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THE INFLUENCES OF ENTREPRENEURS ISLAMIC PRACTICES ON HALAL SUPPLY CHAIN INTEGRITY: A STUDY IN HERBAL BASED FOOD INDUSTRY Rajendran, Salini Devi; Kamarulzaman, Nitty Hirawaty
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 8, No 3 (2019): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
Publisher : International Journal of Supply Chain Management

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The use of herbs has grown up in recent years and it is a booming industry in many countries including Malaysia. Locally, thousands of small medium sized companies are dealing with herbal based food products. These companies can produce any food products from botanical plants for multipurpose. However, many of these products sold in the market now may not be manufactured correctly or may have side effects. There is lacking proper scientific data and regulations claimed on those products. The reality proofed that consumers are highly committed to consume high quality products, hygienic, safe and halal which meet the regulatory requirements. Consumers are now well aware of the genuine concept of halalan toyyibban. In the teachings of Islam, halal practices are mandatory for all Muslims. Though the most of Muslims are aware of the Islamic concept and practices, but how their skill and education might influence halal integrity not widely explained. Observing all these matters, this study trying to investigate human capital such as skill, knowledge and experience of small firms entrepreneurs influence on halal integrity of the supply chain focusing on herbs and herbal based food products. The human capital theory is used as underpinning theory to serve as starting-points to develop the conceptual model. From the extensive literature review, entrepreneurs Islamic experience, motivation, training and education were identified to construct the model. Within a halal certified companies, the entrepreneurs motivation, knowledge and skills together with previous business experiences are recognised as important tool in management of business processes in ensuring the halal integrity of the supply chain operations. Thus, it will be useful to study on the impact of entrepreneurs Islamic practices on strengthening halal integrity which can be advantage for an organization. This conceptual model provides an insightful foundation for the analysis of factors influencing halal supply chain integrity. The model proposes that human capital from Islamic perspectives should be considered to support other comprehensive supply chain theoretical frameworks to reflect actual conditions of the industry. Keywords-Entrepreneurs, Islamic practices, halal integrity, halal supply chain
Competitive Advantage between Malaysia and World Halal Producers of Ruminant Meat Yusoff, Hebat Hisham Mohd; Ismail, Normaz Wana; Sidique, Shaufique Fahmi Ahmad; Kamarulzaman, Nitty Hirawaty
AGRARIS: Journal of Agribusiness and Rural Development Research Vol 8, No 2: July-December 2022
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta

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The gap created by the mismatch between high domestic demand and low domestic supply of halal meat has been filled by ruminant meat sourced from the international markets. However, the exporting countries are still limited due to stringent halal requirements. This study examined the competitive advantage of trading partners in the exportation of ruminant meat. Moreover, this study also identified factors underlying the import of ruminant meat and determined the comparative advantage of local production of ruminant meat. This study employed Vollrath indices through the utilization of relative export advantage, relative import advantage, and overall relative trade advantage. Analysis was conducted on 26 countries and 15 product codes of ruminant meat. The findings disclosed that the possession of competitive advantage did not exclusively belong to traditional sources but to other countries, particularly Pakistan and the Netherlands.
Selected Factors Influencing China's Palm Oil Import Demand from Malaysia Ahmad, Mohammad Yusof; Wong, Kelly Kai Seng; Kamarulzaman, Nitty Hirawaty
AGRARIS: Journal of Agribusiness and Rural Development Research Vol 8, No 2: July-December 2022
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta

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The export of palm oil from Malaysia to China has declined since 2013, although the Malaysian Ringgit has depreciated. The Malaysian palm oil market has also struggled against the Indonesian palm oil and soy oil in China. Hence, this study aimed to identify the significant factors influencing China's demand for Malaysian palm oil by adopting the Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) analysis. The finding revealed that the currency rate of exchange, the foreign trade price of Malaysian palm oil to China, and the international soy oil price significantly influence Malaysian palm oil demand in China. Nevertheless, China's real GDP per capita showed a positive and significant influence only in the long run. The demand for Malaysian palm oil in China was not significantly impacted by the palm oil price offered by Indonesia, neither in the long run nor short run. Thus, the authorities related to this industry need to strategize the stock management system to control the price and currency stabilization to maintain its competitive power.
Exploring the Factors Influencing Shrimp Farmers’ Adoption Intentions toward Improved Disease-Prevention Technologies Azali Sazali, Amira Hanani; Kamarulzaman, Nitty Hirawaty; Man, Norsida
AGRARIS: Journal of Agribusiness and Rural Development Research Vol. 10 No. 1: January-June 2024
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta

