Correlation Between Export Volume and Training Recipients: Strengthening E-commerce in the Agricultural Sector

Abstract This study examines the correlation between export volume and training recipients in Indonesia using Pearson correlation analysis. Results indicate a moderate positive correlation coefficient of 0.5225, significant at the 0.05 level with a p-value of 0.0015, based on data from all 34 provinces. This suggests that increased training enhances export capabilities, highlighting the importance of human capital development for economic performance. Despite only 0.85% of e-commerce businesses reaching international markets, significant potential exists for growth. Strengthening e-commerce through training and mentoring is crucial for enabling local businesses to navigate international trade complexities and improve digital competencies. In the agricultural sector, e-commerce integration improves supply chain efficiency and market access, benefiting producers and consumers. Initiatives like Gojek’s GoShop and Grab’s GrabMart demonstrate growing integration, yet food, beverages, and agricultural products only account for 5.37% of e-commerce trade volume, indicating growth potential. The link between employment absorption and e-commerce income shows that digital platform expansion creates job opportunities, contributing to higher household incomes and economic stability. Income from e-commerce in the agricultural sector is mainly generated by small businesses earning less than IDR 300 million, while large enterprises are limited. Additionally, the 2022 e-commerce workforce distribution reveals regional disparities, with the highest concentrations in economic hubs like West Java and East Java, underscoring the need for targeted support to develop e-commerce capabilities in less developed areas.