The technology contribution analysis on crude palm oil industry in Jambi Province

Abstract

The objective of this research was to analysis the technology contribution coefficient (TCC) on crude palm oil industry in Jambi Province. This research was conducted in several steps i.e. determination of the research object, assessment of technology components, analysis of experimental data (tabulation of data, estimation the degree of sophisticated, analysis the state-of-the-art for technology components, calculation of technology component contribution, calculation of contribution intensity), and calculation of technology contribution coefficient (TCC). The research obtained 0,590 TCC value for PT. Sumbertama Nusa Pertiwi Bakrie Sumatra Plantation Tbk. Palm Oil Mill and 0,585 TCC value for PSB II Bunut PT. Perkebunan Nusantara VI (Persero) Palm Oil Mill. The both of values indicated the level of technology in the crude palm oil industry on Jambi Province based on a qualitative assessment of TCC interval are in good classification and based on the level of technology is at the level of semi-modern technology.