The objective of the study was to evaluate the capacity of Northern Bandung Dairy Farmer Cooperative (KPSBU) to support farmers in producing good quality milk within the milk value chain in West Bandung Regency, West Java. The study used qualitative research strategies including desk study, case study, and focus group discussions. The study compared the involvement of three milk collecting actors that were classified into large cooperative (KPSBU), small cooperative (KUD Puspa Mekar), and private company (Bina Kitri Bersama). A total of 18 dairy farmers, 3 milk collecting actors, 2 milk processors, and one livestock officer were interviewed. Three focus group discussions were conducted. The large cooperative performed better in services, milk collection, and milk quality assessment compared to other milk collecting actors. Members' commitment, inconsistent milk quality, and shortage of good quality fodder were the hindering factors that influenced the collection of good quality milk in the large cooperative. In conclusion, the large cooperative had better performance in service provision, it also had better infrastructures in milk collection and milk quality assessment compared to other milk collecting actors. Increasing the milk quality standard by milk processing companies affected the milk price since 2000.Keywords: dairy farmer, cooperative, milk quality, milk value chain, value chain governance ABSTRAK Penelitian dilakukan untuk mengevaluasi kinerja Koperasi Peternakan Susu Bandung Utara (KPSBU) dalam mendukung peternak untuk memproduksi susu yang berkualitas baik dalam rantai tata nilai susu di Kabupaten Bandung Barat, Jawa Barat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif meliputi studi literatur, studi kasus, dan diskusi kelompok terfokus. Penelitian dilakukan dengan membandingkan aktivitas dari tiga aktor yang terlibat dalam proses distribusi susu yang diklasifikasikan ke dalam koperasi besar (KPSBU), koperasi kecil (KUD Puspa Mekar), dan perusahaan swasta (Bina Kitri Bersama). Wawancara dilakukan kepada 18 peternak sapi perah, 3 kolektor susu, 2 perusahaan pengolahan susu, dan Dinas Peternakan Kabupaten Bandung Barat. Disamping itu juga dilakukan 3 diskusi kelompok terfokus. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa koperasi besar memberikan pelayanan yang lebih baik terutama dalam proses pengumpulan dan penilaian kualitas susu dibandingkan dengan dua aktor lainnya. Komitmen anggota, fluktuasi kualitas susu dan kekurangan pakan berkualitas merupakan faktor penghambat yang mempengaruhi kualitas susu di koperasi besar. Meningkatnya standar kualitas susu oleh perusahaan pengolahan susu telah mempengaruhi harga susu semenjak tahun 2000. Disimpulkan bahwa koperasi besar memiliki performa yang lebih baik dalam penyediaan layanan, infrastruktur penampungan susu dan penilaian kualitas susu yang lebih baik dibandingkan dengan kolektor susu yang lain.Kata kunci: peternak sapi perah, koperasi, kualitas susu, rantai nilai susu, value chain governanceDecember 2017 211

This study aims to evaluate the use of smart hydroponic green fodder in controlling environmental factors (temperature, humidity, and light intensity) during green fodder production. Green fodder planting uses smart hydroponics with the help of sensors and Arduino systems to control the water irrigation system and environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. The light source uses artificial light that comes from a 36-watt blue LED grow light. The data analysis is descriptive. The data observed were daily temperature and humidity which were regulated using automatic sensors and manually observed using a thermometer as a control. The intensity of light was measured using a lux meter and observed using a spectrometer to measure the wavelength and intensity. The results showed that the environmental temperature during maintenance of green fodder ranged from 20.5°C-23.9°C with an average daily temperature of 22.7°C. Air humidity during maintenance of green fodder ranged from 51.1%-80.3% with an average of 69.5%. The intensity of light produced during maintenance ranged from 438.7 to 1,156.7 lux with an average of 656.6 lux. Based on the results of research, the use of smart hydroponic green fodder can create suitable environmental conditions for green fodder production as seen from the temperature, humidity, and light intensity that are suitable for hydroponic green fodder production.

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membandingkan perbedaan kepadatan benih dan pemberian AB mix sebagai sumber nutrisi terhadap produktivitas green fodder gabah. Penanaman green fodder dilakukan secara hydroponic dengan menggunakan nampan fodder. Peubah yang diukur adalah produksi biomassa, konversi green fodder terhadap benih dan tinggi tanaman. Rancangan percobaan yang digunakan adalah rancangan factorial 2 x2 dengan factor perlakuan berupa perbedaan kepadatan benih (150 g/wadah dan 250 g/wadah) dan pemberian nutrisi (tanpa perendaman AB mix dan perendaman AB mix). Hasil penelitian menujukan produksi biomassa dan konversi green fodder secara nyata (p<0,05) dipengaruhi oleh kepadatan benih. Total biomassa dan konversi green fodder meningkat seiring dengan meningkatnya kepadatan benih. Kepadatan benih sampai 250 gram per wadah menghasilkan bobot biomassa yang paling tinggi dengan konversi benih terhadap green fodder yang tinggi. Perendaman benih menggunakan AB mix tidak berpengaruh terhadap bobot biomassa, konversi dan tinggi tanaman. Tetapi perendaman menggunakan AB mix menghasilkan tinggi tanaman yang cenderung lebih besar.

Providing appropriate space for movement is one of the best ways needed to increase cows’ comfort in optimizing their productivity. Currently, several farms have made some changes to the housing system by implementing a free-stall housing system. The system makes the cows more comfortable to rest and do activities because they are not tied up. Due to the large number of cows that are kept, sometimes farmers find it difficult to detect the health condition of each cow individually. Hence, an early detection system is needed to control and monitor cattle activity. The study aimed to develop a monitoring system at the free stall barn farm based on the internet of things. The method used for the study adopted the steps in the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Microcontroller-based dairy cow mobility monitoring tool built with NodeMCU ESP8266, GPS sensor, 5v booster, 18650 battery and housing to protect all components. All components used cables with the provisions of the NodeMCU ESP8266 as the tool control centre, GPS sensor as a coordinate point reader, battery as a voltage source, and 5v voltage booster as a component that controls the tool and controls the power off or on. The tool works by getting a power source from the battery and then displaying all the components. The GPS antenna will search for satellites to determine the coordinates of the tool and the coordinate point information will be sent to the NodeMCU ESP8266. When the GPS antenna searches for coordinates, the NodeMCU ESP8266 will look for a WiFi connection in it to then be able to access the internet and send information from the GPS sensor to the hosting website.

The Indonesian government has facilitated farmers through the role of agricultural extensionists (AE). One of the agricultural businesses that have a high interaction with AE is dairy farmers. AE have the responsibility to connect regularly with dairy farmers. However, since the Covid-19 pandemic, AE have limitations in coordinating with farmers directly. Therefore, a strategy is needed to overcome so farmers can continue to receive counselling and AE can still carry out their duties. In addition, several routine training activities carried out to improve the ability of farmers in practical management have also been delayed. The study aimed to develop an online application in collaboration with the triple helix concept through the interaction of multiple sectors from government, education, and business. The study used the collaboration between farmers and cooperatives as partners who cooperate with government agencies through agricultural extensionists and knowledge institutions to share information related to livestock business development. The application was built using the Extreeme Programming (XP) methodology. The research was held by conducting independent interviews with relevant stakeholders such as dairy farmers, cooperative boards, AE, the Ministry of Agriculture, and academicians. The study facilitated dairy farmers and AE to interact online with specific features and discussions about dairy farming. Moreover, educators such as livestock teachers, lecturers, and trainers can also take advantage of this digital application, especially the updated information related to livestock farming practices.