collected through observations and in-depth interview with 20 farmers from 2 different areas as well as Village Unit Cooperatives or Koperasi Unit Desa. Data from previous researches, official reports, news, and websites belong to palm oil institutions will be utilized to complement the study. Evidence showed smallholder farmers lack information of soil fertility, biodiversity, and pest management. Land clearing by burning was considered faster, cheaper, and more effective to reach non-acidic pH level so nutrients are available to the roots. Biodiversity was threatened by burning practices. High demand on palm oil drove them to convert traditional/local plants to palm oil even ignoring paludiculture since 62 percent of land in Riau are wetland. Organic fertilizers were utilized combining with mucuna bracteata (MB) to cover crops.

Performance Analysis of the Village Unit Cooperative (KUD) “Suka Makmur” Using the Balanced Score Card

This study aims to analyse the performance of the village unit cooperative (KUD) “Suka Makmur” using the Balanced Scorecard instrument because cooperatives must be run with good management by implementing Good Corporate Governance (GCG). Therefore, it is necessary to measure the performance of cooperatives that focus on financial and non-financial performance. This research was conducted from July to October 2023 at the KUD “Suka Makmur”. Mixed methods are used for primary and secondary data. According to the results of research on customer and membership perspectives, it shows that the existing membership at the KUD “Suka Makmur” totals 1,978 people, where the 2021-2022 membership comparison has no cooperative members who have resigned. Second, the financial aspect shows that the results of financial ratios (liquidity, solvency, and profitability) of the KUD “Suka Makmur” are in good condition, the third aspect of the cooperative business is related to the business of buying and selling FFB, UKM Mart, agricultural production facilities unit and savings and loan unit. According to the fourth learning and growth perspective, there are efforts made by cooperatives aimed at improving the ability of cooperative human resources through cooperative training and education, as well as assistance from the Ministry of Cooperatives and the West Tanjung Jabung Cooperative Office.

ANALISIS KINERJA KEMITRAAN INTI PLASMA PERKEBUNAN KELAPA SAWIT DI DESA JATIWARINGIN KABUPATEN KOTAWARINGIN TIMUR PROVINSI KALIMANTAN TENGAH (Performance Analysis Of The Core Plasma Partnership Of Palm Palm Plantations In Jatiwaringin Village, East Kotawaringin District, Central Kalimantan Province)

The partnership pattern is the umbrella for all plantation business collaboration between core and plasma companies. The plasma core business partnership system for oil palm farmers is an effort to improve the welfare of farmers. The aim of the research is to determine partnership patterns, the influence of stakeholder roles, stakeholder characters, and partnership models on KUD performance and farmer welfare. The sample in the research was 81 oil palm farmers with data analysis using SEM (Structural Equation Modeling) analysis techniques. Research results Partnership patterns used by PT. Makin Group with Jatiwaringin oil palm farmers provides welfare and benefits for both parties, with a direct influence on the character of stakeholders and the role of stakeholders with p-value ≤ sig 0.05 directly influencing KUD performance. KUD performance and the role of stakeholders p-value ≤ sig 0.05 have a direct influence on farmer welfare. The indirect influence of stakeholder character, stakeholder role, and KUD performance has a p-value smaller than the sig level of 0.05 which has an indirect effect on farmer welfare. The plasma core partnership model in Jatiwaringin Village applies a partnership model managed by the Village Unit Cooperative (KUD).

Smartphone Usage Behavior And Technology Acceptance In Oil Palm Replanting

Replanting activities need support using information technology so that plantation business actors can access information related to plantations independently and accurately. This research analyzes smartphone usage behavior using a technology acceptance model approach among oil palm users. This research was conducted at the Karya Dharma III Village Unit Cooperative, Keranji Guguh Village, Koto Gasib District, Siak Regency. The sample taken in this research was 30 planters. The sampling technique in this research uses a snowball sampling technique, which is obtained through a rolling process based on the relationship between one respondent and another. Snowball sampling is a sampling method that uses initial illustration data to identify other illustrations that meet the criteria. Data analysis was carried out using a descriptive study based on a Likert scale. The final results of this research show that using smartphones among oil palm planters in Keranji Guguh Village as a medium to help search for and receive information for oil palm planters is classified as moderate, with an average score of 2.84. Smartphone use has become an alternative media planters use to search for information on supporting oil palm rejuvenation activities, land clearing, planting spacing patterns, using superior seeds, and plant maintenance replanting.

