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Pemberdayaan Ibu-Ibu Pkk Dengan Urban Farming Melalui Pemanfaatan Lingkungan Rumah Tangga di Rt 36 / Rw 15 Kelurahan Sorosutan Umbulharjo Kota Yogyakarta
2024Eniandari janabadra.ac.id Eni Andari, Muhammad Najmudin, Titi Laras · ADARMA Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas Janabadra · Indonesia (Yogyakarta)
This study describes a community empowerment program for PKK mothers in RT 36 RW 15, Sorosutan Village, Umbulharjo District, Yogyakarta City, Indonesia. The program utilized urban farming through counseling and training to manage and utilize the home environment. The counseling and training are expected to motivate and educate the mothers to practice organic farming.
CommunityDIYFood educationOrganic cyclePENYIAPAN MEDIA BUDIDAYA LELE DUMBO SISTEM BIOFLOK DI KOPRAL BUMILIS (KOLAM TERPAL BULAT MINIMALIS) PERKOTAAN
2024Sri Oetami Madyowati, Achmad Kusyairi, Sumaryam, Muhajir Muhajir, Indra Wirawan, Didik Trisbiantoro, Kejora Handarini, Retnani Rahmiati · indonesian journal of fisheries community empowerment · Indonesia (Surabaya)
This counseling and training activity in Bendul Merisi Village Hall, Wonocolo District, Surabaya, Indonesia, aimed to utilize backyards for Dumbo catfish cultivation in Kopral Bumilis (minimalist round tarpaulin ponds) using a biofloc system. Farmer groups were enthusiastic, particularly regarding high fingerling mortality. Solutions to reduce mortality included preparing biofloc pond water, using 7-9 cm fingerlings, and daily feed control, though open public backyards posed a constraint due to children fishing.
DIYFood educationCommunityPemanfaatan Pekarangan Rumah Untuk Tanaman Jeruk Purut Model KRPL (Kawasan Rumah Pangan Lestari) Di Kel. Turen Kec. Turen Kab. Malang Jawa Timur
2024Ahmad Sofwani, Didik Suprayitno, Diena Widyastuti, Nunuk Hariyani · JURNAL GREEN HOUSE · Indonesia
This study aimed to explore the potential of utilizing home gardens as a Sustainable Food Home Area (KRPL) in Turen Village, Turen District, Malang Regency, East Java, as part of a Community Service Program. The research findings indicated that the utilization of home gardens as KRPL could be a potential solution to enhance food security and community welfare in the region. The article also discussed challenges and opportunities in implementing the KRPL model.
DIYFood sovereignty & justiceWelfareOptimizing yard space for independent food security in Kebonbatur Village
2024Slamet Budirahardjo, Setyoningsih Wibowo · Community Empowerment · Indonesia (Kebonbatur Village)
A community service program in Kebonbatur Village, Indonesia, introduced the BUDIKDAMBER system (fish and vegetable cultivation in buckets) to residents of RT 01 RW III to optimize limited yard space for food security. The program provided training and intensive mentoring on urban farming techniques. This initiative successfully raised residents' awareness and skills in utilizing limited space for self-reliant food security, leading to active participation, satisfaction with harvest results, and new economic opportunities.
DIYFood sovereignty & justiceEconomicsCommunityMenekan Pengeluaran Belanja Harian Sayur Rumah Tangga: Sebuah Pelatihan Pembuatan Media Tanam Sayuran untuk Budidaya Polybag
2024Avisema Sigit Saputro, Efi Nikmatu Solihah · Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Darma Bakti Teuku Umar · Indonesia
A training session on making polybag planting media was held on June 3, 2023, in Sanggrahan, Central Java, for women from PKK RT 05 RW 18. The activity aimed to teach urban agriculture using polybags to address limited land, enabling residents to grow vegetables and reduce household expenses. Participants learned to create planting media from humus soil, compost, and husk charcoal (1:1:1 ratio) for optimal plant growth.
