LAPTOP SI UNYIL - KARET DI SEKITAR KITA (11/1/17) 3-2

Summary

This video explores the process of harvesting and processing Jelutung sap, a valuable natural resource found in Kalimantan, Indonesia. The sap is extracted from Jelutung trees, which can grow up to several meters tall. After being collected, it undergoes a cooking process to purify and reduce moisture, resulting in a dense, malleable form. This high-quality sap is used to make chewing gum and is exported internationally, particularly to Japan, the U.S., and Europe. Despite being more eco-friendly and natural than synthetic alternatives, local demand for Jelutung sap is limited, with the primary market being for export.

Takeaways

• 😀 Jelutung tree sap is widely used in Kalimantan, Indonesia, for various purposes such as making futsal balls and furniture.
• 😀 Jelutung trees, also known as 'pantung', are found in peat forests and can grow to impressive heights, up to several meters.
• 😀 The sap of the jelutung tree is extracted by tapping the bark of trees over 10 years old, similar to how rubber tree sap is collected.
• 😀 Jelutung sap yields are abundant, often providing 2-3 liters of sap in one tapping, more than rubber sap in the same process.
• 😀 The sap is used to create chewing gum, a product still in demand internationally, particularly in countries like Japan, the US, and parts of Europe.
• 😀 The process of harvesting jelutung sap involves cooking the raw sap for about an hour to reduce moisture content and clean it.
• 😀 After cooking, the sap is pressed, rolled into sheets, and cut into blocks before being washed and molded into shapes for sale.
• 😀 Processed jelutung sap can be sold for up to IDR 20,000 per kilogram, with a potential daily revenue of up to IDR 30 million from 500 blocks.
• 😀 Despite its high potential, the domestic market for jelutung sap is limited due to the widespread use of synthetic materials in chewing gum production.
• 😀 Efforts to cultivate and maintain jelutung trees through local community initiatives ensure a sustainable supply of sap, with tree seedlings available for sale.

Q & A

What is the primary product derived from the latex of Jelutung trees?

The primary product derived from Jelutung latex is rubber, which can be used for various purposes, including manufacturing futsal balls and furniture.

Where are Jelutung trees commonly found?

Jelutung trees are commonly found in the forests of Kalimantan, Indonesia.

What makes Jelutung latex more abundant compared to rubber tree latex?

Jelutung latex is more abundant than rubber tree latex because it yields more latex during tapping. A single tapping can produce 2 to 3 liters of latex.

How do you tap a Jelutung tree for latex?

Tapping a Jelutung tree involves cutting into the bark of trees that are over 10 years old. The latex is collected from the lowest part of the tree trunk, where the latex yield is the highest.

What is one of the uses of Jelutung latex mentioned in the script?

One use of Jelutung latex mentioned in the script is for making chewing gum.

What is the quality of Jelutung latex compared to synthetic alternatives?

Jelutung latex is considered to be of high quality and more environmentally friendly compared to synthetic materials used in products like chewing gum.

How is Jelutung latex processed after it is harvested?

After being harvested, Jelutung latex is processed by cooking it in a large furnace for one hour to clean it and reduce its water content to 40%. It is then pressed, rolled into sheets, cut into pieces, washed, and shaped using molds.

What is the price of processed Jelutung latex?

Processed Jelutung latex can be sold for up to IDR 20,000 per kilogram.

How much can be earned from producing Jelutung latex blocks daily?

By producing 500 blocks of Jelutung latex daily, one can earn approximately IDR 60 million, with a net profit of around IDR 30 million after deducting production costs and raw material expenses.

What challenges exist in the domestic market for Jelutung latex?

The main challenge for Jelutung latex in the domestic market is the widespread use of synthetic materials in products like chewing gum, reducing demand for natural Jelutung latex.