Development of Biomass Charcoal from Goat Dung to Create Added Value for Goat Farmers in Tak Province

Abstract

This research consists purposes were 1. to study customer needs and opinions on the factors that influence the decision to purchase charcoal briquettes made from animal dung 2. to develop biomass charcoal from goat dung to create added value for goat farmers in Tak Province and 3. to compare the level of income from the distribution of biomass products from goat manure before and after the development of farmers. Goat farmers in Tak Province This research used a mixed methods research method. Quantitative research samples are There are 323 people in Tak Province who have the habit of using cooking charcoal for cooking, and the target group for qualitative research is Representatives or personnel of goat farmers, Umphang District Tak Province totaling 20 people, experts in developing and designing biomass charcoal products, totaling 5 people. Tools used in the research include questionnaires, interview forms, and product evaluation forms. Data were analyzed by content analysis. Statistics used in data analysis are mean and standard deviation. The results of this research showed that: 1) People in Tak Province who regularly use charcoal for cooking have a demand for biomass charcoal from goat dung for cooking that could burn for a long time. There are opinions on the factors that influence the decision to purchase charcoal briquettes made from animal dung; they help reduce deforestation, burn for a long time, and do not cause air pollution. They also generate strong, continuous heat without contaminating the air. They are odorless and emit minimal smoke, and cooking meals is convenient. They are available at general stores. The price is similar to ordinary wood charcoal and has very little ash.; 2) biomass charcoal from goat dung developed through the examination of the suitability of biomass charcoal product composition from goat dung is at the highest level; and 3) the income of goat farmers generated from the development of biomass charcoal from goat dung has resulted in an increase in income from the sale of goat dung, accounting for 250 percent.