Farmers’ institutional transformation in the shallot area of Malang District, Indonesia

The main problem in developing the shallot area in Malang District is the weak institutional consolidation of farmers. This article aims to formulate a strategy for the transformation of existing farmer institutions towards the institutionalization of farmer corporations in the shallot area. The research method was carried out with a case study approach through in-depth interviews with eight units of farmer group management, four farmer group associations, and one cooperative institution in two sample subdistricts, namely Ngantang and Pujon, in Malang District, East Java Province. The research was conducted in July 2019. The results showed that the institutional performance of the farmer group association was at a moderate level measured by the role and business activities, while the cooperative was at a less developed level in encouraging the development of competitive and sustainable shallot agribusiness areas. The institutional performance of farmer group associations and cooperatives has shown that they are starting to work, but the working mechanism is not yet effective. The strategy for the institutional transformation of association and cooperatives towards farmer corporations can be carried out by adding new structures to follow an integrated agribusiness, expanding the objectives to be achieved, adding new business activities, and strengthening horizontal and vertical through integrated agribusiness partnerships.

Analysis of agricultural sector productivity improvement strategies through cooperative institutions

Purpose This study aims to analyze the productivity improvement strategies of the agricultural sector based on the problems faced by the agricultural sector in Central Java, Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach The analysis is done through interviews, literature studies and analytical hierarchy process data processing aids. Findings The results show that the strategy for developing the agricultural sector in Central Java needs to be focused on institutional factors to organize the field agricultural sector institutions. The ideal institution for the development of the agricultural sector in Central Java is cooperatives that can be accompanied by the Islamic Microfinance Institutions (LKMS). Originality/value This paper will contribute new knowledge specifically about the productivity improvement strategy through the cooperative institution.

SDGs, Social Responsibility, Institutions and Cooperatives: Evidence from the Handloom Weaving Sector in India

The purpose of this study is to establish linkages between sustainable development goals, social responsibility, institutions and cooperatives by developing a comparison, both theoretically and empirically, between cooperatives and non-cooperatives. In order to develop the theoretical underpinnings, post-Williamsonian transaction cost economics (TCE) has been selected as the theoretical framework. For the empirical analysis, a primary survey has been conducted in two prominent handloom hubs of West Bengal spanning over two districts of the state. A binomial logistic regression has been performed in order to analyse the data collected from the weavers of two different institutions—a master weaver institution and a cooperative institution. Following the post-Williamsonian TCE framework, it has been theoretically shown that the cooperative institution is more efficient in implementing the government’s welfare schemes. The result of the empirical analysis shows that education and distance from the cooperative institution are significant variables that help in the effective implementation of the government’s welfare schemes.

Preparedness to Implement a Spatial Plan: The Impact of the Land Cooperative in Central Bangka Regency

Cities are currently struggling with increasingly limited land availability and rising land prices in urban areas. In this regard, proper land management can control land prices and optimize space to be effective, efficient and sustainable. This paper presents the results of research in Sungai Selan, a small city of Central Bangka Regency. It focuses on the forms of land management by determining the community and stakeholder readiness in a Land Cooperative Institution to implement a Detail Urban Spatial Plan (RDTRK), especially concerning land consolidation. We conducted this study during the Covid-19 pandemic and, therefore, research methods were adapted to suit the prevailing conditions by uploading expert priority choices online. The experts involved were those considered the main stakeholders of RDTRK implementation, such as representatives from the local government agencies, members of the Local Council of People Representative (DPRD), and selected members of cooperatives dealing with land and spatial issues. The results show that stakeholders are in general ready to establish land cooperatives and incorporate into RDTRK implementation with certain conditions.

Bridging the Unbridged: A Case Study of a U.S. University’s Study Abroad Program in Beijing

Purpose: Studying abroad is an important way for universities to cultivate talent with international vision and global competitiveness. Based on its analysis of a U.S. university’s study in China program, this study provides policy recommendations to promote the overseas study and exchange of U.S. students in China. Design/Approach/Methods: This study examines the Beijing Overseas Learning Program of L University to examine the actual operations of a study abroad program in China. More specifically, this study examines the cooperative institution where the U.S. study program is located in China to analyze the operation mechanism and underlying logical framework of the program. Findings: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the logical factors as well as internal and external reasons behind U.S. students’ decisions to study in China. This study demonstrates that the “peer factor” has a decisive influence on students’ decisions to study in China. Originality/Value: Study abroad programs constitute an integral part of China’s initiatives to enhance people-to-people exchanges with other countries. This study improves our understanding of the practical dynamics of study abroad programs in China, thereby enhancing abilities to attract U.S. students to study in China.

