scholarly journals Beekeeping in Tanzania: why is beekeeping not commercially viable in Mvomero?

Afrika Focus ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 213-239
Author(s):  
Nicholaus B. Tutuba ◽  
Wim Vanhaverbeke
Keyword(s):  
Significant Contribution ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Theory Of Constraints ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Production Methods ◽  
Honey Production ◽  
Thinking Process

Beekeeping is a long established economic activity in Tanzania. It contributes to the national economy by generating some US$ 19 million per annum and employing more than two million people. Beekeeping produces food and medicines, makes a significant contribution to bio-diversity, and encourages agricultural production through pollination. Moreover, more than 50% of Tanzania is covered by forests suitable for beekeeping. This potential is not fully exploited, and the sector is non-commercial. This study analyses the causes of the inability of rural Tanzanian beekeepers to establish commercially viable businesses. Using the case study research design, this qualitative study was conducted in the Mvomero district. Triangulation sampling techniques were used to select different beekeeping actors. Data was collected through interviews, focus group discussions, and observation. The descriptive analysis and ‘current tree reality’ of thinking process techniques were used to identify constraints that limit beekeepers from commercialising the sector. The challenges that are repeatedly cited as the main hindrances to the growth and development of beekeeping include over-reliance on traditional hives and honey production methods, low volumes, poor quality honey, limited access to finance, and insufficient fodder. We conclude that insufficient beekeeping expertise (knowledge and skills) and management are the two critical underlying factors that have led to the current situation. Since this study was limited to answering the first question of the theory of constraints approach, a further study is suggested to answer the remaining two questions. Moreover, a study to assess obstacles that hinder the adoption of top bar hives in the area is vitally important.

scholarly journals Beekeeping in Tanzania: why is beekeeping not commercially viable in Mvomero?

Afrika Focus ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicholaus B. Tutuba ◽  
Wim Vanhaverbeke
Keyword(s):  
Significant Contribution ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Theory Of Constraints ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Production Methods ◽  
Honey Production ◽  
Thinking Process

Beekeeping is a long established economic activity in Tanzania. It contributes to the national economy by generating some US$ 19 million per annum and employing more than two million people. Beekeeping produces food and medicines, makes a significant contribution to bio-diversity, and encourages agricultural production through pollination. Moreover, more than 50% of Tanzania is covered by forests suitable for beekeeping. This potential is not fully exploited, and the sector is non-commercial. This study analyses the causes of the inability of rural Tanzanian beekeepers to establish commercially viable businesses. Using the case study research design, this qualitative study was conducted in the Mvomero district. Triangulation sampling techniques were used to select different beekeeping actors. Data was collected through interviews, focus group discussions, and observation. The descriptive analysis and ‘current tree reality’ of thinking process techniques were used to identify constraints that limit beekeepers from commercial- ising the sector. The challenges that are repeatedly cited as the main hindrances to the growth and development of beekeeping include over-reliance on traditional hives and honey production methods, low volumes, poor quality honey, limited access to finance, and insufficient fodder. We conclude that insufficient beekeeping expertise (knowledge and skills) and management are the two critical underlying factors that have led to the current situation. Since this study was limited to answering the first question of the theory of constraints approach, a further study is suggested to answer the remaining two questions. Moreover, a study to assess obstacles that hinder the adop- tion of top bar hives in the area is vitally important. Key words: beekeeping, commercial beekeeping, theory of constraints, beekeeping constraints, Tanzania

Volunteering in Glasgow, Scotland

2019 ◽  
pp. 111-138
Author(s):  
Pauline Leonard ◽  
Rachel J. Wilde
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Employment Opportunities ◽  
Paid Employment ◽  
Recent Policy ◽  
Robust Evidence ◽  
Insight Into

