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Journal : International Journal of Health, Economics, and Social Sciences (IJHESS)

Sustainability Analysis of Coffee Agribusiness in Indonesia: Environmental, Economic, and Social Perspectives Philip Yudha Gabriel; Mitra Musika Lubis
International Journal of Health, Economics, and Social Sciences (IJHESS) Vol. 7 No. 2: April 2025
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/ijhess.v7i2.7284

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Sustainable coffee agribusiness is an approach to coffee cultivation, processing, and marketing that considers environmental, economic, and social aspects. This research aims to assess the sustainability of coffee agribusiness by focusing on these three aspects to ensure the coffee industry continues to grow without damaging the ecosystem, improving farmers' welfare, and strengthening economic stability. The research method used is literature review by collecting data from relevant journals, scientific articles, and previous research in the last five years. The results showed that the environmental aspects of coffee agribusiness can be maintained through the implementation of agroforestry systems, reduced use of hazardous chemicals, and better waste management. From an economic perspective, the main challenges faced by farmers are fluctuating coffee prices and high production costs. Solutions include strengthening cooperatives, diversifying processed coffee products, and accessing fair trade certification schemes. Meanwhile, the social aspects of coffee agribusiness sustainability include farmer welfare, women's empowerment, and increased involvement of the younger generation in the sector. Support from the government, private sector, and non-governmental organizations is needed to create policies that support the sustainability of coffee agribusiness. By applying the principles of sustainable agriculture, the coffee agribusiness
Analysis of the People's Rubber Marketing System in Mandailing Natal: Review of Distribution Channels, Margins, and Efficiency Muhammad Iqbal; Mitra Musika Lubis
International Journal of Health, Economics, and Social Sciences (IJHESS) Vol. 7 No. 3: July 2025
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/ijhess.v7i3.8329

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Smallholder rubber is a leading commodity that plays a vital role in the regional economy, particularly in Mandailing Natal Regency, which is known as one of the main rubber-producing areas in North Sumatra. However, the marketing system for smallholder rubber in this region still faces several structural constraints that significantly affect farmers' income. This article aims to analyze the distribution channels, margin distribution, and marketing efficiency of smallholder rubber in Mandailing Natal using a literature review approach. The data were obtained from various scientific publications, government reports, and agribusiness studies published over the past ten years. The review found two common marketing channel patterns: a long channel (farmers ? local collectors ? wholesalers ? factories) and a short channel (farmers ? wholesalers ? factories). The short channel proves to be more profitable for farmers by reducing intermediaries and increasing marketing efficiency. Additionally, farmers' share of profit margins increases significantly under the short channel. Nonetheless, challenges such as weak farmer institutions, limited market access, and lack of price information remain major obstacles. Therefore, recommended strategies include establishing marketing cooperatives, improving distribution infrastructure, and digitizing price information systems. Enhancing the existing marketing system is expected to improve the welfare of smallholder rubber farmers in Mandailing Natal sustainably.