Abstract:Abstract: Bullying in Indonesian elementary schools continues to pose a significant threat to students' safety and well-being. In order to improve anti-bullying literacy, increase social awareness, and promote a secure…
and welcoming school environment, the "Building a Child-Friendly School Climate: Bullying Prevention Program in Elementary Schools" program was put into place. Thirty-two pupils in grades IV–VI participated in the one-day participatory activity at SDN 010029 Perkebunan Sukaraja Village, Asahan Regency. Ice-breaking, conversation, role-playing, storytelling, poster-making, and introspection were among the techniques employed. A Likert-scale questionnaire evaluation revealed an average overall score of 3.75 (very good category), with material understanding (3.81) and applicability to school life (3.78) showing the greatest signs.Students' awareness, empathy, and bravery in confronting bullying increased, according to qualitative data. The activity's outcomes show that a practical, experience-based approach is successful in fostering a school climate that is kid-friendly and establishing anti-bullying ideals. From a scientific perspective, this program helps primary schools create models of violence prevention and character education that align with the national PPKSP and Child-Friendly Schools regulations. It is hoped that this program will be adopted as a routine school activity.
Keywords: anti-bullying literacy; school climate; bullying; child-friendly schools; elementary education
Abstrak: Perundungan (bullying) di sekolah dasar masih menjadi tantangan serius bagi kesejahteraan dan rasa aman peserta didik di Indonesia. Program Membangun Iklim Sekolah Ramah Anak: Program Pencegahan Perundungan di Sekolah Dasar dilaksanakan untuk memperkuat literasi anti-perundungan, meningkatkan kesadaran sosial, dan menumbuhkan budaya sekolah yang aman serta inklusif. Kegiatan dilaksanakan secara partisipatif selama satu hari di SDN 010029 Desa Perkebunan Sukaraja, Kabupaten Asahan, dengan melibatkan 32 siswa kelas IV–VI. Metode yang digunakan mencakup ice-breaking, diskusi, storytelling, permainan peran, pembuatan poster, dan refleksi. Evaluasi melalui angket skala Likert menunjukkan rata-rata skor keseluruhan sebesar 3,75 (kategori sangat baik), dengan indikator tertinggi pada keterpahaman materi (3,81) dan relevansi dengan kehidupan sekolah (3,78). Data kualitatif memperlihatkan peningkatan kesadaran, empati, dan keberanian siswa menolak perundungan. Hasil kegiatan ini membuktikan bahwa pendekatan berbasis pengalaman langsung efektif dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai anti-perundungan dan memperkuat iklim sekolah yang ramah anak. Secara ilmiah, program ini berkontribusi pada pengembangan model pendidikan karakter dan pencegahan kekerasan di sekolah dasar yang sejalan dengan kebijakan nasional PPKSP dan Sekolah Ramah Anak. Program ini diharapkan diadopsi sebagai kegiatan rutin sekolah. Keterbatasan kegiatan yang dilaksanakan satu hari masih menyisakan ruang untuk penguatan program secara berkelanjutan melalui aktivasi Satgas PPKSP.
Kata kunci: Perundungan; Iklim Sekolah; Sekolah Ramah Anak; Literasi Anti-Perundungan; Pendidikan Dasar
Abstract:Abstract: Pokdakan Tani Makmur in Asahan Regency faced low sales of fresh catfish due to intense price competition in the local market. This community service program aimed to increase the economic value of catfish farming…
ing through product diversification into catfish nuggets and the application of Electronic Customer Relationship Management (E-CRM) as a supporting tool for digital marketing. The activities included socialization, production and packaging training, implementation of social media–based E-CRM, and Break Even Point (BEP) analysis to assess business feasibility. The results showed an improvement in partners’ skills in processing and marketing catfish products. With a monthly production capacity of 30 kg, where 1 kg yields 40 pieces or 10 packs of nuggets priced at IDR 5,000 per pack, partners achieved a monthly turnover of approximately IDR 1,500,000. The BEP analysis indicated an equilibrium point at 100 kg or around three months of operation with fixed costs of IDR 1,500,000. The E-CRM system served as a supporting medium to promote products and expand market visibility, while the main factors driving sales growth were product diversification and improved quality. This activity has implications for enhancing competitiveness and economic independence among small-scale fish farming groups.