This chapter investigates volunteering, much vaunted in recent policy as a valuable means by which young people may gain valuable experience for work and careers. The chapter argues however that policies to encourage more youth volunteering are based on a conundrum: the fact that there is no robust evidence to support the view that volunteering is a beneficial means by which to access paid employment. Case study research of a volunteering organisation in Scotland, which delivers bespoke employability training to young people which includes daily spells of volunteering in a range of voluntary sector workplaces, provides some insight into why this might be the case. Work experience placements can consist of young people ‘time-filling’ with meaningless, poor-quality work and lack of engagement by employers makes it difficult for young people to gain experience in organisations offering paid employment opportunities. However, the chapter underscores the significant contribution of trainers to other beneficial outcomes of volunteering programmes, such as the confidence and wellbeing of young trainees.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KEPUASAN KONSUMEN DAN BAURAN PEMASARAN PADA AGROINDUSTRI KOPI BUBUK CAP JEMPOL DI KOTA BANDAR LAMPUNG

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 132
Author(s):  
Vita Dwi Putri ◽  
Muhammad Irfan Affandi ◽  
Dewangga Nikmatullah
Keyword(s):  
Consumer Satisfaction ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Marketing Mix ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Satisfaction Index ◽  
Coffee Powder ◽  
Data Analysis Methods

This study aims to analyze the level of consumer satisfaction of coffee powder and the marketing mix of coffee powder agroindustry in Bandar Lampung City. The research method used was a case study. Research location was determined purposively. The number of interviewed samples was 60 respondents chosen using snowball sampling method. Respondents of this study consisted of consumers of coffee powder, owners, industry and trade in Bandar Lampung City, and experts of University Lampung chosen using snowball sampling. The study was conducted in February-April 2018. The data analysis methods used are the analysis of the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) and descriptive analysis. The results showed that: consumers of Jempol brand coffee powder in Bandar Lampung City were in satisfied criteria. The marketing mix for agroindustry has implemented marketing strategy (marketing mix).Key words: agroindustry, consumer satisfaction, coffee powder, marketing   mix

scholarly journals Strategi Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam Bagi Siswa Autis Di SLB Putra Idhata Kabupaten Madiun

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-86
Author(s):  
Affan Pradikta
Keyword(s):  
Religious Education ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Target Material ◽  
Islamic Education ◽  
Verbal Instructions ◽  
Problems And Solutions ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Thinking Process

This study aims to determine PAI learning and understand the problems and solutions of the application of Islamic Education learning for autism  students at SLB Putra Idhata, Madiun Regency. The research method used is a qualitative approach with the type of case study research and the thinking process uses inductive paragraphs. Data collection techniques using interviews, observation, and documentation. While the data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that: (1) Learning on the autism students was adjusted to the abilities and characteristics of the students. The teaching of Islamic religious education for students on the autism uses the ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) method. This therapy teaches children on the autism to follow verbal instructions, respond to other people's words, describe an object, imitate other people's words and movements. (2) The main obstacle to learning Islamic education for autism students is the incomplete target material, because students have difficulty concentrating for a long time. So before students can concentrate, instruction cannot be given. The solution is by modifying the material according to the students 'abilities, compiling creative and varied media so as to attract students' interest to concentrate in the teaching and learning process.

scholarly journals Implementation of Defensive Marketing Strategy MSME in the Time of the Covid-19 Pandemic (Case Study on Warkop Angkringan Giras in Mojokerto Regency)

2021 ◽  
Vol 04 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Syamsul Hidayat ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Marketing Strategy ◽  
Customer Service ◽  
Customer Orientation ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Complete Information ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Product Features ◽  
Competitor Orientation

The purpose of this study was to analyze the Defensive Marketing Strategy carried out by the MSME Warkop Angkringan "Giras" in Mojokerto Regency, in order to be able to compete and keep its business sustainable in the COVID-19 pandemic conditions and obtain optimal profits. This research is an exploratory research where the approach used is a qualitative approach. Qualitative researchers seek to understand life experiences in context and the meanings associated with those experiences by using Focus Group Discussions. The sample amounted to 20 people, who were taken based on certain criteria. Data collection techniques by conducting open ended interviews in the hope of obtaining more complete information from the respondent. Data analysis used descriptive analysis method. The results showed that the Defensive Marketing Strategy in the MSME of warkop angkringan "Giras" Free wifi with a Mental Model is a Competitor Orientation strategy which includes symbols, prices, product differentiation and value promotion,, Customer Orientation Strategy includes superior customer service, innovative product features, and focus in a narrow market segment and a Market Drive Orientation Strategy consisting of Digital Marketing, Healthcare Procedures, crowding services, and Hours of Operation..

