Community Empowerment

Increasing the competency of midwives through credential management training at RSU Islam Harapan Anda, Tegal City

Fitriani Nur Damayanti — 2024-03-26

In the era of globalization, hospitals are required to ensure high performance among midwives in delivering services to the community, particularly to patients. However, a lack of knowledge among midwives regarding midwifery credential management has been noted to impact their performance and the quality of midwifery services within hospitals. The objective of midwifery credential training activities is to enhance the quality of midwifery services at RSU Islam Harapan Anda in Tegal City. This community service initiative engaged 30 midwives from RSU Islam Harapan Anda. The training employed two methods: lectures and practical sessions. Results from the training indicated significant improvements in knowledge levels among midwives (p < 0.05). Consequently, training on credential management through lectures and practical sessions can enhance midwives' understanding of credential management and reinforce their knowledge of competencies and authorities, thus enabling them to provide better midwifery services and improve overall service quality within hospitals.

Efforts to reduce the number of job seekers through entrepreneurship workshops and training on the production of tilapia fish crackers

Sri Yaumi — 2024-03-26

The majority of Ngujungrejo residents earn their livelihoods through farming, primarily producing rice and various types of fish. They typically sell the fish fresh at nearby markets. However, they encounter challenges during periods of abundant harvests, as oversupply leads to price drops and the risk of fish spoilage, especially tilapia. Additionally, there has been a rise in the number of job seekers over the past three years. The goal of this initiative is to enhance residents' entrepreneurial skills and understanding while improving their ability to process harvests into higher-value products. Methods employed include surveys, entrepreneurship workshops, training sessions on producing tilapia fish crackers, and evaluation. The outcome of this effort has been a 60% increase in knowledge and understanding of entrepreneurship and a 75% improvement in skills related to tilapia fish production. This growth is anticipated to empower participants to establish home-based industries, consequently reducing the number of job seekers in the area.

Efforts to stimulate PWMD patients through psychotherapy based on media craft activities

Sri Wahyuningsih — 2024-03-26

People with mental disorders often face health challenges and are at risk of social isolation, highlighting the importance of appropriate treatment to enhance their quality of life. The objective of this initiative is to improve the quality of life and foster independence among patients with mental disorders (ODGJ) through psychotherapy in the form of handicraft activities. The program is conducted collaboratively by the community service team and the Omben Sampang Community Health Center team. It involves providing hands-on training and direct guidance to ODGJ patients in creating tote bag paintings and shibori batik. As a result of this activity, ODGJ patients exhibit positive developments in both their quality of life and their ability to engage in daily activities independently. These outcomes serve as a foundation for the development of effective treatment programs for individuals with mental disorders.

Counseling on making dragon fruit skin ginger powder drink 'JAKUNA'

Sinta Ratna Dewi — 2024-03-26

Dragon fruit skin ginger powder drink is a nutritious beverage that combines the health benefits of ginger and dragon fruit. This blend results in a drink packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and other essential nutrients. Ginger is renowned for its anti-inflammatory properties and immune-boosting effects, while dragon fruit is rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidant compounds. The objective of this initiative is to promote the utilization of red ginger and dragon fruit peel in creating processed healthy beverages. It aims to enhance community knowledge and skills in transforming ginger and dragon fruit peel into nutritious drinks, as well as to create entrepreneurial opportunities within the community. The approach involves providing counseling sessions. As a result of this activity, there has been an emergence of ideas and motivation in producing JAKUNA instant powder drinks, following increased training subsequent to counseling on the production of such beverages.

Young scientists science camp STEM-based as an effort to increase the competency of students in the Zainul Hasan Genggong Islamic boarding school

Ahmad Taufiq — 2024-03-26

The aim of this service is to increase the competency of students in the Zainul Hasan Genggong Islamic Boarding School, especially in the field of science. The method used in implementing this activity includes three stages, namely field survey and preparation, Young Scientists Science Camp activities, and the monitoring stage. Selected students are given training in selecting relevant research topics, involved in research in university laboratories, and guided in the preparation of scientific papers. Through this stage, participants are given hands-on training in scientific research and the use of technology. The output of this activity is in the form of 1 scientific article which was presented at the international scientific forum International Conference on Advanced Technology and Multidiscipline (ICATAM). Through this activity, it is hoped that participants' skills in research, use of technology and software will increase. Apart from that, participants can have insight into preparing scientific papers. This program is expected to contribute to improving participants' critical and creative thinking abilities, which are important aspects in facing changes in the industrial revolution 4.0. So this Young Scientists Science Camp program will make a valuable contribution in preparing the young generation with relevant skills for a future that is increasingly influenced by technology and global change.

Bye-Bye Dementia: Prevent dementia in the elderly with brain gym

Nourmayansa Vidya Anggraini — 2024-03-27

Elderly individuals often encounter various health issues, including mental and psychological decline such as dementia. One solution to address this is through brain gym therapy. The aim of this community service is to enhance the knowledge of the elderly regarding dementia, improve their ability to perform brain gym exercises, and observe the effects on their blood pressure levels. Counseling and interventions were conducted with 25 participants aged over 45 years residing in RT 03/RW 05, Limo Village, Depok. Educational methods included lectures, distribution of educational leaflets, and demonstrations of brain gym. This service successfully increased the elderly's knowledge about dementia, with the majority scoring between 51-100, comprising 14 individuals (56%). Additionally, there was a decrease in the average systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels.