Keywords: BEP; catfish nugget; diversification; E-CRM; Pokdakan Tani Makmur
Abstrak: Pokdakan Tani Makmur di Kabupaten Asahan menghadapi permasalahan rendahnya penjualan lele segar akibat tingginya persaingan harga di pasar lokal. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan nilai ekonomi hasil budidaya melalui diversifikasi produk olahan menjadi nugget lele serta penerapan Electronic Customer Relationship Management (E-CRM) sebagai pendukung strategi pemasaran digital. Tahapan pelaksanaan meliputi sosialisasi, pelatihan produksi dan pengemasan, penerapan E-CRM berbasis media sosial, serta analisis Break Even Point (BEP) untuk menilai kelayakan usaha. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan keterampilan mitra dalam produksi dan pemasaran produk olahan. Dengan kapasitas produksi 30 kg per bulan, di mana 1 kg menghasilkan 40 potong atau 10 bungkus nugget dengan harga Rp5.000 per bungkus, mitra memperoleh omzet sekitar Rp1.500.000 per bulan. Analisis BEP menunjukkan titik impas pada 100 kg produksi atau sekitar tiga bulan operasional dengan biaya tetap Rp1.500.000. Penerapan E-CRM berperan mendukung promosi dan memperluas informasi produk, sementara faktor utama peningkatan penjualan berasal dari diversifikasi dan kualitas produk olahan. Kegiatan ini berimplikasi pada peningkatan daya saing dan kemandirian ekonomi kelompok pembudidaya ikan di daerah.
Kata kunci: BEP; diversifikasi; E-CRM; nugget lele; Pokdakan Tani Makmur
Abstract:Abstract: This community service activity aims to strengthen the economy of the Srikandi Women Farmers Group (KWT) in Pekon Srikaton, Adiluwih District, Pringsewu Regency, through the implementation of digital marketing…
and diversification of processed chili products. The main problems of KWT include limited skills in chili processing and low utilization of digital technology for marketing. The method used is Participatory Action Research (PAR), with stages of socialization, chili processing training, digital marketing training, mentoring, and evaluation. The training activities increased the skills of KWT members in processing chili peppers into various products such as chili flakes, chili powder, and chili oil, as well as improving their ability to utilize social media for promotion. The results of the evaluation showed a significant increase in technical skills, entrepreneurial interest, and motivation of members to develop a business based on chili derivative products. This activity has proven to be effective in encouraging the economic independence of women through the use of technology and product innovation.
Keywords: chili; digital marketing; product diversification
Abstrak: Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memperkuat ekonomi Kelompok Wanita Tani (KWT) Srikandi di Pekon Srikaton, Kecamatan Adiluwih, Kabupaten Pringsewu, melalui penerapan digital marketing dan diversifikasi produk olahan cabai. Permasalahan utama mitra meliputi keterbatasan keterampilan dalam pengolahan cabai serta rendahnya pemanfaatan teknologi digital untuk pemasaran. Metode yang digunakan adalah Participatory Action Research (PAR), dengan tahapan sosialisasi, pelatihan pengolahan turunan cabai, pelatihan digital marketing, pendampingan, serta evaluasi. Kegiatan pelatihan menghasilkan peningkatan keterampilan anggota KWT dalam mengolah cabai menjadi berbagai produk seperti bon cabai, cabai bubuk, dan chili oil, serta meningkatkan kemampuan dalam memanfaatkan media sosial untuk promosi. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan dalam kemampuan teknis sebesar 60%, minat berwirausaha, dan motivasi anggota untuk mengembangkan usaha berbasis produk turunan cabai sebesar 20%. Kegiatan ini terbukti efektif dalam mendorong kemandirian ekonomi perempuan melalui pemanfaatan teknologi dan inovasi produk.
