Mana Lebih Untung! Tanam Kelapa Sawit Atau Karet?

Summary

In this video script, the speaker, Jokoerno, addresses several questions from netizens regarding the profitability of rubber and oil palm cultivation compared to coconuts. He explains that while rubber is more financially lucrative due to higher yields and less frequent maintenance, oil palm is chosen by many due to its lower labor intensity. The speaker also discusses the costs and returns of each crop, suggesting that the choice between planting rubber or oil palm depends on personal preference and labor availability.

Takeaways

• 🌴 The speaker compares the profitability of rubber trees and oil palm trees, stating that rubber is more financially profitable.
• 💰 The yield from 1 hectare of rubber is significantly higher than that of 1 hectare of oil palm, with rubber potentially yielding more than double the amount of oil palm.
• 📈 The price of rubber can be high, reaching up to thousands of rupiah per kilogram, compared to the current price of oil palm which is around 2,000 to 2,200 rupiah.
• 🔄 Rubber trees can be tapped more frequently, sometimes daily, compared to oil palm which is typically tapped every two weeks.
• 📦 The weight of rubber harvested per hectare can range from 1 to 2 tons, while oil palm's yield is much less, around 500 kilograms every two weeks.
• 💼 The cost of maintenance for oil palm is higher due to regular spraying, weeding, fertilizing, and pruning, whereas rubber trees are often not fertilized and are cleaned as needed.
• 👨‍🌾 Many people choose to plant oil palm because of the less frequent maintenance required, as opposed to the daily work required for rubber trees.
• 🌏 The speaker mentions that in Malaysia, oil palm trees can be tapped as infrequently as once a month, making it less labor-intensive.
• 🏦 If one chooses not to work the rubber trees themselves, the cost of hiring labor can be divided, potentially reducing the overall expenses.
• 📊 The speaker suggests that the decision to plant rubber or oil palm is subjective and should be based on personal preference and profitability considerations.
• 🤝 The speaker ends the script with a note of apology for any shortcomings and hopes that the information provided is useful.

Q & A

What is the main topic of discussion in the video script?

The main topic of the video script is a comparison between the profitability of rubber and oil palm plantations.

Which crop is mentioned to be more financially profitable, rubber or oil palm?

Rubber is mentioned to be more financially profitable than oil palm based on the comparison of yields and prices.

What is the approximate price range for rubber mentioned in the script?

The script does not provide a specific current price for rubber, but it mentions that a few months ago the price could reach around 9,000 per kilogram.

What is the estimated yield of rubber from one hectare compared to oil palm?

The script suggests that one hectare of rubber can yield much more than one hectare of oil palm, with rubber potentially yielding 40 kilograms per tapping session, compared to oil palm's 500 kilograms every two weeks.

How often can rubber be tapped compared to oil palm harvesting?

Rubber can be tapped as frequently as every three days, once a week, or even daily, whereas oil palm harvesting is mentioned to be every two weeks or even once a month in some regions.

What are the financial considerations for maintaining an oil palm plantation compared to a rubber plantation?

The financial considerations for maintaining an oil palm plantation include regular spraying, weed control, fertilization, and pruning, which are mandatory and can be more costly than the maintenance of a rubber plantation.

Why might people prefer planting oil palm over rubber despite the profitability differences?

People might prefer planting oil palm due to the less frequent maintenance required, as it can be as infrequent as once a month in some regions, compared to the daily maintenance of rubber.

What are the labor considerations when choosing between planting rubber and oil palm?

The labor considerations include the frequency of work required for each crop, with rubber needing daily attention and oil palm requiring less frequent care, making it less labor-intensive.

How does the script suggest managing the labor costs for rubber plantations?

The script suggests that labor costs for rubber can be managed by hiring workers, where the cost can be divided, potentially allowing for a 50/50 split of the rubber yield's profits.

What is the difference in the payment system for laborers between rubber and oil palm plantations?

The payment system for rubber laborers is different from that of oil palm, with rubber potentially being based on a share of the yield, while oil palm laborers might be paid per ton harvested.

What additional factors might influence a farmer's decision to plant rubber or oil palm?

Additional factors influencing a farmer's decision might include personal preference, market conditions, and the specific regional practices and yields.

Outlines

00:00

📊 Comparative Profitability of Rubber and Oil Palm Plantations

The speaker begins by greeting the audience and expressing their intention to address questions from netizens regarding the profitability of rubber (karet) and oil palm (sawit) plantations in Indonesia. They compare the financial benefits of both crops, noting that rubber is more profitable per hectare due to its higher yield and potential market price. The speaker provides specific figures to illustrate the difference in yields between rubber and oil palm, mentioning that rubber can be harvested more frequently and yields a larger quantity per hectare. They also touch upon the operational costs, suggesting that oil palm requires more routine maintenance and thus incurs higher expenses compared to rubber.