scholarly journals Non-thesis master´s level pre-service mathematics teachers' conceptions of proof

2012 ◽  
Vol 26 (42b) ◽  
pp. 715-742
Author(s):  
Işikhan Uğurel
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Essay Writing ◽  
Making Sense ◽  
The University ◽  
General Opinion ◽  
Proof And Proving

This case study research was carried out with eight pre-service teachers enrolled in a non-thesis Masters degree program at the university where the author works after having earned undergraduate degrees in mathematics from different universities in Turkey. The study is part of a large-scale study. The main part of the study aimed to identify the conceptions of participants about proof and proving in a period of ten weeks. The present study contains the preliminary findings regarding the participants' opinions about the meaning of proof and proving and the purposes of proof. Three groups of data were used in this article. The first group involves the essay writing of pre-service teachers; the second group involves whole group discussions; and the last group contains individual semi-structured interviews. The results demonstrate that the pre-service teachers often prefer using formal discourse to define proof but have certain difficulties in making sense of these definitions. The general opinion of the participants about the purposes of proof concentrates on verification and explanation. Another problem examined in the study was concerned with whether the pre-service teachers' opinions about the meaning and purposes of proof can change. The results showed that their opinions may change regarding both. However, the changes involved expansion of their previous opinions by adding new dimensions, without moving in another direction.

CAN THE BIG 3 OVERTAKE TOYOTA? — A STUDY BASED ON THE THEORY OF CONSTRAINTS

2007 ◽  
Vol 06 (02) ◽  
pp. 145-157 ◽  
Author(s):  
SIMON WU ◽  
SAMUEL WANG ◽  
MAURICIO F. BLOS ◽  
H. M. WEE
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Coming Out ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Complex Problem ◽  
Theory Of Constraints ◽  
Root Cause ◽  
Thinking Process ◽  
Core Problem ◽  
Current Reality

Purpose — The aim of this paper is to provide answers to two significant questions. The first question is "what is the comprehensive action for the Big 3 to overtake Toyota Company?" The second question is "Can TOC (Theory of Constraints) really deal with this kind of complicated problem effectively?" Design/methodology/approach — In order to address this question and come out with a reasonable answer, this study uses the Theory of Constraints to discover the root causes and countermeasures for the Big 3 to break through their paradigms. Findings — It is worthwhile to highlight that we have demonstrated that a sophisticated case in global competition of the motor market can provide solutions with only four TOC logic trees. Furthermore, it is interesting to note that the four TOC logic trees fit perfectly well with each of the four problem solving steps in two aspects: (1) It provides a shortcut through mirror imaging process and (2) It enhances the clarity of the thinking process. Research limitations/implications — However, there remains some issues open for further exploration: (1) How can we make sure that the appropriate core problem(s) or root cause(s) has been identified in CRT (Current Reality Tree) and it is indeed the most meaningful one? (2) How can we proceed from CRT to FRT (Future Reality Tree) & further from FRT to PT (Prerequisites Tree) more effectively? (3) How can we discover key obstacles from PT and how to develop action plans from TT (Transition Tree) smoothly? (4) How to refine and integrate these feasible solution sets coming out from TT into the optimal solution scheme to be adapted in the real world? Originality/value — This study demonstrates how TOC problem solving can help to solve the core problems and root causes of "can the Big 3 overtake Toyota?" It not only gives managerial insights for the Big 3 to break through their paradigms to fight back Toyota; but also identify how a complex problem beyond production field can be analyzed and dealt with effectively. Paper type–Case study paper.

scholarly journals KAJIAN STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN AGROWISATA KOPI LUWAK (STUDI KASUS KOPI LUWAK MANGLAYANG, KAMPUNG PONDOK BUAHBATU-CIKAWARI, DESA MEKARMANIK, KECAMATAN CIMENYAN, KABUPATEN BANDUNG)