Kata kunci: cabai; digital marketing; diversifikasi produk
Abstract:Abstract: The cattle farming community in Branjang Village, Semarang Regency, faces a primary issue of livestock waste accumulation that has not been optimally managed. This condition results in environmental pollution,…
unpleasant odors, and increased dependency on chemical fertilizers and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The main constraints are limited knowledge, skills, and access to waste processing technology. This community service program aims to optimize the utilization of cattle waste as organic fertilizer and alternative energy through the implementation of the Sustainability Techno-Integrated Agrofarm model. The method employed involves a participatory approach through extension, training, consultation, and the application of the appropriate MetaCow technology as a household-scale biogas digester. Program success was evaluated using pre-test and post-test instruments, analyzed by n-gain and paired sample t-test to assess improvements in participants’ knowledge and skills. The results demonstrate a significant enhancement in the community’s ability to process waste into economically valuable organic fertilizer and biogas, while also strengthening the institutional capacity of Sanggar Tani as a center for sustainable agricultural technology learning. This program contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in clean energy, sustainable production, and environmental preservation.
Keywords: biogas; digester; livestock waste; organic fertilizer; sustainable agriculture
Abstrak: Masyarakat peternak sapi di Desa Branjang, Kabupaten Semarang menghadapi permasalahan utama yakni penumpukan limbah ternak yang belum dikelola secara optimal. Hal ini berdampak pada pencemaran lingkungan, munculnya bau tidak sedap, serta meningkatnya ketergantungan akan pupuk kimia serta gas elpiji. Kendala atama adalah karena keterbatasan pengetahuan, keterampilan, serta akses terhadap teknologi pengolahan limbah. Program pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan mengoptimalkan pemanfaatan limbah ternak sapi sebagai pupuk organik dan energi alternatif melalui penerapan model Sustainability Techno-Integrated Agrofarm. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan partisipatif melalui penyuluhan, pelatihan, konsultasi, dan penerapan teknologi tepat guna MetaCow sebagai digester biogas rumah tangga, serta evaluasi keberhasilan melalui pre-test dan post-test yang dianalisis melalui uji n-gain dan paired sample t-test untuk menilai peningkatan tingkat pemahaman serta keterampilan peserta. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan kemampuan masyarakat dalam mengolah limbah menjadi pupuk organik dan biogas yang bernilai ekonomis serta memperkuat kelembagaan Sanggar Tani sebagai pusat pembelajaran teknologi pertanian berkelanjutan. Program ini berkontribusi pada tercapainya tujuan pembangunan berkelanjutan (SDGs) khususnya energi bersih, produksi berkelanjutan, dan pelestarian lingkungan.
Kata kunci: biogas; digester; limbah ternak; pupuk organik; pertanian berkelanjutan
Abstract:Abstract: Preeclampsia is one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in East Lombok Regency. In 2023, 2,689 cases of preeclampsia were recorded among 108,035 pregnant women. Limited competence of midwives in early detection,…
etection, midwifery care, and preventive strategies remains a major challenge. This community service program aimed to improve midwives’ knowledge and skills through a workshop consisting of seminars and case-based learning (CBL). The activity was conducted on August 25, 2025, at the East Lombok District Health Office Hall, involving 35 midwives from 35 primary health centers (34 respondents were analyzed as one participant did not complete the pre- and post-tests). The workshop covered preeclampsia screening, midwifery care, MgSO₄ administration, and the use of local natural resources as preventive strategies. Evaluation using pre- and post-tests showed a significant increase in the mean score from 78.23 to 94.85, with an average improvement of 16.62 points. Notably, 44.1% of participants achieved a perfect score of 100. These findings confirm that interactive and practical workshop approaches effectively enhance midwives’ competencies. Therefore, this program contributes to strengthening primary health care services and supporting maternal mortality reduction efforts in East Lombok.
