AgBioForum, vol. 25, no. 3 (2023)
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Item Exploring the impact of agricultural biotechnology on green investment and economic growth : a comparative study under the RCEP framework(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023) Hu, Hengyi; Masron, Tajul AriffinThese days, countries are increasingly recognising the need for economic growth and green investment in response to significant environmental degradation. This aspect requires recent studies and policymakers' attention. This paper examines the effects of agricultural biotechnology on green investment and economic growth in China, specifically within the framework of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). The study collected secondary data on China from 2003 to 2022 from the World Development Indicators (WDI). The study examines the relationship between agricultural biotechnology, green investment, and economic growth using an autoregressive distributed lag model (ARDL). It then conducts empirical analysis and verification to support its findings. The findings suggest a strong correlation between agricultural biotechnology, green investment, and economic growth in China. The study assists policymakers in formulating policies that promote green investment and economic growth by utilizing efficient agricultural biotechnology.Item Factors affecting the crude palm oil production and prices : evidence from Indonesian economy(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023) Siregar, M. Akbar; Tambunan, Saribulan; Lubis, Adelina; Pratama, IkbarCrude palm oil (CPO) production has been a pivotal factor in the economic growth of CPO production companies, influenced by various determinants and necessitating further research. This study investigates the impact of labour wage rate, workers’ education, production land, interest rate, and inflation rate on CPO production and prices in Indonesia. Utilizing secondary data from STATISTA and World Development Indicators (WDI) covering the period from 1994 to 2023, the study employs the dynamic autoregressive distributed lag (DARDL) approach to analyse the relationships among these variables. The findings indicate that labour wage rate, workers’ education, production land, interest rate, and inflation rate are positively correlated with CPO production and prices in Indonesia. The study offers policy recommendations, suggesting that regulators should focus on increasing labour wages, improving workers' education, and expanding production land to enhance CPO production and prices.Item Food safety and security in Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia : role of sustainable supply chain management practices(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023) Aljoghaiman, AbdulazizThis study investigates the correlation between sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) and food security, alongside exploring the impact of green logistics management (GLM) on food security. Additionally, it considers food safety knowledge and green logistics management as moderating variables in the relationship between sustainable supply chain management and food security. This study gathered data from 169 individuals, including farmers and employees from different departments in food supply chain industry in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. To fulfil its objectives, the research utilized STATA software with a structural equation modelling (SEM) approach. The research results indicate a strong connection between sustainable supply chain management practices and individuals' food security. The study's findings show a strong connection between green logistics management and individuals' food security. Additionally, research results verified that the connection between sustainable supply chain management and individuals' food security is influenced by both food safety awareness and green logistics management. This study explores the impact of sustainability initiatives on food security in Saudi Arabia's supply chain industry. It highlights the importance of integrating sustainability into supply chain management to enhance food security, with implications for sustainable development stakeholders, professionals, and authorities.Item Guidelines for managing the organic agriculture industry in organic plant types for sustainable growth(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023) Charoenpanich, Pimyada; Pongsiri, Punsavadee; Thawornsujaritkul, ThitiratThe organic agricultural industry in Thailand is a major economic activity that involves a significant population. This study explored the necessary guidelines for effectively managing the industry in a sustainable manner. This study examines the relationship between entrepreneurship, supply chain management (SCM), knowledge management, and innovation management. The study utilized primary data collected from respondents via survey questionnaires. The study also used the smart-PLS to analyse the relationship between variables. The findings indicated a strong and positive connection between entrepreneurship, SCM, knowledge management, and innovation management. The hypothesis test indicated that the size of the industrial business attached equal significance to guidelines for managing the organic agriculture industry for sustainability. The study guides policymakers in developing policies related to enhancing knowledge management and supply chain management using effective entrepreneurial mindsets.Item The competitive advantages of Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis and their determinants(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023) Tamba, I MadeThe strengthening of trade liberalization provides new opportunities and new challenges that farmers and governments must face in the supply chain of Indonesia agricultural commodities in international markets. Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis is one of the five types of fruit designated as the superior fruit of Bali region, which is positioned to be a source of regional and national economic leverage. Market liberalization could lead to significant losses if farmers are unable to make a profit during the main harvest season and their products lack competitiveness. In order to respond to these conditions, this research was conducted with the aim of analyzing (1) the level of innovation in Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis farming and (2) the competitive advantage of Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis and the factors that influence it. The research was conducted in centers of Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis production in the Province of Bali, with a total of 139 respondents among Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis farmers. This study employs a policy analysis matrix (PAM) approach with private cost ratio (PCR) indicators is used to analyze the competitive advantage of Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis. The results showed that, cumulatively, the innovation level of Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis was in the low category. Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis has a competitive advantage in all strata of land area and also in all harvest seasons, so it has a great opportunity to be used as the superior export fruit and classic economic crops that remain competitive for the Bali region. To summarize, the competitive edge of Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis relies on the level of innovation in cultivating, post-harvesting, and marketing Salacca zalacca var. amboinensis.