Prevalence and Risk Factor of Repeat Breeder Syndrome in Dairy Cows in KUD Bebarengan Anggayuh Tentrem Urip, Batu City, East Java Province

This study aims to contribute valuable insights to readers and serve as a reference for dairy farmers looking to enhance their operations. By examining the prevalence and risk factors associated with repeat breeder syndrome in dairy cows within the Village Unit Cooperation (KUD) Bebarengan Anggayuh Tentrem Urip, Batu City, East Java Province, this study aims to aid in preventing such occurrences and ultimately improve dairy cow productivity. The survey method was employed, utilizing data sourced from cooperative and farmer records, as well as observations, interviews, and questionnaire responses. Analysis revealed that out of 50 farmers owning a total of 281 cows, 30 farmers possessed a combined total of 58 dairy cows classified as repeat breeders. Consequently, the prevalence rate of repeat breeders among farmers was found to be 20.64%. Descriptive analysis was conducted on the collected data, with additional SPSS Chi-Square (X²) analysis performed to identify risk factors associated with repeat breeders. These risk factors include breeder experience, knowledge of reproduction and estrus phases, communication with artificial inseminators and veterinarians, housing conditions, as well as factors related to livestock feed and water.

Analysis Cooperative Conventional in Push Sustainability Economypublic

Cooperatives as one of the pillars of the people's economy have an important role in encouraging the sustainability of the community's economy. This research aims to analyze the role of the Pakis Village Unit Cooperative (KUD) in encouraging the economic sustainability of the community in the area where it operates. This research uses qualitative methods with case studies. Data was collected through library research and using internet searching. The research results shows that KUD Fern is proven to be capable to encourage the economics sustainability of the community in its operations areas.

Strategi Peremajaan Sawit Rakyat dan Pengembangan Usaha KUD Sumber Makmur Menggunakan Pendekatan Business Model Canvas

KUD Sumber Makmur is one of the Village Unit Cooperatives located in Pelalawan Regency, Riau. As a form of sustainable palm oil management, cooperative members' oil palm lands that have reached economic maturity need to be replanted. Apart from that, managing KUD cooperatives requires a cooperative business development strategy model. This research aims to identify strategies for rejuvenating smallholder palm oil and business development for KUD Sumber Makmur using the Business Model Canvas approach. The research was conducted in September 2023 at KUD Sumber Makmur, Pelalawan Regency, Riau. The data collection methods in this research are primary data and secondary data. The data analysis used in this research uses a qualitative descriptive type. The strategy for rejuvenating smallholder oil palms at KUD Sumber Makmur consists of the data collection stage and the implementation stage of the smallholder oil palm rejuvenation program. The business development strategy at KUD Sumber Makmur is: The Key Partner of the cooperative is PT Asian Agri, Key Activities of the cooperative consist of a savings and loan unit, agricultural production facilities unit, FFB Transportation unit, and FFB Sales unit, Value Proposition consists of cooperative FFB Quality and Palm Oil Certification, Customer relationships consist of efforts to maintain the quality of FFB and establish good communication with offtakers. Customer segments consist of off-taker companies (PT Asian Agri) and BPDPKS. Key resources consist of partner farmers' land, cooperative buildings, and transportation equipment. Channels consist of Direct and Contract methods, Cost Structure consists of production costs and operational costs, Revenue streams consist of FFB Sales

DIRECTIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF COASTAL AREA INFRASTRUCTURE IN NATAL SUB-DISTRICT, MANDAILING NATAL REGENCY, INDONESIA

The study highlights the critical need for infrastructure development in coastal areas to support the fisheries sector and services trade. Through various methods such as assessment of current conditions and literature review, it's clear that improving infrastructure is a top priority.Objectives: This study aims to identify the infrastructure that supports the development of coastal areas in Natal Sub-district, Mandailing Natal Regency, North Sumatera, IndonesiaMethodology and Results: The research methods include descriptive analysis to identify existing infrastructure and importance-performance analysis to evaluate the importance and performance of infrastructure.The study results show that the infrastructure is divided according to its level of importance. First, within Quadrant I, infrastructure such as fish auction sites (TPI), village unit cooperatives (KUD), cold storage, and ice factories in the Natal coastal region stand out as the main focus. Recommendations include the revitalization of TPI and KUD, and the construction of cold storage facilities. Second, in Quadrant II, infrastructure such as transport support facilities, waste management, and sanitation require attention to maintain their performance. Third, in Quadrant III, gas station facilities in Sikara Kara Village are of medium-to-low priority. Finally, in Quadrant IV, infrastructure such as waste and drainage systems need to be reviewed. The revitalization of the Setia Karya dumpsite and the construction of a drainage system are part of the recommendations to improve Natal's coastal environment.Conclusion, Significance and implications: The improvement of coastal area infrastructure in Natal Sub-District, Mandailing Natal Regency, Indonesia emphasizes on addition, repair and revitalization. It is also recommended to strengthen the involvement of local and village governments in collaborative efforts. Further studies are needed, particularly on effective implementation of infrastructure development in the same research area.

