Analysis of Traditional Coconut Oil Processing at the Household Scale in Rahampuu Village, Kabaena District, Bombana Regency

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Abstract This study aims to analyze the traditional coconut oil processing process at the household scale in Rahampuu Village, Kabaena District, Bombana Regency. The study employed a descriptive method with a case study approach. Data were collected through observation, interviews, recording, and documentation involving one household coconut oil producer. The results showed that coconut oil processing was traditionally carried out using the wet method, with coconut milk as the main raw material. The processing stages consisted of separating coconut meat from the shell, washing, grating, pressing to obtain coconut milk, heating, and filtering the oil. The grating process was assisted by a machine to reduce processing time, while coconut milk extraction was still performed using simple equipment consisting of a cloth bag and a wooden lever. The heating process was carried out using a wood-fired stove, while coconut husks, shells, and coconut pulp were also utilized as fuel. The heating process took approximately 120 minutes and was stopped when the oil had separated from the residue and turned slightly yellowish. The amount of raw material used ranged from 150 to 300 coconuts per production cycle. The findings indicate that traditional coconut oil processing can be maintained at the household scale by utilizing simple equipment and locally available resources. However, process control, particularly during pressing and heating, is important to maintain the yield and quality of the coconut oil produced.

Kata kunci

• Household scale
• Production
• Rahampuu Village
• coconut oil
• traditional processing