DIYCompostFood educationCommunityEconomicsPemenuhan Pangan Berkelanjutan melalui Pemanfaatan Lahan Pekarangan sebagai Adaptasi Baru Urban Farming di Kota Bandung
2024Tomi Setiawan, Moch Farizy A. Pratama · Jurnal Pengabdian Sosial · Indonesia (Bandung)
This study implemented training and assistance activities for sustainable food supply through the utilization of home gardens as a new adaptation of urban farming in Bandung City. The results showed that community members were very enthusiastic about implementing sustainable food supply activities through garden utilization. Urban farming activities are accepted by the community due to increasing food demand in urban areas.
DIYFood educationCommunityFood sovereignty & justicePerancangan Urban Farming Mengatasi Global Warming Pada Bangunan Suzuya Kota Lhokseumawe
2024Iqbal Rifa’i Berutu, Soraya Masthura Hassan, Dela Andriani · Jurnal Syntax Fusion · Indonesia (Lhokseumawe City)
This abstract discusses how buildings significantly contribute to global warming and environmental degradation throughout their life cycle. It highlights issues such as environmentally unfriendly material selection, energy-inefficient designs, carbon emissions during construction, and habitat damage. The abstract concludes that a more sustainable approach in architecture and construction is necessary to mitigate these negative impacts.
Climate changeDIYOrganic cycleImplementasi Teknologi Tepat Guna Alat Penyiraman Otomatis Sebagai Penunjang Ketahanan Pangan Keluarga Berbasis Pertanian Urban
2024Anggi Indah Yuliana, Achmad Agus Athok Miftachuddin, Rohmat Hidayat, Rindhi Dwi Fibrianti, Erfan Nur Huda, Ziyyana Fitra, Yoga Firmansya · Jumat Informatika Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat · Indonesia
An urban farming support program in the Murukan village community in Indonesia used the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) method to design, manufacture, and implement an automatic watering tool. The program resulted in a 50% improvement in participants' basic knowledge, a 60% improvement in practical abilities, and a 70% improvement in technical skills. Additionally, participant confidence improved by 40%, productivity by 55%, and tool usage efficiency by 65%.
DIYFood sovereignty & justiceFood educationDigital agricultureMitigating Climate Change Towards Livable City (Case: Bandung City, West Java)
2024June Ekawati, Herdi Sofari, Winda Rahmawati, Suci Indah Permata, Edo Setiawan · Journal of Architectural Design and Urbanism · Indonesia (Bandung)
This qualitative-descriptive research explored various problems and impacts of climate change in Bandung City, West Java, Indonesia, as well as community mitigation efforts to reduce carbon emissions and create a livable city, through interviews and field observations in four urban village settlements. The study found several spatial and environmental problems hindering the achievement of a livable Bandung City. Community mitigation efforts included adding and managing green open spaces, independent waste management, managing Buruan sae (urban farming) programs and vertical gardens, creating bio pores and absorption wells, maintaining environmental cleanliness, and establishing collaboration with related institutions.
Climate changeCommunityDIYRevitalization of thematic villages through red ginger cultivation in Mulyorejo Village, Malang City
2024Sufiyanto Sufiyanto, Sari Yuniarti, Pindo Tutuko, Sunarjo Sunarjo, Djoko Andrijono, Ahmad Rivaldi, Erika Elice, Antalita Kirana Putri · Community Empowerment · Indonesia (Malang City)
This community service program aimed to revitalize the Red Ginger Thematic Village in Mulyorejo Village, Malang City, Indonesia, through red ginger cultivation. Methods included outreach, assistance, and improving urban farming facilities. The program successfully enhanced greenhouse function, supported urban farming, and increased the number of successfully cultivated red ginger plants by the local community, contributing to economic recovery and empowerment.