Pembuatan Permen Jelly Untuk Kesegaran Dan Kesehatan Tubuh Dari Jahe Bagi Ibu PKK Desa Cinta Rakyat Kabupaten Deli Serdang Percut Sei Tuan

Most of the daily activities of the people in Cinta Rakyat Percut Sei Tuan Village, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra Province, are still being housewives and helping their husbands with farming and fishing. This village is ± 11 km from the Indah Medan College of Health Sciences campus. Most of the women in this village are members of PKK groups and village organizations and various activities in the village, but are limited to religious and other social activities, the rest mostly stay at home. Ginger jelly candy functions to help improve body health, warm the body, relieve body aches. So it has great potential to be developed into a superior product. These production results can later be marketed through daily necessities shops, supermarkets, restaurants, or through village unit cooperatives in Deli Serdang Regency, or online.The implementation method offered to support program realization, the first stage of this activity is conducting observations and making cooperation agreements with partners. The people of Cinta Rakyat Percut Sei Tuan Village, Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, have gained an understanding of the benefits of ginger jelly candy for health, skills in how to make, package and market Ginger jelly candy using plant ingredients that are healthy, strong and easy to obtain, in a safe way. easy and simple equipment. In conclusion, the people of Cinta Rakyat Village mostly work to help their husbands farm or take part in PKK women's activities. Jelly candy can function to help improve body health, so it has the potential to make ginger jelly candy products and can be sold at public figures or supermarkets to increase family income. Ginger functions to reduce allergies, relieve digestive system disorders, relieve menstrual pain

Peran Kerja Sama Perbankan Dengan Koperasi Unit Desa (KUD) Karya Baru Desa Teluk Tigo Kecamatan Cermin Nan Gedang Kabupaten Sarolangun

This research aims to determine the role of banking cooperation with cooperatives and the obstacles to the role of banking cooperation with the Karya Baru village unit cooperative (KUD), Teluk Tigo Village, Cermin Nan Gedang District, Sarolangun Regency. This thesis uses qualitative research methods, the data sources used are primary and secondary data sources with data collection techniques and instruments through observation, interviews and documentation. The research results show that this cooperative collects funds from its members in the form of mandatory savings, principal savings and voluntary savings. However, in carrying out cooperative activities, the cooperative management has not yet collaborated between the bank and the cooperative. The role of banking in this case is simply a place to store money for the administrators of the Karya Baru Village Unit Cooperative (KUD) in Teluk Tigo Village. There are no mutual benefits provided by either the cooperative or the banking sector, so members continue to withdraw money/borrow money through the cooperative in cash. One of the factors supporting the achievement of the goals of a program is its implementation. If the implementation of a program is good and on target, then the program can also have an impact on society. However, in this case the obstacle faced by the cooperative management is the lack of understanding of the management so that the cooperative being run is not very optimal so that the community does not have confidence in its management.

Pengaruh Gaya Kepemimpinan Terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Pengurus Koperasi Unit Desa di Kabupaten Barito Kuala

This research aims to determine the effect of leadership style on job satisfaction of village unit cooperative administrators in Barito Kuala district. The population used in this research were all village unit cooperative administrators, namely 37 people from 10 village unit cooperatives in Barito Kuala Regency. This research uses quantitative research, with descriptive analysis type. Data collection techniques use questionnaires, interviews and observation. The data analysis technique used SPSS Statictics version 25. The results of the study found that the leadership style variable had a positive effect on job satisfaction of village unit cooperative administrators in Barito Kuala Regency.

Revitalization Of Passive Village Unit Cooperatives In Improving Digital-Based Independent Villages

The importance of the existence of Village Unit Cooperatives in rural areas in order to protect rural communities so that they avoid loans that have large interest rates, limited capital in developing businesses, and several other things that become obstacles to the development of rural community businesses made the author take the initiative to carry out community service in the context of revitalizing the Sumber Pangan Nganjuk Village Unit Cooperative, the Usaha Makmur Talise Village Unit Cooperative, the Subur Sutiyana Farmers Cooperative, South Kalimantan, and the Murni Village Unit Cooperative in West Sumatra, which were passive and not well managed with the following stages. In the end, the author hopes that with an active KUD, the village can become independent and create an independent, digital-based village. The results in this article show 1. The initial stages carried out are major revitalization by regenerating unproductive human resources by prioritizing productive and superior human resources, collaborating with village officials, tidying up the administration and secretariat, and creating realistic minor programs to be implemented in the near future. 2. The second stage is major revitalization if the minor program has been running to spread its wings by requesting funding from the local regional government and collaborating with third parties who have low interest rates, including financial institutions, banking, fintech, and so on. 3. If minor and major revitalization has been carried out then the achievements of an independent village can easily be achieved. In the end, the village only needs to upgrade the form of service to digital. In this way, a digital-based independent village has been achieved.

