THE MANAGEMENT OF DUCK SUPPLY CHAIN USING LOCAL RESOURCES FOR COST REDUCTION AND INCOME ENHANCEMENT OF FARMERS IN YALA PROVINCE

Abstract

The research study on “The Management of Duck Supply Chain using Local Resources for Cost Reduction and Income Enhancement of Farmers in Yala Province” aims to investigate the management approach of the duck supply chain utilizing local resources and aiming to an increase of income for duck farmers. The study intends to elevate the operational capabilities of duck farming businesses throughout the supply chain for farmers in Yala Province and assess the impact on farmers aiming for at least a 30% increase their income. A variety of research tools were used including literature review, relevant research studies, data surveys, interviews, observations, group discussions, income and expenditure recording forms for duck farming, egg production rate and feeding forms, training session arrangements, cost-reducing duck feed production manuals, collaborative network-building meetings, pre- and post-training knowledge assessments. The outcome of elevating the entrepreneurial capability of duck farmers is that they possess knowledge, skills, and abilities to produce cost-reducing feed using locally available materials. On average, they are able to reduce feed costs by 33.77%. The impact of developing and using cost-reducing feed formulas utilizing local resources has significantly improved the cost-effectiveness of duck egg production. The creation of a network among duck farmers is crucial, as it employs collaborative mechanisms to achieve the objectives and goals of farmers, aiding mutual assistance and building self-reliance. This is for the collective development of duck farming professions, addressing various challenges, enhancing capabilities for self-sustainability, and collectively improving duck farming efficiency towards the goal of enhancing cost reduction capabilities, expanding production, and enlarging markets to meet local demands, leading to increased income generation. Consequently, it is directly benefiting duck farmers by fostering their stability.