Keywords: early detection; maternal mortality; midwives competence; preeclampsia; primary health care
Abstrak: Preeklampsia merupakan salah satu penyebab utama tingginya angka kematian ibu di Kabupaten Lombok Timur. Data tahun 2023 menunjukkan terdapat 2.689 kasus preeklampsia dari 108.035 ibu hamil. Keterbatasan kompetensi bidan dalam deteksi dini, asuhan kebidanan, dan pemanfaatan strategi preventif menjadi tantangan utama. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan bidan melalui workshop yang terdiri dari seminar dan praktik berbasis kasus (Case Based Learning/CBL). Kegiatan dilaksanakan pada 25 Agustus 2025 di Aula Dinas Kesehatan Lombok Timur, dengan peserta 35 bidan dari 35 Puskesmas. Materi workshop mencakup skrining preeklampsia, asuhan kebidanan, pemberian MgSO₄, serta pemanfaatan bahan alam lokal sebagai strategi preventif. Evaluasi menggunakan pre-test dan post-test menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan skor rata-rata dari 78,23 menjadi 94,85, dengan rata-rata peningkatan sebesar 16,62 poin. Sebanyak 44,1% peserta mencapai skor sempurna 100. Hasil ini membuktikan bahwa workshop interaktif dan aplikatif efektif meningkatkan kompetensi bidan. Dengan demikian, program ini berkontribusi pada penguatan layanan primer dan upaya penurunan angka kematian ibu di Lombok Timur.
Kata kunci: angka kematian ibu; deteksi dini; kompetensi bidan; pelayanan kesehatan primer; preeclampsia
Abstract:Abstract: The community service program was conducted at Sekolah Kampung Alam in Dutohe Village, Bone Bolango Regency, with the primary objective of enhancing children’s skills, creativity, and ecological awareness through…
ough the utilization of agricultural waste. The main problem faced by the school is the lack of integration of environmental potential into the curriculum, resulting in limited opportunities for children to gain direct experience in processing local resources. The activities were carried out through socialization, teacher and student training, implementation of simple technologies, mentoring, as well as monitoring and evaluation. The training materials included compost production, handicrafts made from agricultural waste such as dried banana leaves and corn husks, and digital promotion through social media platforms. The results of the program indicate improvements in three main aspects. First, teachers and students demonstrated increased knowledge regarding the concepts of ecotourism and waste management. Second, there was a positive shift in attitudes, reflected in stronger environmental concern and higher interest in entrepreneurship. Third, skills in processing agricultural waste developed, although they still require continuous improvement. Furthermore, community involvement contributed to the establishment of a holistic, empowered, and sustainable educational ecosystem. This program underscores the role of Sekolah Kampung Alam as both an environmental-based ecotourism education center and a medium for community empowerment.
Keywords: agricultural waste innovation; community empowerment; educational ecotourism; nature school
Abstrak: Program pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan di Sekolah Kampung Alam Desa Dutohe, Kabupaten Bone Bolango, dengan tujuan meningkatkan keterampilan, kreativitas, dan kesadaran ekologis anak melalui pemanfaatan limbah pertanian. Permasalahan utama sekolah adalah kurangnya integrasi potensi lingkungan ke dalam kurikulum, sehingga anak-anak belum memperoleh pengalaman langsung dalam mengolah sumber daya lokal. Kegiatan dilakukan melalui sosialisasi, pelatihan guru dan siswa, implementasi teknologi sederhana, pendampingan, serta monitoring dan evaluasi. Materi pelatihan meliputi pembuatan pupuk kompos, kerajinan tangan dari limbah pertanian seperti daun pisang kering dan klobot jagung, serta promosi digital melalui media sosial. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pada tiga aspek utama: pengetahuan guru dan siswa meningkat terkait konsep ekowisata dan pengelolaan limbah, sikap menunjukkan perubahan positif berupa kepedulian lingkungan dan minat berwirausaha yang lebih tinggi, serta keterampilan dalam mengolah limbah pertanian berkembang meskipun masih perlu ditingkatkan secara berkelanjutan. Selain itu, keterlibatan masyarakat turut memperkuat terciptanya ekosistem pendidikan yang holistik, berdaya, dan berkelanjutan. Program ini menegaskan peran Sekolah Kampung Kawan Alam sebagai pusat edukasi ekowisata berbasis lingkungan sekaligus media pemberdayaan masyarakat.
