Transformation and Development of Agriculture Sector in Industrial Revolution 4.0 Era in Indonesia

2021 ◽  
pp. 214-233
Author(s):  
Ahmad Budi Setiawan ◽  
Amri Dunan ◽  
Bambang Mudjiyanto
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Value Chain ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Agriculture Sector ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Depth Interviews

Indonesia is now entering the era of the digital economy. In the agricultural sector, the concept of Agricultural 4.0 was introduced as a form of digitization. The scope of agriculture in this chapter refers to the value chain of agricultural sector in utilizing information and communication technology for interaction between all stakeholders in the agricultural sector, where every activity is recorded so that they can make predictions, dosing, and tracing, with an automatic control system, and done remotely. Applying this technology will optimize results, both in quality and quantity as well as the efficiency of existing resources. The research on the transformation of the agricultural sector in the era of industrial Revolution 4.0 aims to study the digitalization strategy of the agricultural sector in the era of Technology 4.0. This research was carried out using a qualitative approach by conducting literature studies, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions. This chapter recommends the development of micro farming financing to increase the scale of digital agriculture's economy.

scholarly journals Strategy for Strengthening Farmer Groups by Institutional Strengthening

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Purbayu Budi Santoso ◽  
Darwanto Darwanto
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Agriculture Sector ◽  
Institutional Strengthening ◽  
Problems And Solutions ◽  
Network Process ◽  
Farmer Groups ◽  
Depth Interviews

Agriculture sector becomes a spotlight because this sector will be full of potential but the welfare of farmers who become the leading actor is not guaranteed and has a poor tendency. The purpose of this study is to formulate strategies to strengthen farmers' groups in order to create the marketing of the agricultural sector that benefit farmers. The method used to achieve this goal is to use a qualitative approach and Analytical Network Process. In addition to the secondary data obtained from several agencies, this study also uses primary data obtained by in-depth interviews and observations. This research results a priority of aspects of the institutional strengthening of farmer groups as well as priority issues and priorities of the solution of each aspect. In addition, the priority of alternative strategies resulted based on the problems and solutions that have been analyzed in order to solve the problems in the institutional strengthening of farmer groups in Demak.

scholarly journals PERSEPSI RUSUNAWA IDEAL PADA WARGA HUNI RUSUNAWA BURING, MALANG

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Intan Rahmawati ◽  
Nindya Sari
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Complex Problem ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
High Price ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
The Ideal

The land which is a complex problem in the cities provides a mature readiness for the exam. The establishment of a simple rental apartment (rusunawa) was allegedly the best solution to overcome the problem. What's more with room prices that always show a high price increase every time periodically. However, the establishment of flat towers does not always benefit the wearer (residents). This article provides information for the ideal definition of a flat, can be used to make other flat towers so that residents can fulfill their prosperous wishes in inhabiting (housing welfare) in a flat land. This research was conducted with a qualitative approach in Rusunawa Buring, Kota Malang involving 10 informants who lived for a period (3 years). Data collection techniques are carried out by in-depth interviews, observation, and focus group discussions. The results of the research data show that residents live have the ideal perception of flat-lined apartments when physical, social, and system factors can provide live satisfaction

What affects utilization of malaria control services? A qualitative approach to understanding community perception in highly malarious Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India

2018 ◽  
Vol 51 (4) ◽  
pp. 591-602
Author(s):  
Kalyan B. Saha ◽  
Priyamadhaba Behera ◽  
Hrishikesh Munshi ◽  
Bal K. Tiwari ◽  
Shiv K. Singh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Behavioural Change ◽  
Control Programme ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Community Perception ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Preventive Practices ◽  
Depth Interviews

AbstractNational Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) data have shown that nearly half of all malaria deaths in India occur in tribal-dominated areas. The present study took a qualitative approach to understanding community perceptions and practices related to malarial infection and anti-malarial programmes. Twelve focus group discussions and 26 in-depth interviews of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) were conducted in nine villages in the district of Gadchiroli, Maharashtra state in India in June 2016. A total of 161 village residents (94 males and 67 females) participated in the focus group discussions and 26 health workers participated in the in-depth interviews. Data were analysed using the content analysis approach. The findings revealed widespread misconceptions about malaria among village residents, and low use of preventive measures and anti-malarial services. Ignorance and treatment by unqualified traditional healers delay effective treatment seeking. Furthermore, failure to maintain drug compliance adds to the gravity of the problem. The study identified the social and behavioural factors affecting treatment uptake and use of treatment facilities in the study area. These should help the development of the behavioural change communication arm of any control strategy for malaria through improving community participation, so improving preventive practices and optimizing utilization of anti-malarial services.

scholarly journals The Traditional Economic Space Management System in Pasar Raya Padang Market, West Sumatera after the Earthquake 2009

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 24
Author(s):  
Zusmelia Zusmelia ◽  
Firdaus Firdaus
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
The West ◽  
Economic Space ◽  
Space Management ◽  
Set Up ◽  
The City ◽  
Depth Interviews

