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Community Empowerment Strategy for the Development of Aren Sugar Production Center in Koto Malintang, Lake Maninjau, West Sumatra Anwar, Aswaldi; Utami, Ami Sukma; Wisnubroto, Muhammad Parikesit; Adrinal, Adrinal; Khairul, Ujang; Pratama, Rafdi; Adib, Muhammad; Prasetyo, Rival; Susila, Rahma; Itra, Novi Rahmat
Buletin Dharmas Andalas Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): Buletin Dharmas Andalas
Publisher : Departemen Budidaya Tanaman Perkebunan, Fakultas Pertanian, Universitas Andalas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/bda.v2i2.43

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This community service program was implemented in Koto Malintang, West Sumatra, to empower farmer groups through the development of an Aren sugar (Arenga pinnata) production center. The activities consisted of pre-surveys, focus group discussions (FGDs), socialization workshops, participatory planning, and initial demonstrations of intercropping practices. A key component of the program was the financial feasibility analysis, designed to provide farmers and stakeholders with evidence-based tools for decision-making. The analysis was conducted using production costs and revenues from the research location, with a 15-year horizon and a 10% discount rate. Two cultivation scenarios were evaluated: (1) Aren intercropped with seasonal crops and (2) Aren intercropped with robusta coffee. Each scenario considered two product alternatives: molded sugar (gula cetak) and palm sugar crystals (gula semut). The results revealed that molded sugar offered only marginal feasibility, with Net Present Values (NPV) of Rp 28–35 million/ha, Internal Rates of Return (IRR) of 12–15%, Benefit-Cost (B/C) ratios around 1.1, and payback periods of 7–8 years. In contrast, palm sugar crystals showed strong financial viability, with NPVs of Rp 298–330 million/ha, IRRs of 38–45%, B/C ratios of 2.4–2.6, and payback periods of only 4–5 years. Sensitivity analysis confirmed robustness across discount rates of 8–12% and price variations between Rp 40,000–60,000/kg. These findings suggest that palm sugar crystals should be prioritized as the flagship product for Koto Malintang’s Aren sugar industry, supported by institutional strengthening, diversification, and modern marketing to ensure sustainability.
PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT MELALUI PENGEMBANGAN POTENSI AREN GUNA KONSERVASI LAHAN DAN PENINGKATAN PRODUKSI GULA AREN SEKITAR DANAU MANINJAU, NAGARI KOTO MALINTANG, SUMATERA BARAT Anwar, Aswaldi; Wisnubroto, Muhammad Parikesit; Utami, Ami Sukma; Adrinal, Adrinal; Khairul, Ujang; Pratama, Rafdi; Adib, Muhammad; Prasetyo, Rival; Susila, Rahma; Itra, Novi Rahmat
Jurnal Abdi Insani Vol 12 No 11 (2025): Jurnal Abdi Insani
Publisher : Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/abdiinsani.v12i11.3240

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The potential of aren palm (Arenga pinnata Merr.) in the area around Lake Maninjau has not been optimally utilized. Empirically, this commodity plays an important role in land conservation and improving the economy of the Nagari Koto Malintang community. Therefore, this community service activity was carried out with the aim of empowering the community to be able to manage aren trees sustainably, thereby increasing aren sugar productivity while supporting land conservation efforts in the area. This activity used methods of socialization, discussion, and direct practice with the “Kelompok Tani Hutan Gali Ide Langsung Aren) (KTH GILA), PT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Bukittinggi, and KPH Agam Raya. The results of the activity showed that the participants were enthusiastic and paid attention to the socialization and direct practice provided by the community service team. The material presented succeeded in changing the community's views and increasing their knowledge regarding palm cultivation. This change not only increased productivity and income but also raised community awareness of the importance of palm trees in preserving the environment. Overall, this community service program empowered the community through the development of palm tree potential. Through the integration of income generation and environmental conservation awareness, palm cultivation can serve as a model for sustainable economic development in Nagari Koto Malintang.  
Co-Authors . Adrinal Adib, Muhammad Anwar, Aswaldi Itra, Novi Rahmat Muhammad Parikesit Wisnubroto Prasetyo, Rival Susila, Rahma UJANG KHAIRUL Utami, Ami Sukma