Kata kunci: ekowisata edukatif; inovasi limbah pertanian; pemberdayaan masyarakat; sekolah alam
Abstract:Abstract: Pregnancy and toddlerhood are crucial periods that determine a child’s future growth and development. In Wonosari Village, the nutritional intake of pregnant women and toddlers is below the recommended dietary…
y allowance. One of the specific nutritional interventions that can be implemented is the provision of supplementary food (PMT) based on local food. This community service activity aimed to improve the knowledge and skills of posyandu cadres regarding the PMT based on local food for toddlers and pregnant women. The program involved training 40 cadres in the working area of Dalu Sepuluh Health Center, Tanjung Morawa District, Deli Serdang Regency, on May 28, 2025. The training consisted of delivering material on the concept of local food-based PMT and hands-on practice in processing supplementary food. Knowledge was evaluated through pre- and post-tests. Skills were evaluated through observation during processing practices. The results indicated an increase in cadres’ knowledge, with the average score rising from 95.4 to 99.4. Skills also improved, particularly in the accuracy of ingredient measurement and appropriate portion determination. These findings imply that local food-based PMT training can enhance the capacity of posyandu cadres and contribute to strengthening community-based efforts in improving maternal and child nutrition.
Keywords: cadres; PMT; pregnant women; toddlers
Abstrak: Masa kehamilan dan balita merupakan fase penting yang menentukan kualitas tumbuh kembang anak. Di Desa Wonosari, asupan gizi ibu hamil dan balita di bawah angka kecukupan gizi yang dianjurkan, sehingga diperlukan intervensi gizi spesifik melalui PMT berbasis pangan lokal. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan kader posyandu mengenai pengolahan makanan tambahan berbasis pangan lokal untuk balita dan ibu hamil. Metode yang digunakan adalah pelatihan dengan sasaran 40 orang kader posyandu di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Dalu Sepuluh, Kecamatan Tanjung Morawa Kabupaten Deli Serdang. Pelatihan dilaksanakan pada 28 Mei 2025, terdiri dari penyampaian materi tentang PMT berbasis pangan lokal dan praktik pengolahan makanan tambahan untuk balita dan ibu hamil. Evaluasi pengetahuan melalui pre-test dan post-test menggunakan kuesioner. Keterampilan dievaluasi dengan observasi pada saat praktik pengolahan. Pelatihan menghasilkan peningkatan skor pengetahuan kader posyandu dari 95,4 menjadi 99,4, dan peningkatan keterampilan tentang ketepatan penggunaan jumlah bahan pangan dan porsi PMT untuk ibu hamil dan balita.
Kata kunci: balita; ibu hamil; kader; PMT
Abstract:Abstract: Developing tourism villages is a crucial strategy for strengthening local economies, reducing urbanization, and maintaining cultural and environmental sustainability. This concept is increasingly relevant in the…
e era of digital transformation, when tourism villages are required to adapt through technology-based smart tourism approaches, digital promotion, and information services. One area with significant potential is Lembar Selatan Village in West Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara. Surrounded by 70 hectares of mangrove forest, a coastline, marine life, and well-preserved local traditions, the village has the potential to be developed into a coastal ecotourism destination. The Lembar Selatan Ecotourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis) has begun managing tourism based on conservation and environmental education. However, obstacles remain, such as low digital literacy, the lack of an online promotion and reservation system, and limited destination management training. These conditions impact market reach and low tourist visits. Therefore, Community Service (PKM) activities are designed to increase Pokdarwis capacity, strengthen tourism digitalization through websites and promotional media, and encourage local community empowerment. This program is expected to realize inclusive, participatory, and sustainable coastal ecotourism, as well as strengthen the competitiveness and branding of Lembar Selatan Tourism Village.
Keyword: stourism village; tourism digitalization; coastal ecotourism; tourism group (pokdarwis); tourism digitalization; smart tourism; website.