The Pasar Raya Padang suffered various dynamics and changes since the West Sumatera earthquake 2009. Many studies hadbeen conducted by academicians and researchers, but no study offering the model of economic space govern at Pasar Raya Padang according to traders’ needs. This paper was conducted by qualitative approach offers the models of traditional economic space govern in the city of Padang. This research had been conducted since 2015 in Pasar Raya Padang. The data were collected through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGD), observation and document study. The result is that the traders as the primary market stakeholders want to have the model of economic space govern integrated over the system, the infrastructures, and market layout. The traders intend to have Pasar Raya Padang that still uses traditional systembut the physical buildings thatare set up as a modern market with complete facilities.

scholarly journals Nairobi Early Childcare in Slums (NECS) Study Protocol: a mixed-methods exploration of paid early childcare in Mukuru slum, Nairobi

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. e000822
Author(s):  
Robert C Hughes ◽  
Patricia Kitsao-Wekulo ◽  
Sunil Bhopal ◽  
Elizabeth W Kimani-Murage ◽  
Zelee Hill ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Early Years ◽  
Epidemiological Methods ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Early Childcare ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Childcare Providers

IntroductionThe early years are critical. Early nurturing care can lay the foundation for human capital accumulation with lifelong benefits. Conversely, early adversity undermines brain development, learning and future earning.Slums are among the most challenging places to spend those early years and are difficult places to care for a child. Shifting family and work structures mean that paid, largely informal, childcare seems to be becoming the ‘new normal’ for many preschool children growing up in rapidly urbanising Africa. However, little is known about the quality of this childcare.AimsTo build a rigorous understanding what childcare strategies are used and why in a typical Nairobi slum, with a particular focus on provision and quality of paid childcare. Through this, to inform evaluation of quality and design and implementation of interventions with the potential to reach some of the most vulnerable children at the most critical time in the life course.Methods and analysisMixed methods will be employed. Qualitative research (in-depth interviews and focus group discussions) with parents/carers will explore need for and decision-making about childcare. A household survey (of 480 households) will estimate the use of different childcare strategies by parents/carers and associated parent/carer characteristics. Subsequently, childcare providers will be mapped and surveyed to document and assess quality of current paid childcare. Semistructured observations will augment self-reported quality with observable characteristics/practices. Finally, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with childcare providers will explore their behaviours and motivations. Qualitative data will be analysed through thematic analysis and triangulation across methods. Quantitative and spatial data will be analysed through epidemiological methods (random effects regression modelling and spatial statistics).Ethics and disseminationEthical approval has been granted in the UK and Kenya. Findings will be disseminated through journal publications, community and government stakeholder workshops, policy briefs and social media content.

scholarly journals The usability of Jordan stillbirths and neonatal deaths surveillance (JSANDS) system: results of focus group discussions

2021 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yousef S. Khader ◽  
Khulood K. Shattnawi ◽  
Nihaya Al-Sheyab ◽  
Mohammad Alyahya ◽  
Anwar Batieha
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
System Performance ◽  
Surveillance System ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Focal Points ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Neonatal Deaths ◽  
Technical Issues

Abstract Background Jordan Stillbirths and Neonatal Deaths Surveillance system (JSANDS) is a newly developed system and is currently implemented in five large hospitals in Jordan. This study aimed at exploring the healthcare professionals’ perception about the usability of JSANDS. Methods A descriptive qualitative approach, using focus group discussions, was adopted. A total of 5 focus groups including 23 focal points were conducted in five participating hospitals in Jordan. Results Data analysis identified nine main issues related to the JSANDS system: the system usefulness, the system performance, data quality, the system limitations, human rights, female empowerment, nurses’ competencies strengthened, the sustainability of the JSANDS, and COVID-19 impact on the system. Users reported that JSANDS data were useful, the system was simple and easy to use, and the data were accurate and complete. However, some users reported that some technical issues need to be enhanced. Conclusions JSANDS was perceived positively by the current users. According to them, it provides a formative and comprehensive data on stillbirths and neonatal deaths and their causes, and therefore, was recommended to be adopted by its users and scaled up.

Kinship construction variability among Nigerian international migrants: The context of contemporary Diaspora

Human Affairs ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Olayinka Akanle ◽  
Olanrewau Olutayo
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Life Histories ◽  
First Century ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Kinship Networks ◽  
Methodological Triangulation ◽  
International Migrants ◽  
Depth Interviews

AbstractUnderstanding the selves, situations and actions of Africans can never be comprehended outside kinship. Local and foreign worldviews are first pigeonholed into culture and defined within kinship realities in Nigeria and Africa. There have been studies on kinship in Africa. However, the findings from such studies portrayed the immutability of African kinship. Thus, as an important contribution to the on-going engagement of kinship in the twenty-first century as an interface between the contemporary Diaspora, this article engaged kinship within international migration. This is a major behavioural and socio-economic force in Nigeria. Methodological triangulation was adopted as part of the research design and primary data were collected through in-depth interviews (IDIs), and life histories of international migrants were documented and focus group discussions (FGDs) were held with kin of returnees. The article found and concluded that while returnees continued to appreciate local kinship infrastructures, the infrastructures were liable to reconstruction primarily determined by dominant support situations in the traditional African kinship networks.

