Pasokan Melimpah, Harga Sayuran Anjlok

Summary

The abundant supply of vegetables in Ujung Perung market has forced traders to sell at lower prices, with tomatoes at Rp5,000 per kg and red chilies at Rp32,000 per kg. Farmers like Elin are reducing their purchases from the main market to avoid further losses, as production costs remain high despite the falling prices. West Java's horticulture official suggested connecting farmers and consumers through farmer markets to find a fair price. The government also supports farmers by providing storage and processing equipment to preserve produce and reduce spoilage.

Takeaways

• 🥦 There is an oversupply of vegetables, forcing vendors at Ujung Perung market to sell at lower prices.
• 🍅 Current prices: tomatoes are Rp5,000/kg, cabbage is Rp7,000/kg, and red curly chilies are Rp32,000/kg.
• 📉 To avoid losses, vendor Elin has reduced her purchases from the central market.
• 💸 Farmers are receiving just Rp1,000/kg for tomatoes, significantly lower than the selling price.
• 🚜 The cost of planting, fertilizing, and harvesting one tomato plant is around Rp5,000, not including transport fees.
• 📦 When market prices are good, farmers in the region can ship up to 30 tons of produce worth Rp100 million.
• 📉 Currently, shipments have dropped to 15 tons, reducing farmer incomes by 50%.
• 🌾 Farmers have cut back planting from 1 hectare to half a hectare due to market conditions.
• 🚜 Farmers are also limiting the number of locations they farm, to avoid incurring losses.
• 🏪 The local government is encouraging the 'Pasar Tani' initiative, connecting farmers directly with consumers to stabilize prices.

Q & A

What is causing vegetable vendors at Ujung Perung market to sell vegetables at low prices?

The vendors are forced to sell vegetables at low prices due to an oversupply of vegetables.

How much does 1 kg of tomatoes currently cost in Ujung Perung market?

1 kg of tomatoes is currently priced at Rp5,000 in Ujung Perung market.

What are the current prices for cabbage and curly red chili per kg?

Cabbage is priced at Rp7,000 per kg, and curly red chili is sold at Rp32,000 per kg.

Why is the vegetable vendor, Elin, reducing her purchases from the main market?

Elin is reducing her purchases from the main market to avoid continuous losses due to the low selling prices of vegetables.

What is the cost for farmers to grow one tomato plant, including all expenses?

The cost for farmers to grow one tomato plant, including expenses for planting, fertilizing, and harvesting, is Rp5,000 per plant.

How much does 1 kg of tomatoes cost at the farmer level?

At the farmer level, 1 kg of tomatoes is priced at Rp1,000.

How much produce do farmers typically ship when prices are favorable, and what is their income?

When prices are favorable, farmers in the region can ship up to 30 tons of vegetables, generating an income of Rp100 million.

What impact has the current market situation had on farmers' shipments and income?

Farmers' shipments have dropped to around 15 tons, resulting in a 50% reduction in income.

How have farmers adjusted their farming areas due to the market situation?

Farmers have reduced their farming areas from 1 hectare to half a hectare, and some have reduced from farming in three locations to only one.

What actions is the government taking to help farmers deal with price fluctuations?

The government is facilitating farmers by providing storage and processing tools, allowing them to store and sell fresh produce directly to consumers through 'Pasar Tani' (Farmers' Market) initiatives.