Abstrak: Pengembangan desa wisata merupakan strategi penting untuk memperkuat ekonomi lokal, mengurangi urbanisasi, serta menjaga keberlanjutan budaya dan lingkungan. Konsep ini semakin relevan di era transformasi digital, ketika desa wisata dituntut beradaptasi melalui pendekatan smart tourism berbasis teknologi, promosi digital, dan layanan informasi. Salah satu wilayah yang memiliki potensi besar adalah Desa Lembar Selatan di Kabupaten Lombok Barat, Nusa Tenggara Barat. Desa ini dikelilingi hutan mangrove seluas 70 hektare, garis pantai, biota laut, serta tradisi lokal yang masih terjaga, sehingga potensial dikembangkan menjadi destinasi ekowisata pesisir. Tahapan Metode pelaksanaan PKM dilakukan melalui identifikasi kebutuhan Pokdarwis, pengembangan website sistem informasi wisata, penguatan ekowisata mangrove, pemasangan lampu tenaga surya, penyediaan fasilitas kebersihan, penempatan papan informasi berbasis QR, serta pelatihan penggunaan megaphone untuk mendukung pelayanan wisata serta pelatihan manajement wisata. Kondisi ini berdampak pada rendahnya jangkauan pasar dan kunjungan wisatawan. Untuk itu, kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PKM) dirancang guna meningkatkan kapasitas Pokdarwis, memperkuat digitalisasi pariwisata melalui website dan media promosi, serta mendorong pemberdayaan masyarakat lokal. Program ini diharapkan mewujudkan ekowisata pesisir yang inklusif, partisipatif, berkelanjutan, serta memperkuat daya saing dan branding Desa Wisata Lembar Selatan.
Kata kunci: desa wisata; digitaisasi pariwisata; ekowisata pesisir; pokdarwis; digitalisasi pariwisata; smart tourism; website
Abstract:Abstract: This program aims to transform processed bilih fish products from Lake Singkarak through business digitalization to enhance tourism appeal and increase the added value of local food products. The partner, POKLAHSAR…
HSAR Jaso Danau in Nagari Tikalak, Solok Regency, experienced a 35% decline in sales turnover over the past two years due to limited digital marketing and reliance on conventional sales. In addition, production capacity could only meet about 60% of market demand, with inconsistent product quality caused by the absence of written SOPs. The program was implemented using a participatory approach through stages of socialization, technical training, innovation adoption, and mentoring. The main focus included the development of production SOPs, logbooks and digital bookkeeping, organizational structuring, and digital marketing strategies using websites, QR Codes, and social media. The results revealed significant improvement in five key aspects: business recording, production, distribution, branding, and digital marketing. The average score increased from 2.7 (fair) in 2024 to 4.0 (good) in 2025, with the highest achievement in business recording and digital marketing through the activation of an official website and marketplace integration. This transformation demonstrates that digitalization of local food MSMEs not only improves product quality and consistency but also expands distribution channels, strengthens competitiveness, and supports the achievement of the SDGs, particularly women’s empowerment, poverty alleviation, economic growth, and sustainable consumption and production.
Keywords: bilih fish, MSME digitalization, women empowerment, digital marketing, lake singkarak
Abstrak: Program ini bertujuan mentransformasi produk olahan ikan bilih khas Danau Singkarak melalui digitalisasi usaha guna meningkatkan daya tarik wisata dan nilai tambah pangan lokal. Mitra kegiatan adalah POKLAHSAR Jaso Danau di Nagari Tikalak, Kabupaten Solok, yang mengalami penurunan omzet hingga 35% dalam dua tahun terakhir akibat keterbatasan pemasaran digital dan masih mengandalkan penjualan konvensional. Selain itu, kapasitas produksi hanya mampu memenuhi sekitar 60% permintaan pasar, dengan kualitas produk sering tidak konsisten karena ketiadaan SOP tertulis. Kegiatan dilaksanakan dengan pendekatan partisipatif melalui tahapan sosialisasi, pelatihan teknis, penerapan inovasi, dan pendampingan. Fokus utama meliputi penyusunan SOP produksi, logbook dan pembukuan digital, pembentukan struktur organisasi, serta strategi pemasaran berbasis website, QR Code, dan media sosial. Hasil menunjukkan peningkatan keterampilan signifikan pada lima aspek utama: pencatatan usaha, produksi, distribusi, branding, dan pemasaran digital. Skor rata-rata naik dari 2,7 (cukup) pada 2024 menjadi 4,0 (baik) pada 2025, dengan capaian terbesar pada pencatatan usaha dan pemasaran digital melalui aktivasi website resmi dan integrasi marketplace. Transformasi ini membuktikan bahwa digitalisasi UMKM pangan lokal tidak hanya memperbaiki kualitas dan konsistensi produk, tetapi juga memperluas distribusi, memperkuat daya saing, serta mendukung pencapaian SDGs, khususnya pemberdayaan perempuan, pengentasan kemiskinan, pertumbuhan ekonomi, dan konsumsi-produksi berkelanjutan.
