A Survey on Causes of Tractor Breakdowns in Riau Province, Indonesia A Case Study of Small Tractor Operations

Paman, Ujang; Uchida, Susumu; Inaba, Shigeki; Kojima, Takayuki

doi:10.13031/2013.22329

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“…This operation also requires a longer time by using manual tools (hoe). It was found that the operation only needed at a range of 19 to 23 h.ha -1 by using power tillers [28], [29]. It means that the machine power can considerably save labor, cost, and time.…”

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Farm Machinery Development and Utilization System Policies for Small-Scale Rice Farming

Paman¹,

Bahri²,

Asrol³

et al. 2018

International Journal on Advanced Science, Engineering and Information Technology

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The use of farm machinery as a source of power in Kampar Region, Indonesia has become increasingly important and dominant for effective and efficient farm operations. This paper attempted to highlight the farm machinery development and utilization system policies for small-scale rice farming in the region. Data were collected through field surveys in the selected rice production centers from 20 districts in Kampar Region. The interviews with involving farmers, government extension staff, and machinery suppliers were conducted in September and October 2015. The results showed that the agricultural mechanization program run by Government in Kampar region has dramatically accelerated the development of farm machinery use from year to year. On the other hand, the low purchasing power, limited government budgets, and limited farmers' access to agricultural credit have decelerated the development of farm machinery on the farm level. To increase farm machinery utilization among small farmers, the local government has developed machinery-hiring schemes to provide farm machinery for the small farmers. Recommendations for the future development of increasing the use of farm machinery in the region are also proposed.

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Section: B the Policy Of Farm Machinery Utilization Systemmentioning

confidence: 99%

Farm Machinery Development and Utilization System Policies for Small-Scale Rice Farming

Paman¹,

Bahri²,

Asrol³

et al. 2018

International Journal on Advanced Science, Engineering and Information Technology

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“…Additionally, farmers often use unauthorized sources for service interval schedules. According to Paman et al (2007), they generally depend on past experience, manual test of oil viscosity, and recommendations from other farmers. A survey conducted by Wertz et al (1990) in Lancaster County, Nebraska, documented that 42% of the farmers ignored the advice given in the manuals.…”

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“…Under such circumstances, the average life of a machine therefore becomes shorter because it is difficult for farmers to repair tractors when they break down. Tractor breakdown was found to be one of the main problems in hand tractors operation in Riau Province (Paman et al, 2007).…”

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“…A number of studies have reported the causes of a high breakdown frequency and a high repair rate (Kolawole, 1972;Inns, 1978;Bukhari, 1982;Kuyembeh, 1982;Jacob and Harrell, 1983;Bukhari et al, 1984;Aneke, 1994;Adekoya and Otono;FAO, 1992;Babatunde, 1996;Paman et al, 2007). The authors found that unskilled operators, poor operation and maintenance practices, and lack of spare parts were the main contributing factors.…”

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Operators’ Capability and Facilities Availability for Repair and Maintenance of Small Tractors in Riau Province, Indonesia: A Case Study

Paman¹,

Uchida²,

Inaba³

2011

JAS

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This paper presents the capability of tractor operators in performing repair and maintenance of small tractors, the availability of service and repair facilities at the farm level, and the manner of the operators in maintaining their tractors. Data are based on field visits and interviews with 65 tractor operators from 6 villages collected in three regencies of Riau Province. The results show that most operators lack the technical skill to service and repair tractors due to insufficient training, specific education, and work experience. Inadequate repair and maintenance facilities, such as workshops, mechanics, and spare part depots cause delays in repair work and raise the price of spare parts in the survey areas. Farmers do not keep accurate service records and most of them disregard proper maintenance and service of their tractors, such as changing engine oil without following the manufacturer's recommendations. Provincial governments should provide training facilities and a program to improve the technical knowledge and skills of the operators and local mechanics. Repair and maintenance facilities should be established in village areas to guarantee timely repair in case of breakdowns and to make spare parts available at low price. The operators should keep service records accurately and adhere to maintenance and service schedules according to the manufacturer's instructions. They should also be encouraged to properly service and maintain their tractors.

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“…The absence of service support facilities may lead to large numbers of farm machines and equipment remaining unserviced for long periods and, eventually, cause a loss of machine power available for farm works. Besides inadequate service support facilities, farm machine breakdowns are more likely to occur under rough field conditions (Paman, Uchida, Inaba, & Kojima, 2007), such as those found in the rainfed paddy field areas of Riau Province. This research thus investigates farm machinery breakdowns and the loss of available machine power due to breakdowns, as well as the service support conditions in Riau Province, Indonesia.…”

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Investigating Farm Machinery Breakdowns and Service Support System Conditions in Rainfed Rice Areas in Riau Province, Indonesia

Paman

Khairizal

Sutriana

2022

5005

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Farm machinery breakdowns are the most common problems farmers face in field operations. The problems can cause losses of time, power, and money and must therefore be prevented. This research investigates farm machinery breakdowns and loss of machine power, as well as service support conditions in Riau Province, Indonesia. Most data were collected from secondary sources published by the Food Crop and Horticulture Services of Riau Province and the Statistical Bureau of Riau Province. The data on service support facilities were obtained through field visits to service support sites in the province. The number of farm machines, farm power, and machine breakdowns increased during the period 2010–2021. There were different breakdown rates among farm machines and regencies. The highest annual growth was 17.03 percent for water pumps, followed by power threshers (14.41%), and 2-wheel tractors (14.32%). Rokan Hilir Regency had the highest level of machinery breakdowns, reaching 26.93 percent annually. The total loss of machine power was 9,553 hp per year on average or 15.76 percent of the total power of 61,357 hp per year. The availability of service support facilities like workshops and storage sheds was very limited and remained inadequate. A lack of spare parts and mechanics was also found in the surveyed areas of the province.

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A Survey on Causes of Tractor Breakdowns in Riau Province, Indonesia A Case Study of Small Tractor Operations

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Farm Machinery Development and Utilization System Policies for Small-Scale Rice Farming

Farm Machinery Development and Utilization System Policies for Small-Scale Rice Farming

Operators’ Capability and Facilities Availability for Repair and Maintenance of Small Tractors in Riau Province, Indonesia: A Case Study

Investigating Farm Machinery Breakdowns and Service Support System Conditions in Rainfed Rice Areas in Riau Province, Indonesia

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