Strategi Peningkatan Hasil Proses Pemanenan Tandan Buah Segar (TBS) dengan Pendekatan Lean Agriculture di PTPN IV Palmco Regional II Kebun Marjandi

Abstract

This study aims to identify Non Value Added (NVA) activities in the harvesting process of Fresh Fruit Bunches (FFB) and to formulate optimization strategies to enhance operational efficiency and labor productivity. Based on field observations and time study analysis, eight activities were found to contribute no direct value to the product while consuming significant time and resources. Optimization was carried out through process improvement approaches, including the elimination of unnecessary activities, workflow enhancements, the use of motorized tools, and the implementation of digital recordkeeping for harvest results. The implementation results showed a reduction in total harvesting time from 23,560 seconds to 17,360 seconds, reflecting a time efficiency gain of 26.32%. These findings indicate that systematic identification and reduction of NVA activities can improve operational performance and support production targets in the palm oil industry.