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Summary

Aziz Budi Rohmat, an organic fertilizer entrepreneur from Magelang, shares his journey of transforming goat manure into compost efficiently. Starting with a modest investment and using locally sourced bamboo, Aziz tackled challenges like the high cost of fertilizers and difficulty in processing manure. Through self-learning, training, and perseverance, his business flourished, reaching regions like Kalimantan and Riau. His motivation stems from the belief that taking action, no matter the challenges, leads to success. His story highlights the importance of determination, consistency, and faith in one's goals, especially in the face of adversity.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker, Aziz Budi Rohmat, specializes in turning goat manure into organic compost.
• 😀 The region where Aziz operates is mostly agricultural, and the need for fertilizers has been growing due to rising prices.
• 😀 Aziz started his business despite initial hesitation, inspired by advice from his parents, and he overcame his initial shyness about selling manure.
• 😀 Initially self-taught, Aziz learned about composting through online resources like YouTube and later participated in formal training in 2020 or 2021.
• 😀 Aziz faced challenges with processing goat manure, which can take a long time to ferment. His goal was to find a faster way to produce compost.
• 😀 He overcame the challenge by using machinery and materials like dolomite and fermenting liquids, improving the process efficiency.
• 😀 The business initially cost around 10 million IDR to set up, with a significant portion of the costs spent on machinery and raw materials.
• 😀 Aziz's compost production relies on goat manure sourced from Purworejo, which is easier to process than local goat manure.
• 😀 He highlighted seasonal challenges, particularly during the rainy season, when the raw materials become difficult to work with due to excess moisture.
• 😀 The compost produced is versatile, used for various crops like vegetables, fruit trees, and even rice plants, with the product reaching distant locations like Kalimantan Barat and Riau.
• 😀 Aziz credits his success to determination, consistency, and patience, emphasizing that entrepreneurship requires perseverance through ups and downs.

Q & A

What motivated Aziz Budi Rohmat to start producing organic fertilizer from goat manure?

Aziz was motivated by the need to find a way to process goat manure into compost quickly. He wanted to create a faster fermentation process for goat manure, as the traditional methods were slow.

How did Aziz Budi Rohmat learn the process of producing organic fertilizer?

Aziz learned the process of producing organic fertilizer through self-study, including watching YouTube videos. Additionally, he attended a training program in Babatan, Solo, for the fermentation process and compost creation.

What was Aziz's initial challenge with starting this business?

Aziz initially faced a challenge with his own hesitation and feelings of embarrassment about selling goat manure. He also experienced some initial reluctance to start due to his youthful pride.

How much capital did Aziz initially invest in the business?

Aziz initially invested around 10 million IDR in total, with approximately 5-6 million IDR for the raw materials and around 3 million IDR for a small machine used in the process.

Where does Aziz source the goat manure for his organic fertilizer production?

Aziz sources his goat manure from Purworejo, as the goat manure from that area, especially from Etawa goats, is easier to process compared to the local goat manure available near his location.

What are some of the challenges Aziz faces during the production process?

One challenge Aziz faces is during the rainy season when the raw materials become difficult to process due to excess moisture. Additionally, he has to sort out leaves and twigs before the manure can be processed.

What steps are involved in the production of the organic fertilizer?

The production process involves sorting the goat manure to remove leaves and twigs, mixing it with dolomite, grinding it twice for a finer texture, fermenting it with a special liquid, and then packing it for sale.

What is the production capacity of Aziz's fertilizer business?

Aziz's production capacity is around 1,000 bags per month if the raw materials are of good quality. However, the production capacity can vary depending on the moisture content of the manure.

Where does Aziz sell his organic fertilizer?

Aziz sells his fertilizer both locally, in areas around Magelang, and more widely, including regions like Kalimantan Barat, Riau, West Java, and East Java. He also partners with agricultural stores for distribution.

What are some applications of the organic fertilizer produced by Aziz?

Aziz's organic fertilizer is used for various types of crops, including vegetables, fruits, and rice. It can be applied before planting in holes, around planted crops, or even as liquid fertilizer for crops.