Kata Kunci: ikan bilih, digitalisasi UMKM, pemberdayaan perempuan, pemasaran digital, danau singkarak
Abstract:Abstract: This community service activity was motivated by the drying problems of emping melinjo in Perbaungan District, Serdang Bedagai Regency, which still relies on sunlight. This traditional method has many limitations…
ns as it depends on weather conditions, requires 2–3 days, and produces products that are less hygienic and inconsistent in quality. The purpose of this activity is to provide a solution through mentoring and training in the use of the electric emping melinjo dryer (KEPINGJO) so that partners are able to operate the equipment and increase production capacity. The implementation method includes several stages: preparation, technology socialization, training, trials, evaluation, and mentoring. The results show that the partners actively participated and were able to operate the equipment independently. The use of the electric dryer resulted in a reduction from 1 kg to 0.64 kg within 1 hour at a temperature of 55 °C, which is much faster than the traditional drying method that takes 2–3 days. In addition, the moisture content of emping melinjo, initially 29% in the wet condition, decreased to 9.5% after the drying process using the electric dryer. The final product is more hygienic, evenly dried, and has a longer shelf life. The application of the KEPINGJO electric dryer has proven to increase productivity, product quality, and household income while strengthening the role of universities in delivering appropriate technological innovations.
Keywords: dryer; melinjo; empowerment; training; food self-sufficiency
Abstrak: Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilatarbelakangi oleh permasalahan pengeringan emping melinjo di Kecamatan Perbaungan, Kabupaten Serdang Bedagai, yang masih mengandalkan sinar matahari. Metode tersebut memiliki banyak keterbatasan karena bergantung pada cuaca, membutuhkan waktu 2–3 hari, serta menghasilkan produk yang kurang higienis dan tidak seragam. Tujuan kegiatan adalah memberikan solusi melalui pendampingan dan pelatihan penggunaan alat pengering elektrik emping melinjo (KEPINGJO) agar mitra mampu mengoperasikan dan meningkatkan kapasitas produksi. Metode pelaksanaan meliputi tahap persiapan, sosialisasi teknologi, pelatihan, uji coba, serta evaluasi dan pendampingan. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan mitra aktif berpartisipasi dan mampu menggunakan alat secara mandiri. Penggunaan alat pengering elektrik memperlihatkan penyusutan dari 1 kg menjadi 0,64 kg dalam waktu 1 jam pada suhu 55 °C, jauh lebih cepat dibanding metode tradisional 2–3 hari. Selain itu, kadar air emping melinjo yang semula sebesar 29% pada kondisi basah menurun menjadi 9,5% setelah proses pengeringan menggunakan alat pengering elektrik. Produk yang dihasilkan lebih higienis, kering merata, dan memiliki daya simpan lebih lama. Penerapan pengering elektrik KEPINGJO terbukti meningkatkan produktivitas, kualitas, serta pendapatan rumah tangga, sekaligus memperkuat kontribusi perguruan tinggi dalam menghadirkan inovasi tepat guna.
Kata kunci: alat pengering; melinjo; pemberdayaan; pelatihan; kemandirian pangan