CommunityEconomicsDIYPENINGKATAN PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL PADI BERAS MERAH (Oryza nivara) MELALUI PENAMBAHAN PUPUK NANOSILIKA PADA SISTEM ROOFTOP FARMING
2024Olivia Damayanti Putri, Sutini Sutini, Hadi Suhardjono · Jurnal Agroqua Media Informasi Agronomi dan Budidaya Perairan · Indonesia
This research investigated the effect of nanosilica addition on red rice growth and yield using a factorial randomized block design with two varieties (Pamera, Pamelen) and five nanosilica concentrations. Applying nanosilica colloid at 15 mL L-1 to Pamera and Pamelen varieties increased plant length and tiller number, and accelerated flowering age. However, nanosilica had no effect on harvest age and yield components.
DIYOrganic cycleFood sovereignty & justiceMitigating urban heat island and enhancing indoor thermal comfort using terrace garden
2024Girish Visvanathan, Kailas Patil, Yogesh Suryawanshi, Vishal Meshram, Shrikant Jadhav · Scientific Reports · India (Chennai)
A study conducted in Chennai, India, from April to June 2023, assessed temperature dynamics on a building's terrace by comparing a well-maintained garden area with an exposed region using temperature and humidity sensors. Findings indicated a significant reduction in internal room temperatures in areas with rooftop gardens, ranging from 4 to 11 °C, compared to rooms with fully exposed roof configurations. Simulation studies suggested that optimizing soil beds and plant density could yield an additional 3-4 °C reduction, resulting in an overall difference of up to 14-15 °C.
Climate changeBiodiversityDIYPlant diversity and its use in Javanese urban home garden: An ethnobotanical study in Central Java, Indonesia
2024Salma Ardelia Darmastuti, IRFAN ABU NAZAR, AHMAD DWI SETYAWAN · Asian Journal of Ethnobiology · Indonesia (Surakarta)
An ethnobotanical study in ProKlim RW 16 Banjarsari Village, Surakarta City, Central Java, Indonesia, identified medicinal and food plants in urban home and community gardens. The study found 56 species commonly used by residents for medicinal and food purposes, with lemongrass being the most used medicinal plant and chili the most used food plant. Likert Scale calculations indicated that 90.25% of respondents agreed self-grown food plants are fresher and healthier, and 93.39% agreed more plants reduce air pollution and lower earth temperature.
DIYCommunityBiodiversityHealthYOUNG FARMER MOVEMENT OF MUHAMMADIYAH SIDOARJO BY HYDROPONIC URBAN FARMING
2024A. Miftakhurrohmat, M Abror, Andriani Eko Prihatiningrum · Journal of Social Comunity Services (JSCS) · Indonesia (Sidoarjo)
In the Candi sub-district of Sidoarjo regency, Indonesia, the Muhammadiyah Student Association led a Young Farmer Movement, implementing a community service aimed at introducing and practicing hydroponic urban farming. This initiative addressed basic problems such as lack of knowledge in narrow land hydroponic cultivation, nutrient manufacturing, and product marketing, through counseling, training, practice, and provision of supporting materials. Twenty-five teenagers from the Young Farmers of Muhammadiyah under IPM Sidoarjo Candi participated, applying cultivation technology for yard utilization, AB MIX nutrient creation, and product marketing.
Food educationCommunityDIYBUDIDAYA BUNGA TELANG DAN PENGOLAHAN PASCA PANEN DENGAN DISPLAY PEMASARAN MELALUI SISTEM INFORMASI SMART TELANG DI DESA KALISEGORO GUNUNGPATI SEMARANG
2024Sri Suwarni, Odilia Dea Christina, Harum Sitepu, Elisabeth Leony Regina, Ayu Ina Solichah, Karol Giovani Battista Leki · PROFICIO · Indonesia (Semarang)
In Kalisegoro Gunungpati Village, Semarang City, Indonesia, mothers involved in urban farming and women farmers' groups received guidance on cultivating butterfly pea, post-harvest processing, and online marketing using the Smart Telang information system. This program transformed previously unproductive yards into well-arranged butterfly pea gardens, yielding an average of 1-2 kg of fresh flowers per member per month from October to December 2024. The harvested butterfly pea was dried and processed into "Wedang Telang" for immediate brewing and sale.