Islamic Discourses of Environmental Change on the Swahili Coast of Southern Tanzania

2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-60
Author(s):  
Justin Raycraft
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Environmental Change ◽  
Belief System ◽  
Social Suffering ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Swahili Coast ◽  
Making Sense ◽  
Depth Interviews

This paper addresses how Makonde Muslim villagers living on the Swahili coast of southern Tanzania conceptualize and discuss environmental change. Through narratives elicited during in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, I show that respondents associate various forms of environmental change—ecological, climatic, political, and socioeconomic—with God’s plan. Respondents had a sound grasp of the material workings of their lived realities and evoked religious causality to fill in the residual explanatory gaps and find meaning in events that were otherwise difficult to explain. Such narratives reveal both a culturally engrained belief system that colors people’s understandings of change and uncertainty and a discursive idiom for making sense of social suffering. On an applied note, I submit that social science approaches to studying environmental change must take into account political and economic contexts relative to local cosmologies, worldviews, and religious faiths, which may not disaggregate the environment into distinct representational categories.

scholarly journals Communicating science: The profile of science journalists in Spain

Comunicar ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (55) ◽  
pp. 09-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roger Cassany ◽  
Sergi Cortiñas ◽  
Albert Elduque
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Current System ◽  
Scientific Information ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
The Social ◽  
News Agencies ◽  
El Sistema ◽  
Academic Profiles ◽  
Ethnographic Methodology ◽  
Depth Interviews

Science journalists are mainly responsible for publicly communicating science, which, in turn, is a major indicator of the social development of democratic societies. The transmission of quality scientific information that is rigorously researched and understandable is therefore crucial, and demand for this kind of information from both governments and citizens is growing. We analyzed the academic profiles of a representative sample of practicing science journalists in Spain to clarify what training they had received and how they perceived the quality and scope of this training. Using an ethnographic methodology based on a survey, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with science journalists working for the main Spanish media (mainly printed press, audiovisual, Internet and news agencies), we analyze their academic backgrounds and collect information on their opinions and proposals. Our findings depict a complex and heterogeneous scenario and also reveal that most science journalists not only do not have any scientific training, but also do not even consider this to be necessary to exercise as science reporters. They also criticize the current system for training journalists and consider that the best way of learning the profession is by acquiring experience on the job. El periodista científico es uno de los principales responsables en la cadena de transmisión e interpretación hacia la sociedad de toda noticia, novedad o avance de carácter científico. A su vez, una información científica rigurosa, comprensible y de calidad es, además, un indicador del desarrollo social. La demanda de este tipo de información crece cada día en nuestras sociedades, tanto por parte de los gobiernos como de los ciudadanos. Por este motivo, y con el objetivo de esclarecer cuál es el perfil de los periodistas científicos que deben lidiar con tal responsabilidad, cómo se han formado y cómo ellos mismos creen que deberían haber sido formados, en esta investigación analizamos los perfiles académicos (tanto el real como el ideal) de estos profesionales en España. Utilizando una metodología etnográfica, basada en entrevistas, cuestionarios y focus group con periodistas científicos que trabajan en los principales medios españoles, analizamos su trayectoria académica y sus consideraciones y propuestas al respecto. Los resultados muestran un escenario complejo y heterogéneo, pero también revelan que la mayoría de los periodistas científicos no solo no goza de una titulación universitaria en el ámbito científico, sino que tampoco la considera necesaria. Los periodistas científicos son críticos con el sistema educativo y consideran que la mejor forma de aprender es trabajar en los medios, más que estudiar.

scholarly journals Refugee access to information in online and offline environments: results from focus group discussions

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-95
Author(s):  
Maria Jimenez-Andres
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Information Communication Technologies ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
High Commissioner ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Migrant Integration

In today migration processes, Information Communication Technologies (ICT) are increasingly important for refugee experiences and mobilities (Gillespie, Osseiran and Cheesman, 2016). In this light, there is a call by institutions such as the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (2016a; 2020a) and researchers in the field of refugee integration (Abujarour et al, 2019) for initiatives employing ICT to cater for refugees need for information and communication. This article discusses some information seeking practices of asylum seekers and refugees, in online and offline environments. The data was gathered by means of nine focus group discussions with refugee communities in Greece, Italy, and Spain, involving a total of 41 participants of 13 different nationalities. Issues relating to the languages and the accessibility of the information that is available to them are discussed. The results of this research will inform the subsequent phases of REBUILD, a project funded by the European Comission whose aim is the creation of a user-centred ICT-tool to promote refugee and migrant integration in Europe.

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