05:00

🌱 Labor Intensity and Harvesting Systems in Agriculture

In the second paragraph, the speaker discusses the labor requirements and harvesting systems of rubber and oil palm plantations. They mention that rubber plantations may require daily attention, whereas oil palm can be managed with less frequent care, making it more appealing for those who prefer less labor-intensive work. The speaker also addresses the issue of wages for agricultural workers, explaining that the payment system for rubber harvesting is different from that of oil palm. They suggest that the cost of labor for rubber can be divided between the worker and the plantation owner, potentially reducing the overall cost. The paragraph concludes with the speaker acknowledging the personal preference in choosing between planting rubber or oil palm, emphasizing that profitability should be the deciding factor.

Keywords

💡Sawit

Sawit, or palm oil, is a key agricultural commodity in Indonesia. In the video, it is compared with rubber in terms of profitability and maintenance requirements. The script mentions that while palm oil might require more frequent care, such as weeding and fertilization, it is a popular choice among farmers due to its potential for high yields and income.

💡Karet

Karet, or rubber, is another important crop discussed in the video. It is highlighted as potentially more profitable than palm oil on a per-hectare basis, with the script providing an example of the potential revenue from 1 hectare of rubber compared to palm oil. However, the video also points out that rubber may require less frequent maintenance, which could be a factor in its profitability.

💡Profitability

Profitability is a central theme in the video, as the speaker compares the financial benefits of cultivating rubber versus palm oil. The term is used to discuss the income potential from each crop, with the video suggesting that rubber may offer higher financial returns due to its market price and yield per hectare.

💡Maintenance

Maintenance refers to the routine care required for crops to thrive. The video contrasts the maintenance needs of rubber and palm oil, noting that palm oil requires more frequent attention, such as spraying and weeding, compared to rubber, which might not need fertilization and can be harvested as often as every three days.

💡Yield

Yield is a measure of the quantity of crop produced per unit area. The video script uses the term to compare the output of rubber and palm oil, with rubber potentially yielding more per hectare, which is a significant factor in its profitability.

💡Harvesting Frequency

Harvesting frequency is the rate at which crops are collected. The script mentions that rubber can be harvested as frequently as every three days, which contrasts with palm oil, which might be harvested every two weeks or even once a month in some regions, indicating a higher labor requirement for palm oil.

💡Financial Cycle

Financial cycle refers to the period over which an investment generates returns. The video discusses the financial cycles of rubber and palm oil cultivation, suggesting that the initial investment and ongoing costs for palm oil are higher but may be offset by its potential for high yields and income.

💡Labor Intensity

Labor intensity describes the amount of work required to cultivate a crop. The video implies that palm oil is more labor-intensive due to its frequent maintenance needs, which could influence a farmer's decision on which crop to plant.

💡Market Price

Market price is the cost at which a commodity is sold in the market. The script uses the term to compare the current prices of rubber and palm oil, indicating that the market price of rubber can be significantly higher than that of palm oil, affecting the profitability of each crop.

💡Farmers' Choice

Farmers' choice refers to the decision-making process of farmers when selecting which crops to cultivate. The video suggests that despite the potential profitability of rubber, many farmers choose to plant palm oil due to its lower labor intensity and the possibility of less frequent maintenance.

💡Income Potential

Income potential is the possible earnings from a venture or investment. The video discusses the income potential of both rubber and palm oil, noting that while rubber may offer higher per-hectare earnings, palm oil's lower maintenance requirements make it an attractive option for farmers seeking a balance between income and labor.

Highlights

Introduction to the discussion about the profitability of rubber and oil palm cultivation.

Comparison of financial benefits between rubber and oil palm plantations.

Rubber is considered more financially profitable than oil palm based on yield per hectare.

The price of rubber can reach up to thousands per kilogram, compared to oil palm's current price of around 2,000-2,200.

Rubber plantations can be harvested every 3 days, a week, or even daily, depending on the region.

Yield comparison: 1 to 2 tons of rubber per hectare versus 500 kilograms of oil palm every two weeks.

Maintenance costs for oil palm are higher due to routine spraying, cleaning, fertilizing, and pruning.

Rubber plantations are less labor-intensive, as they do not require daily work or fertilization.

Reasons why more people prefer planting oil palm over rubber include less labor-intensive work.

Oil palm can be harvested every two weeks or even once a month, depending on the area.

The cost of hiring labor for rubber plantations can be divided, reducing the financial burden on the owner.

The wage system for oil palm is different, often based on a per-ton basis, which can vary by region.

The decision to plant rubber or oil palm depends on personal preference and profitability considerations.

A humorous anecdote about the speaker's boss, who has not yet harvested due to illness.

The speaker apologizes for any shortcomings in the information provided and hopes it is helpful.

Closing remarks with a traditional greeting, wishing peace and blessings upon the audience.