DIYCommunityFood educationEconomicsPENGARUH DOSIS DAN WAKTU PEMUPUKAN NPK TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TOMAT PADA MEDIA COCOPEAT
2024Betalia Betalia, Kukuh Hernowo, Tatang Abdurrahman · Jurnal Sains Pertanian Equator · Indonesia
A study conducted from September to November 2023 in Bengkayang Regency, Indonesia, investigated the effect of NPK fertilizer dosage (400 kg/ha, 600 kg/ha, 800 kg/ha) and fertilization time (1 week after planting, 4 weeks after planting, 1 & 4 weeks after planting) on the growth and yield of tomatoes grown in cocopeat media. The study showed that NPK fertilizer dosage and fertilization time did not have a significant effect on the growth and yield of tomatoes in cocopeat media.
DIYEdukasi Urban Farming, Budidaya Sistem Hidroponik, dan Konsep 3R untuk Siswa-Siswa Sekolah Dasar
2024Nunik Lestari, Nurdian, Rezky, Sesilia Putri, Samsuar · Abdi Techno. · Indonesia
A community service program (PKM) for students and teachers at SD Negeri 69 Barru in Indonesia aimed to provide knowledge and skills for cultivating plants through a simple hydroponic system utilizing plastic waste. This program served as part of urban farming and 3R (reduce, reuse, recycle) concept education, creating educational facilities for students. The activity resulted in improved participant knowledge and skills in hydroponics, provided urban farming, hydroponics, and 3R learning facilities for the school, fostered 3R awareness through plastic waste utilization, and created green open spaces for student education.
Food educationDIYOrganic cycleANALISIS KELAYAKAN USAHATANI SAWI PAKCOY (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis) PADA LAHAN URBAN FARMING DI KECAMATAN AMPENAN KOTA MATARAM
2024Ahmad Marzuki, Muhsin Muhsin, Narita Amni Rosadi, Mariana Mariana · JURNAL AGRIMANSION · Indonesia
This descriptive study, conducted in April 2023 with 30 pakcoy farmers in Ampenan District, Mataram City, Indonesia, analyzed the income and feasibility of pakcoy farming in urban agriculture. The average total production cost was Rp. 1,356,627, with an average total revenue of Rp. 3,110,400, resulting in an average income of Rp. 1,753,773. The average B/C Ratio of 2.29 indicates that pakcoy farming in this area is feasible.
EconomicsDIYEnvironmental Greening in Residential Vacant Land: A Community Service Initiative at Griya Muncang Asri Housing, Tasikmalaya City
2024Muhammad Al Mighwar · Community Jurnal Hasil Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat · Indonesia
This community service initiative in Griya Muncang Asri Housing, Tasikmalaya City, Indonesia, focuses on environmental greening of residential vacant land. The project engages residents in transforming unused lots into green spaces through urban gardening, tree planting, and sustainable landscaping. It aims to enhance ecological conservation, aesthetic improvement, and community well-being, while fostering resident participation and education in sustainable land management.
CommunityDIYFood educationPengeloaan Sampah Organik untuk Mendukung Terwujudnya Desa Mandiri Sampah di Desa Pananjung, Kabupaten Pangandaran
2024Lathifah Puji Hastuti, Shabarni Gaffar, Dina Oktavia, Kevin Muhamad Lukman · KREATIF Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Sains dan Teknologi · Indonesia
A community service program was implemented in Pananjung Village, Pangandaran Regency, Indonesia, providing training to homemakers. The program offered instruction on organic waste management through composting and eco-enzyme production, as well as the application of urban farming in limited spaces. Participants learned techniques for processing kitchen waste into compost and eco-enzymes for natural fertilizer, and planting seeds like chili and tomato using recycled materials as planting media. This training aimed to equip participants with practical skills and increase their awareness of waste reduction and the importance of utilizing small plots for food security.
