Sustainable Cocoa Supply Chain in East Java, Indonesia : Potential and Risk Identification Miftahus Sa^adah (a), Imam Santoso (a*), Annisa^u Choirun (b), Miftah Zaini Tuakia (a)
a) Departement of agro-industrial technology, Faculty of agricultural technology, Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia
Veteran Street, Malang 65145, Indonesia
b) Departement of Agricultural technology, Politeknik Negeri Jember, Indonesia
*email : imamsantoso[at]ub.ac.id
Abstract
Despite the significant role of cocoa in the economy, cocoa farmers well-being remains low. The current cocoa production process concentrates on downstream activities, primarily procuring raw materials without processing or fermentation, which results in a lack of added value in the supply chain. Smallholder plantations contribute the most to cocoa production but face obstacles due to limited knowledge, technology, and institutional support. Government initiative programs aimed at enhancing cocoa^s export potential suggest integrating sustainability aspects into the cocoa supply chain. East Java, with regions and potential for cocoa plantations, becomes a prospective province to apply the cocoa sustainability concept. Conducting studies to understand the potential, opportunities, risks, and threats within the cocoa supply chain is needed. The main objective of this study is to identify the potential and strengths within the cocoa supply chain while addressing weaknesses and anticipating threats. By addressing these challenges and capitalizing on the opportunities, the cocoa supply chain in Indonesia could potentially improve the welfare of cocoa farmers, enhance product quality, and contribute more effectively to the economy while aligning with sustainability goals.
Keywords: Cocoa, Risk, Sustainable, SWOT
Topic: Agro-industrial production system management and regulation