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Shrimp production is adversely affected by diseases, particularly in giant tiger prawn and whiteleg shrimp. The predominant use of inexpensive antibiotics by shrimp farmers has resulted in antibiotic overuse and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) at the farm level. However, the adoption of new antibiotic-related technologies remains low due to their high cost and farmers’ reluctance. This study explored key factors influencing shrimp farmers’ intentions to adopt improved disease-prevention technologies. Stratified random sampling selected 123 shrimp farmers from four regions in Peninsular Malaysia, and data were collected through a structured questionnaire. Several statistical analyses were employed to scrutinize the collected data, encompassing descriptive analysis, Chi-square analysis, factor analysis, and logistic regression analysis. The research findings revealed a significantly high intention (74.0%, n=91) among shrimp farmers toward adopting improved disease-prevention technologies. The analysis unveiled a significant correlation between attitude (ß=2.062, p<0.000) and the intention of shrimp farmers toward adopting improved disease-prevention technologies in their shrimp farming practices. Notably, those with a positive attitude were found to be 7.9 times more interested in adapting these technologies, underlining attitude as the predominant influence in this context. These findings offer valuable insights to enhance the competitiveness of the aquaculture sector in shrimp production and animal health advancements. Promoting sustainable and responsible practices has become the key to ensuring the shrimp farming sector’s long-term success and resilience.
Assessment of food safety knowledge, attitudes, and practices among street food vendors in Malaysia Abdul Aziz , Nur Amelia Syakira; Kamarulzaman, Nitty Hirawaty; Abdul Hadi, Ahmad Hanis Izani
jurnal1 VOLUME 7 ISSUE 2, DECEMBER 2024
Publisher : Hasanuddin University Food Science and Technology Study Program

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20956/canrea.v7i2.1156

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Street food in Malaysia is gaining popularity due to its competitive pricing and accessibility for consumers. However, unsanitary methods and processes have raised concerns about foodborne diseases, making it a major food safety concern. This study aims to: 1) investigate the levels of food safety knowledge, attitudes, and practices among street food vendors; 2) determine the associationbetween demographic characteristics and food safety practices; and 3) investigate the factors influencing food safety practices among these vendors. The study was conducted in the Klang Valley area, and a purposive samplingmethod was used to select 268 street food vendors. Descriptive, Chi-square, and logistic regression analyses were conducted to analyse the data. The findings reveal that most street food vendors possess adequate knowledge, favourable attitudes and follow food safety practices. Key factors influencing food safety practices included knowledge, attitudes, education level, type of stall, monthly revenue, food safety training, and typhoid injection. Most notably, monthly revenue emerged as a significant factor, where vendors with higher incomes were more likely to implement good food safety practices. Hence, authorities should offer incentives such as equipment procurement subsidies and microcredit schemes to street food vendors to empower them to overcome financial constraints and invest in necessary practices that ultimately lead to improved food safety standards
Does Consumer Like the Coffee? A Study of Product Quality of a Local Business Ground Roasted Coffee in North Sumatera Wiyono, Sulistyodewi Nur; Utami, Hesty Nurul; Kamarulzaman, Nitty Hirawaty
International Journal of Social Science and Business Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): May
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/ijssb.v8i2.76172

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Producers are required to provide quality products according to quality standards and consumer needs. Quality is one factor that consumers consider when buying a product. The coffee processing industry is rapidly growing because of the high demand for this product. "The X Coffee" is one of the ground coffee processing industries that applies quality control in its production process. Nevertheless, defects were still found in their products. This study aimed to identify the consumers' perception of the quality of ground-roasted coffee products. The research design used was a case study. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics. The results showed that consumer perceptions of coffee's price, colour, taste, and size were good and fit consumers' expectations. The most chosen attributes according to consumers' needs are product aroma and the least amount of coffee powder size. Improvements would be suggested related to the size of the coffee grounds for being too coarse to make them acceptable. Consumers perceived the packaging information as incomplete so more product information could be added to the package. The coffee beans tasted too bitter, which could reduce the roasting level. The priority improvement is to change the size of the coffee grind to a smoother one because it will affect the taste and convenience when consumed.
The Implementation of Social Entrepreneurship in Participatory Breeding Program of Bali Cattle in Barru Regency Annisa, Aulisani; Siregar, Ahmad Ramadhan; Baba, Syahdar; Kamarulzaman, Nitty Hirawaty
Hasanuddin Journal of Animal Science (HAJAS) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Faculty of Animal Science, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20956/hajas.v6i2.32855

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Rural development plays a crucial role in strengthening a nation’s economy, with the agricultural sector serving as a key driver of growth. Among its sub-sectors, the livestock industry, particularly cattle farming, requires continuous improvement. Barru Regency in South Sulawesi is recognized as a national center for beef cattle development and breeding; however, rural cattle farming in the area still faces challenges that threaten its sustainability. The Maiwa Breeding Center (MBC) represents an innovative cattle-breeding partnership program designed to empower smallholder farmers through sustainable business practices. This study employed a qualitative exploratory approach to analyze the implementation of social entrepreneurship elements within MBC’s Participatory Breeding Program. Data were obtained from 32 purposively selected informants through interviews, observations, and literature review. The results show that MBC demonstrates all key elements of social entrepreneurship: social value creation through increased farmer income and capacity; civil society built on trust, networks, and shared norms; social innovation in mentorship, profit-sharing, and marketing; and economic activity through business skill development, financial access, and product diversification. This study introduces a novel framework linking social entrepreneurship and sustainable livestock development, demonstrating how participatory breeding programs can effectively strengthen rural economies in tropical regions. Keywords: Maiwa Breeding Center, social entrepreneurship, breeding program, Barru Regency
Co-Authors Abdul Aziz , Nur Amelia Syakira Abdul Hadi, Ahmad Hanis Izani Ahmad Ramadhan Siregar Ahmad, Mohammad Yusof Annisa, Aulisani Azali Sazali, Amira Hanani Hesty Nurul Utami Ismail, Normaz Wana Man, Norsida Rajendran, Salini Devi Sidique, Shaufique Fahmi Ahmad Sulistyodewi Nur Wiyono Syahdar Baba Wong, Kelly Kai Seng Yusoff, Hebat Hisham Mohd