What is it about?
This study examines how farmer groups can manage their raw material supplies more efficiently so they do not run out of stock or incur excessive storage costs. Many farmer groups face challenges in deciding how much to order and when to order, which can lead to unnecessary costs and operational difficulties. The research applies a simple and practical ordering approach to help farmer groups plan their inventory better. Using this method, farmer groups can estimate the appropriate quantities of raw materials to order and the optimal time to place orders. The results show that better planning can significantly reduce storage costs, avoid shortages, and improve daily operations. This study also highlights that effective inventory management does not require complex systems or expensive technology. With basic data, clear procedures, and improved coordination, farmer groups can enhance efficiency and support more sustainable agricultural practices. Overall, this publication demonstrates that simple inventory planning can help farmer groups reduce costs, operate more efficiently, and strengthen their long-term sustainability. The findings are useful to farmer group leaders, agricultural extension workers, cooperatives, and local policymakers supporting small-scale agricultural development.
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Why is it important?
it applies a simple and practical inventory planning approach directly to the real conditions faced by farmer groups. While inventory management methods are often discussed in business and industrial settings, this study demonstrates that these ideas can be readily adapted for small-scale agricultural groups with limited resources and technical capacity. The article is especially timely as farmer groups are under increasing pressure to reduce costs, manage uncertain supply conditions, and remain economically sustainable. Rising input prices and supply disruptions have made efficient planning more important than ever. This study addresses these challenges by offering a solution that is easy to understand, low-cost, and feasible to implement in rural and agricultural contexts. What makes this article particularly valuable is its practical impact. It demonstrates that farmer groups do not need complex software or advanced expertise to improve inventory management. Small changes in how orders are planned can lead to meaningful cost savings and smoother operations. By showing clear benefits using a real case, the article provides useful guidance for farmers, extension workers, cooperatives, and local policymakers. By bridging simple management tools with agricultural practice, this study demonstrates how improved planning can directly enhance farmer group efficiency and sustainability, making it relevant, timely, and widely applicable.
Perspectives
From my perspective, this publication was motivated by a simple observation: many farmer groups struggle with inventory problems not because they lack effort, but because they lack practical, easy-to-understand, and easy-to-apply tools. In many agricultural settings, ordering decisions are made on the basis of habit or experience alone, which can unintentionally lead to higher costs and inefficiencies. What stood out to me during this research was that a straightforward planning approach, when clearly explained and consistently applied, could make a real difference in daily operations. The results reinforced my belief that effective management solutions need not be complex or expensive to be useful. When farmer groups are given simple methods that fit their context, they are more likely to adopt and sustain them. Personally, I hope this article encourages farmers, extension workers, and local development practitioners to see inventory planning as a practical support tool rather than a technical burden. If this study helps farmer groups make better decisions, reduce unnecessary costs, and strengthen their long-term sustainability, then it has achieved its intended purpose.
Associate Professor Septiana Dwiputrianti
STIA LAN Bandung
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This page is a summary of: Analisis Pengendalian Persediaan dengan Metode Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) Kelompok Tani, Suluh Pembangunan Journal of Extension and Development, August 2025, Universitas Lampung,
DOI: 10.23960/jsp.vol7.no02.2025.309.
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