SISTEM PEMBIAYAAN SOSIAL BERBASIS KOMUNITAS

Islamic cooperative is a financial system based on social and solidarity, where its characteristics are different from other financial institutions. This social financial institution is a set of interdependent relationships between financial and social. This paper explains about how the institutional economy in this case the Islamic cooperative understands the form of interaction between individuals, organizations in establishing mutually supportive relationships. What is the form of sustainability of Islamic cooperative financial institutions through its ability to respond to the needs of its members towards the needs of venture capital without applying interest and profit sharing. In the sense of the word form of work of this Islamic cooperative institution based on the concept of help to help members of the cooperative

SOSIALISASI KOPERASI MAJELIS TAKLIM DALAM PEMBERDAYAAN KOMUNITAS MUSLIMAH SEBAGAI PEMUTUS MATA RANTAI RENTENIR DI PERUMAHAN SEDERHANA TAMPAN

Abstrak Kajian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pemahaman dan skill kepada masyarakat tentang pengetahuan koperasi dan bagaimana seharusnya mengelola koperasi. Pengetahuan dan skill seperti ini sangat di perlukan dalam usaha melepaskan masyarakat miskin dari jerat kegiatan renten. Metode yang digunakan untuk merealisasi tujuan ini dilakukan dalam tiga tahapan,Pertama: Tahap pengumpulan data dan informasi tentang pengetahuan dan pengalaman subyek mengenai koperasi. Pengumpulan data dan informasi ini dilakukan dengan wawancara dan dialog intensif dan interaktif. Kedua, data dan informasi awal dijadikan dasar dan acuan untuk merancang materi-materi pelatihan sesuai dengan kebutuhan subyek.Ketiga, dilakukan tutorial dan praktek pengelolaan koperasi, dan dilakukan evaluasi. Hasil kegiatan yang dilakukan adalah, pertama; perubahan pemahaman yang positif tentang koperasi sebagai institusi ekonomi yang dapat melepaskan masyarakat dari jeratan renten.Kedua, telah berhasil didirikan sebuah lembaga koperasi swadaya masyarakat. Kata Kunci: Sosialisasi, Koperasi, Pemberdayaan, Rentenir AbstracThis study aims to provide understanding and skills to the community about cooperative institution knowledge and how it should manage cooperatives. Knowledge and skills like this are needed in an effort to release the poor from the snares of rent-seeking activities. The method used to realize this goal is carried out in three stages, First: The stage of collecting data and information about the participant’s knowledge and experience regarding cooperatives institution. The collection of data and information is carried out through intensive and interactive interviews and dialogue. Second, the initial data and information are used as a basis and reference for designing of training subject matter in accordance with the needs of the participant. Third, a tutorial and cooperative Institution management practice are conducted, and an evaluation is carried out.The results of the activities carried out namely; there is a positive change in understanding about cooperatives as an economic institution that can release the community from the bondage of renten. And the next , By this activity it has succeeded in establishing a community self-help cooperative institution. Keywords: Socialization Co-operation empowerment loan sharks

Imperial cooperative experiments and global market capitalism,c.1900–c.1960

Concentrating on the connection between the cooperative movements in colonial India and Ghana, the article has two aims. First, it counters the diffusionist story portraying the cooperative institution as indigenous to Europe, from where it was exported to the rest of the world. Second, it draws attention to the contribution and overall importance of cooperatives in the global market economy. Pursuing these two aims, and following a review of the existing literature, the article discusses the development of the cooperative movement in British India between 1900 and 1950. It then turns to the global establishment of the Indian experience as a role model for other colonial regions, notably West Africa. The article then considers the practical implementation of cooperatives in the Gold Coast and Ashanti (both now in Ghana) around 1930, and their development until 1955. Finally, based on the two main cases, as well as on the Cooperative Wholesale Society in Britain, it explores the economic function of cooperatives beyond national particularities, and tentatively analyses the relation of the institution to the broader forces of capitalism.

STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN SULAM BAYANG

<p><em>This research was conducted using descriptive method to analyze and interpret the condition or condition of shadow embroidery industry barung barung balantai so that policy can be taken. The result of this research is shadow embroidery artisans must maximize social media for promotion, improve good relationship with local government in the form of continuous cooperation in order to maximize the existing potential in the shadow embroidery, utilize existing skilled manpower to do the coaching on the craftsmen so that the amount increases to increase production capacity and there is cutting time in the work, cooperating with other industries that support shadow embroidery such as bags, shoes, etc. through local government, making a joint container or a kind of shadow embroidery union can be a cooperative institution, marketing institutions or other institutions, increasing skill of craftsmen in processing materials embroidery and skill from the owner in managing his group facing competition with other products, as well as increasing the use of technology in the design and development of motives.</em></p><p><em><br /></em></p><p>Penelitian ini dilakukan menggunakan metode deskriptif untuk menganalisis dan menginterprestasikan keadaan atau kondisi industri sulam bayangan barung barung balantai sehingga dapat diambil kebijakan. Hasil penelitian ini pengrajin sulam bayangan harus memaksimalkan media sosial untuk promosi, meningkatkan hubungan baik dengan pemerintah daerah berupa kerjasama yang kontinue guna memaksimalkan potensi yang ada pada sulam bayangan, memanfaatkan tenaga terampil yang ada untuk melakukan pembinaan pada pengrajin sehingga jumlahnya bertambah agar kapasitas produksi meningkat dan ada pemangkasan waktu dalam pengerjaan, menjalin kerjasama dengan industri lain yang mendukung sulam bayangan seperti tas, sepatu, dll melalui pemerintah daerah, membuat wadah bersama atau semacam persatuan sulam bayangan bisa berupa lembaga koperasi, lembaga pemasaran ataupun lembaga lainnya, meningkatkan skill pengrajin dalam mengolah bahan sulam dan skill dari pemilik dalam mengelola kelompoknya menghadapi persaingan dengan produk lain, serta meningkatkan penggunaan teknologi dalam desain dan pengembangan motif.</p><p><em><br /></em></p>