Analysis of Community Interest in Village Cooperative Unit in Nagari Tandikek

This research was taken because the writer wanted to know why the Tandikek community's interest in KUD was decreasing. The purpose of this research is to find out the development of KUD Tandikek from the beginning until now and what causes the lack of interest of the Tandikek community in the services of KUD Tandikek. This research method is a qualitative method, the place of this research is KUD Tandikek, one research respondent is taken, namely KUD Tandikek employees. The research instruments used were field observations, interviews and documentation. The author uses data analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research findings obtained by the author are KUD Tandikek, village unit cooperatives (KUD), namely cooperatives in rural areas that have an important role in rural communities, especially the agricultural sector. With the development of the business era, KUD Tandikek has decreased, this decline was caused by several factors including the lack of firmness from KUD Tandikek management in terms of savings and loans, many other institutions that match the activities of KUD Tandikek, BRI LINK is increasingly widespread in society. For this reason, a strategy is needed so that KUD Tandikek returns to life and develops in the midst of today's technological advances, one of which is to redevelop existing businesses in KUD Tandikek and improve services to the community by utilizing technological sophistication. From here the author can give the title Analysis of Community Interest in KUD in Nagari Tandikek, Patamuan.

Effect of The Drying Time of Unhulled Rice on The Rice Quality of Variety Inpari-7

High rice consumption necessitates an improvement in rice quality. Rice quality issues can result from pest attacks, unhulled rice transportation, harvesting, and drying. An alternative is to use a drier to enhance the quality of rice. Therefore, research to evaluate the quality of rice dried in a dryer with various drying times is required. The Rice Milling Unit, Harapan Village Unit Cooperative (VUC), Tiroang Sub-District, Pinrang District, located at coordinates 3O48'41"S and 119O42'5E, was the site of this study. This study was set up using a Randomized Block Design (RBD), with the treatment of unhulled rice drying duration, namely drying according to farmers' customs (A0), drying for 10 hours (A1), and drying for 12 hours (A2) using a dryer at an average temperature of 65OC. The results showed that a good percentage of whole grains, broken grains, groats grains, whitewash grains, yellow grains, red grains, unhulled grains, and foreign grains were obtained by drying the grain using a dryer for 12 hours. The novelty of this research is the finding of the right unhulled rice drying time using a dryer

Improving work Discipline and Employee Performance in “Kud Tani Makmur”

Village Unit Cooperatives or in Indonesian called “Koperasi Unit Desa” (KUD) have an important role in improving the welfare of the community, especially farmers. This community service aims to improve work discipline and employee performance at KUD Tani Makmur, a KUD that operates in the agricultural and savings and loan sectors. This community service is carried out using methods through the transfer of knowledge and technology through outreach activities on the use of performance appraisal forms to measure performance and increasing awareness of employee discipline through the creation of x banners containing employee code of conduct. The work program implemented can be a solution to improve work discipline and employee performance in cooperatives.

Uncovering the Lack of Public Accountability: An Application of Accounting Standards for Entities in Indonesia

Financial reports hold significant value for all types of business entities, including national and multinational corporations as well as Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Financial reports serve as a means for the report generator to inform interested parties, including the general public, investors, business proprietors, and tax authorities, of transactions that transpire during a specified period. The Indonesian Accounting Association published Accounting Standards for Entities Without Public Accountability (SAK ETAP) to assist start-up enterprises. Consequently, this study aims to investigate the execution of SAK ETAP. A systematic literature review comprises the following phases: formulation of research questions, localization of studies, selection and evaluation of studies, analysis and synthesis, and dissemination of findings via scientific articles. This study concludes that business entities and organizations examined for the implementation of SAK ETAP encompassed various sectors such as pharmacies, Limited Liability Companies (PT), cooperatives (Village Unit Cooperatives – KUD, Savings and Loans Cooperatives – KSP, Republic of Indonesia Employee Cooperatives – KPRI), Commanditaire Vennootschap – CV, People's Credit Bank (BPR), distro, Trading Business (UD), Village-Owned Enterprise (BumDes), Public Fuel Filling Station (SPBU), and Islamic boarding school.