CompostDIYFood educationCommunityFood sovereignty & justiceKitchen Gardening: A Dual Solution for Urban Heat Islands and Nutritional Security in India
2024Ankush Mohapatra, Deven Verma, Sakshi Sharma, Aparnna Rani Swain, Abhishek Singh · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · India
This paper discusses the potential of kitchen gardening as a solution to urban heat island effects and nutritional insecurity caused by urbanization in India. Kitchen gardening contributes to managing the urban heat island effect by moderating temperature extremes through urban vegetation, which reduces energy consumption for air conditioning. It also ensures food security by providing a direct source of fresh produce, aligning with several Sustainable Development Goals.
HealthClimate changeFood sovereignty & justiceDIYPenyuluhan pemanfaatan sumber daya lokal di Dusun Kontar: Pelatihan pembuatan pupuk organik cair dari bonggol pisang (Musa paradisiaca)
2024Anwar Anwar, Haisyah Haisyah, Permi Kabisatio AS., Wiwi Sawira, Aco Iham Belman, Hildawati Hildawati, Muhammad Fahyu Sanjaya · Jurnal Tarreang Tren Pengabdian Masyarakat Agrokompleks · Indonesia
In Kontar Hamlet, Indonesia, a community service team provided counseling and training on processing banana tuber waste into liquid organic fertilizer. This addressed the issue of abundant unused banana stems. As a result, organic fertilizer was produced, approximately 90% of the community understood the concept of liquid organic fertilizer during counseling, and about 80% knew the production process after training.
CompostOrganic cycleCommunityDIYIKM dalam P5 Produk Herbal Halalan Toyyiban dengan Memanfaatkan Taman Sekolah
2024Jamilah Muryati, Naufal Hilmizen, Aris Munandar, Endang Koswara · VISA Journal of Vision and Ideas · Indonesia
This Community Service (PKM) project in Indonesia addressed eye fatigue from prolonged digital device use among teachers and students. The method involved counseling and utilizing school gardens as a data source. Distilled hydrosol water from betel leaves, kecombrang, and jasmine flowers was used for eye drops, while betel leaves, kecombrang, ylang-ylang, and bidara leaves were combined for face mist.
Food educationHealthDIYPemberdayaan Warga Griya Pataruman Asri Berbasis Urban Farming
2024Sopian Alviana, Bobi Kurniawan · Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Tekno. · Indonesia
This community service program aimed to empower residents of Griya Pataruman Asri, Indonesia, through hydroponic urban farming, addressing limited agricultural land in urban areas. The program provided training and understanding of hydroponic technology, and distributed 10 hydroponic kits to residents. This initiative sought to utilize vacant land and enable residents to cultivate crops with limited space.
CommunityDIYFood educationINTRODUCTION TO GRASS JELLY CULTIVATION THROUGH THE URBAN FARMING CONCEOT FOR FAMILY WELFARE AND EMPOWERMENT GROUP OF RW IX, GRIYA BHAYANGKARA
2024Puji Lestari Tarigan, Edi Purnomo Sasongko, Haidar Fari Aditya, Wanti Mindari, Ramadhani Mahendra Kusuma, Fitri Wijayanti · Journal of Community Service · Indonesia (Sidoarjo)
This community service activity in RW IX, Griya Bhayangkara, Sidoarjo, East Java, introduced the cultivation of green grass jelly using urban farming methods like polybags and pots to PKK groups. The aim was to highlight the plant's benefits for digestion, blood sugar, and cancer prevention, and its potential for household-scale processing. The activity, which included lectures and practical sessions, resulted in the distribution of grass jelly plants for care and harvesting, with the PKK group finding them interesting and beneficial for various food preparations.
DIYCommunityWelfareFood education