Teknologi Modern Pengolahan Pakan Ternak Tanpa Ngarit, Hemat biaya dan Ternak Lebih Sehat

Summary

In this video, Dani, a 32-year-old farmer from Merapi Paham in Indonesia, shares his journey in the agricultural industry. He discusses the challenges faced by livestock farmers, including the difficulty of finding quality feed, and introduces his innovation, Jogja Fit, a premium livestock feed designed to simplify farming. Dani highlights the importance of quality, convenience, and sustainability in farming. His mission is to build a mutually beneficial ecosystem for farmers, livestock owners, and the agricultural sector as a whole. He encourages young people to join agriculture, emphasizing its potential for long-term success and stability.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker, Taufik Mawadani (Dani), discusses his farming venture in Cangkringan, Sleman, with a focus on goat and sheep farming.
• 😀 Dani emphasizes the strategic importance of agriculture, both locally in Indonesia and internationally.
• 😀 In 2016, Dani started his farming journey by struggling with manual grass-cutting, which led him to innovate in animal feed production.
• 😀 Merapi Paham's innovation includes developing a feedmill that provides complete feed solutions, reducing the need for farmers to cut grass manually.
• 😀 The company’s key product, Jogja Fit, is designed to simplify feeding for livestock, offering fresh and dry feed options for farmers.
• 😀 Dani’s approach centers on providing premium, high-quality animal feed to improve livestock health and productivity.
• 😀 Merapi Paham collaborates with BPK DIY and UGM to continually improve its products, ensuring practical solutions for farmers.
• 😀 The feedmill not only supplies premium feed but also educates farmers, helping them choose the best options for livestock nutrition.
• 😀 Merapi Paham also aims to support the local economy by sourcing feed ingredients from local farmers, like growing corn and gaplek (cassava).
• 😀 Dani advocates for youth involvement in agriculture, citing it as a sustainable, profitable, and crucial sector that can thrive even during challenging times like pandemics.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the Merapi Paham farm?

The Merapi Paham farm primarily focuses on livestock farming, particularly raising sheep and goats. It also diversifies its business by producing animal feed through a feed mill, providing a complete feed solution for livestock.

Why did the farm decide to create a feed mill?

The farm created a feed mill due to the difficulty and inconvenience of manually gathering fresh grass, which was labor-intensive and physically taxing. They wanted to provide an easier and more efficient way for farmers to feed their livestock without needing to forage for grass.

What was the key insight that led to the creation of the feed mill?

The key insight was that livestock, such as sheep, goats, and cows, do not care about the color of the food but are primarily attracted to its smell. This understanding led to the development of a feed formula that is both appealing and nutritious for the animals.

What makes the animal feed produced by Merapi Paham different from others?

Merapi Paham’s animal feed stands out because it uses premium quality ingredients such as imported soybean meal, DDGS from the US, and locally sourced corn. They ensure the feed is tested in their own livestock farms before being sold to other farmers.

How does Merapi Paham support local farmers?

Merapi Paham aims to support local farmers by providing them with high-quality animal feed, eliminating the need for them to gather grass themselves. They also plan to work with local farmers to produce key raw materials, such as corn and gaplek (dried cassava), to ensure local sourcing and reduce dependence on external suppliers.

What are some of the challenges faced by Merapi Paham in their business?

One challenge Merapi Paham faces is the dependency on external suppliers for raw materials, as most of their ingredients are sourced from outside their region. This dependency creates logistical challenges and costs. They are addressing this by planning to collaborate with local farmers to grow essential crops like corn and gaplek.

How does Merapi Paham ensure the quality of its products?

Merapi Paham ensures the quality of its products by testing the feed in their own farms first, observing how it performs with their livestock. They also use high-quality ingredients to create a premium feed product. Continuous evaluation and improvement are central to their operations.

What is Merapi Paham's long-term goal for the agriculture sector?

Merapi Paham’s long-term goal is to create a mutually beneficial ecosystem within the agricultural sector, where farmers, livestock producers, and other stakeholders work together. They aim to make farming more accessible, profitable, and sustainable, especially for young people entering the agricultural industry.

What is the vision for young people in the agricultural sector according to the speaker?

The speaker encourages young people to get involved in the agricultural sector, emphasizing that agriculture is a promising and profitable field, even though it may face initial skepticism. The speaker believes that agriculture can provide long-term sustainability and growth for future generations.

What is the significance of the 'no grass-cutting' approach in livestock farming at Merapi Paham?

The 'no grass-cutting' approach is significant because it simplifies the farming process by eliminating the need for manual foraging for grass. This method reduces labor and time constraints, allowing farmers to focus on improving other aspects of livestock care while maintaining efficiency and productivity.