Village Unit Cooperatives on Dynamic Capability and Creative Capability Adaptation to Innovation Performance: The Role of Competitive Advantage

This study aims to examine the dynamic capability model and its implications for innovation performance in the context of competitive advantage. The research design used is causal quantitative research using survey methods. Respondents were 106 managers of village unit cooperatives in the Kediri and Madiun areas, East Java, Indonesia. The measurement variable uses seven Linkert scales. Partial Least Square (PLS) is used to test the causal relationship between constructs. Based on the results of the analysis, it shows that dynamic capabilities and adaptive creative capabilities do not have a positive effect on innovation performance, dynamic capabilities and adaptive creative capabilities have a positive effect on competitive advantage. Competitive advantage has a positive effect on innovation performance. Finally, the results provide support for the model of dynamic capabilities, adaptive creative capabilities, and the implications of innovation performance in the context of competitive advantage, therefore village unit cooperatives must increase the elements of competitive advantage by increasing dynamic capabilities and adaptive creative capabilities to managers.

Penyuluhan Bahasa pada Kegiatan Administratif di KUD Gunung Makmur Desa Penanggal Kecamatan Candipuro Kabupaten Lumajang

Village Unit Cooperatives (KUD) are cooperatives in rural areas engaged in providing community needs related to agricultural activities. The Village Unit Cooperative can also be said to be a forum for economic organization with a social character and is a forum for the development of various rural community economic activities organized by the community and for the community itself. Village Unit Cooperatives are also referred to as multi-business cooperatives because they try to fulfill various fields such as savings and loans, consumption, production, marketing and services. The situation at KUD Gunung Makmur Penanggal shows that in carrying out tasks, especially in preparing the materials and information needed, the results are still minimal or have not been implemented optimally. This is evident from the implementation of administrative tasks that have not been carried out properly, especially in terms of language both in writing and orally. The purpose of implementing this community service is (1) being able to make a guest book, (2) being able to archive incoming and outgoing letters correctly and according to the provisions, (3) being able to archive important data, so it's easy to find it, when needed at any time, (4) able to communicate politely according to linguistic rules. The community service activity program is carried out at the Gunung Makmur KUD office, Penanggal Village. The training materials provided include (1) skills in making guest books; (2) skills in filing incoming and outgoing letters correctly and according to regulations; (3) skills in archiving important data, so that it is easy to find them, when needed at any time; (4) polite active communication according to linguistic rules. The time for carrying out the activity is August 15-20 2022. It is important to improve the ability to communicate both orally and in writing for all devices or staff at KUD Gunung Makmur Penanggal Village in carrying out administrative tasks, especially village administration which includes skills in making guest books, skills in filing incoming letters and outgoing letters correctly and according to the provisions, as well as archiving important data, so it's easy to find it, when needed at any time. However, this activity can be carried out optimally, if there is cooperation from all elements in the KUD. We have great hopes, to carry out community service with the help of all KUD Gunung Makmur staff in Penanggal Village.

ANALISIS TATA KELOLA DALAM PENINGKATAN KESEJAHTERAAN PETANI KELAPA SAWIT (Studi Pada Koperasi Unit Desa (KUD) Makmur Rezeki di Desa Bulian Jaya Kab. Batang Hari)

Cooperatives are a people's economic movement whose all activities are based on the family principle. Governance is a structure and process in determining the direction and supervision of the company. This thesis aims to determine the governance of the Makmur Rezeki Village Unit Cooperative in its efforts to improve the welfare of oil palm smallholders, and the obstacles faced by the Makmur Rezeki Village Unit Cooperative. This research is a qualitative research, collecting data by means of interviews, observation and documentation. Informants in this study were administrators, employees and members of KUD Makmur Rezeki. Based on the results of the study it can be concluded: The Makmur Rezeki Village Unit Cooperative has made good efforts in maximizing the governance of implementation transparancy, akuntability, responsibility, indepedency, and fairness by providing good service, developing cooperatives, placing employees according to their portions, disclosing information and providing training to members. KUD Makmur Rezeki's efforts to improve the welfare of its members by buying oil palm fruit at relatively high prices, providing agricultural medicines, providing production facilities and providing a savings and loan business. The Makmur Rezeki Village Unit Cooperative has constraints in improving the welfare of cooperative members who come from within and outside the cooperative itself. KUD Makmur Rezeki should try to maximize governance by holding training and coaching for members and administrators of the Makmur Rezeki Village Cooperative Unit, holding outreach to members so they understand more about cooperatives.