Transcripts

asalamualaikum warahmatullahi

wabarakatuh Oke jumpa lagi dengan saya

jokoerno di channel kebanggaan kita ya

channelnya Nama saya juga

oke eh ini e Saya ingin sudah lama ya

enggak jawab-jawab pertanyaan dari

komentar kali ini saya ingin menjawab

beberapa pertanyaan ee dari netizen

Sawit Indonesia

Oke kita mulai saja Apa

pertanyaannya Semoga bisa saya jawab

kalau bisa Saya jawab Saya jawab ya

kalau enggak bisa ya saya anggurin aja

oke pertanyaan

pertama kalau dibandingin dengan karet

apakah sawit lebih menguntungkan

Mas ya jadi perbandingan antara kelapa

sawit dengan ee ee karet ya

menguntungkan yang mana seperti itu

ya Jadi sebenarnya kalau

ee dilihat dari keuntungannya secara

finansial ya secara finansial itu

sebenarnya lebih ee menguntungkan karet

kenapa seperti itu kita bandingkan sajal

ya Ee 1 hektar karet dengan 1 hektar e

kelapa sawit hasilnya itu akan jauh

lebih besar 1 hektar karet ya apalagi

harga karet kan kalau sekarang saya

enggak tahu berapa ya tapi Beberapa

bulan yang lalu bisa mencapai ee r.000

ee per kgam kalau sawit kan sekarang

2.000

2.2 kisaran itulah Nah kalau karet kita

ee manennya itu bisa 3 hari sekali

seminggu sekali ya Bahkan e sehari

sekali juga bisa sebenarnya

dan jumlahnya kalau dalam 1 hektar

biasanya 1 sampai 2

Tong kalau di sini pakai ini ya apa

namanya drom eh bukan drom apa Tong ya

Tong itu yang 35 kilo ee bisa satu bisa

dua kalau Anggap saja satu ya satu itu

kan kalau ee Karet itu bisa 40 kiloan 40

kilo 9.000 Sudah berapa Kalau kelapa

sawit

kalau 1 hektar per 2 minggu manen itu

pampeling dapat e yang bagus itu ya

sasawit yang bagus 500 kilo kalau kali E

2000

udah berapa

itu jumlahnya tidak tidak sebandinglah

Kemudian yang kedua itu masa

finansialnya ya e pendapatannya ya yang

kedua

perawatannya Nah kalau kelapa

sawit rutin misalkan ee penyemprotan ya

ataupun pembersihan gulma kemudian

pemupukan kemudian

penunasan itu sudah wajib harus

dilakukan Nah kalau karet apalagi

karet-karet yang punya itu orang-orang

kampung ya pasti tidak pernah dipupuk ya

Ee kemudian dibersihin gulmanya itu

seadanya hasil aja yang diambil Nah dari

segi ini aja pengeluarannya itu akan

jauh lebih besar kelapa

sawit tapi pertanyaannya Kenapa saat ini

lebih banyak orang memilih menanam

kelapa sawit dibandingkan dengan ee

karet yang pertama alasannya

pekerjaannya Kalau karet ya kita sadap

ee setiap hari Nah kalau kelapa sawit

ini bisa 2 minggu sekali dan

EE bisa 10 hari sekali atau pun 2 minggu

sekali ya Tergantung tergantung ee

daerahnya bahkan ada yang sebulan sekali

ya kalau di Malaysia itu sebulan sekali

manennya jadi itu jadi orang enggak mau

repot dengan bekerja ee setiap hari di

di apa namanya

di diputarin nyamuk ya Kalau karet kan

seperti itu ya tapi kalau dari segi

penghasilan banyakan Karet itu sih

alasan-alasannya yang yang saya ee tahu

ya nanti bisalah ditanyakan kepada

petani-petani sawit yang

lainnya

Gimana masih mau menanam sawit atau

ingin menanam ee karet ya tapi kalau ee

Karet ini ya kalau misalnya kita enggak

mau kerja sendiri ya kita upahin aja

misal ongkosnya itu bisa 1/3 dibagi t ya

dibagi t yang nyadap itu dapat kita

dapat atau separuh-separuh kita dapat

setengah dia dapat setengah dari hasil

karet

tersebut Kalau upah sawit beda ya kalau

upah sawit sistemnya engak seperti itu

dia main per ton per ton dapat misalkan

r50.000 atau r.000 ya Tergantung daerah

kita masing-masing kalau di sini

egantat yaat jalannya utannya itu

susah maka

ee apa namanya ee biayanya itu akan jauh

ee lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan

daerah-daerah yang EE pasar pikolnya itu

jauh lebih baik ah seperti itu Jadi

tergantunglah kita mau nanam Apa ya Mau

nanam karet ataupun nanam kelapa sawit

itu terserah

kita ya yang menguntungkan aja L ya kan

Bos

datang

bosnya S belum Man belum manen sakit

perutnya beda yang manen Iya beda yang

manen sakit perut orang oke mungkin itu

aja yang bisa saya sampaikan kurang dan

lebihnya mohon maaf ya semoga yang saya

sampaikan bermanfaat Oke asalamualaikum

warahmatullahi

wabarakatuh cepat kali orang