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Butler, Cedric
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THE ECONOMIC IMPACT AND ADOPTION RATE OF DIGITAL FARMING ADVISORY PLATFORMS AMONG SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN INDONESIA A SURVEY STUDY Idris, Nahri; Butler, Cedric; Al-Jabri, Sarah
Techno Agriculturae Studium of Research Vol. 2 No. 4 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/agriculturae.v2i4.2673

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Digital Farming Advisory Platforms (DFAPs) are posited to help Indonesian smallholders, but their real-world adoption and economic efficacy are unverified. A significant gap exists between the technology’s promise and its practical implementation. This study sought to: (1) empirically quantify DFAP adoption rates, (2) rigorously evaluate their economic impact on farm yield and net income, and (3) identify key drivers of adoption. A cross-sectional survey (N=1,240) was conducted in three Indonesian provinces. We employed logistic regression to identify adoption predictors and Propensity The adoption rate was low (25.0%), with a high rejection rate (33.5%). Digital literacy and education were the strongest predictors. The PSM analysis confirmed that adoption yields significant economic benefits, including a 14.2% increase in crop yield and higher net income (p < .01). The findings present a critical paradox: DFAPs are economically effective, but benefits are captured only by a digitally literate “farmer elite.” This “digital divide” mandates a policy shift from technology-centric investment to human-centric interventions focused on digital literacy.  
TROPICAL PEATLAND FOREST RESTORATION AS A CARBON EMISSION MITIGATION STRATEGY IN INDONESIA Butler, Cedric; Smith, Veronica; Miller, Wayne
Journal of Selvicoltura Asean Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jsa.v3i2.3755

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Tropical peatland forests in Indonesia have been significantly impacted by deforestation, draining, and conversion to agricultural land, leading to large-scale carbon emissions. As one of the world’s largest peatland areas, Indonesia’s tropical peatlands are crucial in regulating global carbon cycles. Restoration of these ecosystems presents a significant opportunity to mitigate carbon emissions, which are exacerbating climate change. This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of tropical peatland forest restoration as a strategy for carbon emission reduction in Indonesia. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining field observations, remote sensing data, and carbon modeling to assess the carbon sequestration potential of restored peatland forests. Findings show that successful restoration of peatlands can result in the sequestration of up to 15 million tons of CO2 annually, with significant increases in both above-ground and below-ground biomass. Additionally, the research identifies key factors influencing restoration success, including water table management and native species replanting. The study concludes that tropical peatland forest restoration is a viable and effective strategy for carbon emission mitigation in Indonesia. The research emphasizes the need for policy support and long-term monitoring to ensure the sustainability of restoration efforts and their contribution to global climate change mitigation.
Co-Authors Al-Jabri, Sarah Miller, Wayne Nahri Idris Smith, Veronica