Potential for Providing Forage for Ruminant Livestock in Bajuin District, Tanah Laut District

Abstract

This research aims to determine the potential of regional forage for the development of
ruminant livestock businesses in Bajuin District, Tanah Laut Regency. This research uses a
survey method. To measure the data research variables used, measurements were carried out
using the judgment sampling method. Judgment sampling is taking samples from relevant and
available information from certain sources and seeking information from livestock
stakeholders. Data were analyzed using a comparative method to determine the potential for
providing green fodder and developing beef cattle by comparing beef cattle populations
between villages in Bajuin District and also comparing it with existing literature studies. The
analysis carried out in this research includes Basic Livestock Commodity Analysis,
Contribution Analysis, Feed Potential Analysis, Regional Capacity Analysis, Livestock
Maintenance Performance and SWOT Analysis. The results of the research show that from  nine villages in Bajuin District, the average LQ was 0.94-1.03. In the contribution analysis, it
was found that nine villages had positive contribution analysis values with feed potential in
Bajuin District of 10,572.61 tonnes of DM/year which could accommodate 3,173.07 units of
livestock. This shows that the beef cattle population in Bajuin District has the potential for
development. It can be seen from the available population and the abundant availability of feed
so that the capacity of the area in Bajuin District, which consists of nine villages, can be
developed for the development of beef cattle farming. However, efforts are also needed from
several parties to maximize the potential they already have so that business development can
be carried out optimally.