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucyana Trimo ◽  
Gema Wibawa Mukti ◽  
Fauziana H
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Development Strategy ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Matrix Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Analysis Design

ABSTRAKKelompok Usaha Kopi Luwak Manglayang (KLM) berusaha mengembangkan agrowisata kopi  luwak dengan menerapkan  kaidah kesejahteraan hewan di kawasan kaki Gunung Manglayang, namun saat ini belum dikembangkan secara optimal. Penelitian dilakukan pada kelompok usaha KLM, di kaki Gunung Manglayang. Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan teknik penelitian studi kasus. Rancangan analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis deskriptif kualitatif, analisis matriks IFE, analisis matriks EFE, dan analisis SWOT. Dari hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan diketahui bahwa kegiatan agrowisata kopi luwak yang telah dilakukan oleh KLM mulai dari edukasi mengenai proses produksi kopi luwak dengan menerapkan kaidah kesejahteraan satwa hingga wisata kuliner. Strategi yang telah dilakukan oleh KLM dalam pengembangan agrowisata kopi luwak adalah membuat rencana dalam perbaikan fasilitas di lokasi KLM, meningkatkan cita rasa kopi yang dihasilkan oleh KLM, dan melakukan promosi agrowisata KLM melalui media sosial. Strategi yang paling tepat dan diutamakan dalam pengembangan agrowisata KLM yaitu strategi agresif dengan meningkatkan berbagai daya tarik agrowisata KLM serta memperluas pemasaran agrowisata KLM.Kata kunci: agrowisata, strategi pengembangan, analisis SWOTABSTRACTKelompok Usaha Kopi Luwak Manglayang (KLM) trying to develop civet coffee agrotourism by applying animal welfare rules in the Manglayang Mountain, but currently it has not been optimally developed. The study was conducted at Kelompok Usaha Kopi Luwak Manglayang (KLM), at Manglayang Mountain. The research design used is qualitative with case study research techniques. The data analysis design used qualitative descriptive analysis, IFE matrix analysis, EFE matrix analysis, and SWOT analysis. The results showed that the civet coffee agrotourism activities conducted by KLM started from education about the production process of civet coffee by applying animal welfare principles to culinary tourism. Strategies that have been made by KLM in the development of agro civet coffee is making plans in facility improvements at the site of KLM, enhance the flavor of the coffee produced by KLM and KLM agrotourism promotion through social media. The most appropriate strategy and priority in the development of agro-KLM is an aggressive strategy to increase the variety of agro-tourism appeal and expand marketing agro KLM KLM.Keywords : agrotourism, development strategy, SWOT analysis

scholarly journals Implementasi Pajak Pertambahan Nilai (PPN) atas Subsidi Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Dwi Hariyani ◽  
Dwi Orbaningsih ◽  
Djuni Farhan
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Liquefied Petroleum Gas ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Differences Of Opinion ◽  
The Government

In the VAT Act taxable entrepreneurs have the obligation to calculate, calculate, deposit and report using the VAT Period VAT. The implementation must be fulfilled by taxpayers as a form of compliance and compliance with the Taxation Law. At present the taxable entrepreneur (agent) of 3 kg LPG cylinders, especially Malang Raya, is in the midst of an issue related to the debt owed and the non-payment of VAT on delivery. The purpose of this study is to evaluate in detail the facts or phenomena related to the implementation of VAT on subsidies for 3 kg LPG cylinders applied to PT. Gunawan Migas and PT. Lancar Putra Jaya in accordance with the VAT Act. Data collection techniques used were observation, interviews and documentation. This research is a case study research with descriptive analysis technique with a qualitative approach. The results of the study are: a) Differences in the implementation of VAT applied at PT. Gunawan Migas and PT. Lancar Putra Jaya. b) Differences of opinion between taxpayers, tax authorities and practitioners in the field of taxation between VAT payable and VAT unpaid for submission. c) Taxpayers consider that the tax authorities only pursue the budget function compared to the regularend function. This research is important to be conducted as a study material for the Government and the Tax Service Office (KPP) to follow up on policies related to the regulation of subsidized LPG 3 kg cylinders. Keywords: Liquefied Petroleum Gas, VAT, Subsidies

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