Efforts to improve excellent service for Surakarta police speech therapy officers through organizational communication training

Saelan Saelan — 2024-03-27

The main problem in organizations is ineffective communication. What we don't realize is how many organizational problems are getting more and more complicated day by day, especially human problems themselves which continue to be the main challenges that every management device must face. Important points in behavior in an organization with all the motives and desires to be achieved must be understood broadly and deeply to achieve excellent service. There are some employees who do not communicate well, which can make the service at the agency less than satisfactory. The aim of this community service activity is that participants are able to practice communication in providing excellent service. Method of community service by means of lectures, discussions and excellent service practices. As a result of this training, participants were able to practice organizational communication in excellent service with a score of 92.80.

Spiritual parenting for the community of Tanjung Dayang Selatan Village, Ogan Ilir Regency

Yulasteriyani Yulasteriyani — 2024-03-27

The laws on child protection and the national education system outline the roles and responsibilities of parents towards their children. However, the reality in Indonesia, particularly in rural areas, reveals that many parents still neglect their children's education and spiritual development, leading to high rates of school dropout and moral decline among children. The objective of community service program is to impart an understanding of Islamic spiritual parenting concepts to the target audience, enabling its application within the community. This community service initiative comprises three main agendas: pre-test, socialization or counseling sessions on family sociology and spiritual parenting, and post-test evaluations. The results of the activity demonstrated a 33% increase in participants' knowledge after engaging in spiritual parenting discussions.

Training on the implementation and evaluation of the merdeka curriculum for kindergarten teachers in Tangerang City

Fitria Budi Utami — 2024-03-27

One of the obstacles faced by teachers is the lack of adequate training and support from the government regarding the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum. Even though teachers have a crucial role in the success of curriculum development, including in the implications and evaluation steps. This empowerment aims to make a positive contribution to improving the quality of education at the kindergarten level, by the objectives of the Merdeka Curriculum which prioritizes freedom and responsiveness in the learning process. This community service method takes the form of merdeka curriculum implementation training and is packaged in the form of a workshop on December 28, 2023. Participants in this activity are kindergarten teachers in Tangerang consisting of 20 participants from Al Wildan Islamic School. The results of this community service received a positive response and a high level of satisfaction from the participants. This shows that the workshop was successful in providing insight, practical experience, and significant scientific improvement.

Participation in monitoring the 2024 election through election monitoring agencies

Mahyudin Mahyudin — 2024-03-27

Election observers, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Muhammadiyah University of Buton, accredited as an election monitoring institution in Baubau City. The purpose of this election monitoring activity is to ensure that the general election runs smoothly. The method used in this activity is coordination and supervision. The result of this service is that the February 14 2024 voting will not only be a busy time for election participants and election organizers. Election monitoring institutions are also busy with consolidation and training agendas for preparation before going into the field to monitor election implementation. The work of election observers is not only during voting at polling stations. Election observers begin to supervise the election process from the moment the election stage begins. Observers ensure that election organizers carry out all stages and schedules according to what has been determined. Meanwhile, during voting, observers supervise the implementation of voting from the time the polling station opens until it closes. Monitoring is carried out, among other things, regarding voting procedures, vote recapitulation results, including recording findings of suspected fraud, such as money politics and intimidation of voters.

Empowering sagon MSMEs through e-commerce education to support tourism in Magelang

Nur Hidayatulloh — 2024-03-27

Culinary tourism serves as a strategic approach for the development of tourism in Magelang Regency, contributing to the realization of sustainable tourism. The growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is intertwined with the progress of the tourism industry in Magelang, emphasizing the crucial role of MSMEs in utilizing online media for effective promotion and product sales. This communtiny service aims to empower the Sagon Mbah Moel traditional food situated in Mantenan hamlet, Mertoyudan, Magelang, facilitating an increase in sales and promotion through digital marketing. The implementation method for this service activity is structured in two phases: preparation and execution. The service spanned approximately two months, with a primary focus on digital marketing training and the development of appealing product packaging. The outcomes include enhanced capacity and quality for Sagon Mbah Moel MSMEs. The positive impact of this service activity is evident in the initiation of product promotions and sales through digital marketing channels, as well as the improvement of product packaging and the maintenance of several production equipment.

Training and development of flipbook learning resources for Master Bimbel in Malang Regency

Fitria Khasanah — 2024-03-31

Master Tutoring aims to help students study at home since the Covid-19 pandemic, when learning at school had to be done online. To realize innovative guidance, there is a system for using learning media, control cards for student progress reports, and regular learning evaluations for tutoring teachers. Apart from that, Master Tutoring plans to package teaching materials that will attract students' interest so that they are more motivated in learning. Thus, the aim of the IndoMS Serving activity is to improve the ability of Master Bimbel tutors in packaging teaching materials in the form of flipbook learning resources. The method used is Master Bimbel tutor training activities, which are carried out in several stages, including: 1) coordination, 2) training on the use of Canva and Heyzine, and 3) flipbook development. The results of this activity show an increase in the knowledge and skills of Master Bimbel tutors in developing teaching materials in the form of flipbook learning resources, which have been applied to Master Bimbel students.

Optimizing tourism potential and community empowerment in Krambilsawit Village, Gunung Kidul

Eko Haryanto — 2024-03-31

Krambilsawit Village is one of the villages in Saptosari District, Gunung Kidul, categorized as extremely poor despite its tourism potential. Additionally, issues with accessibility, water resources, and electricity render Kambilsawit Village disadvantaged. The aim of this community service is to enhance the capacity of human resources in Kambilsawit Village while implementing appropriate technology to develop local tourism potential. The service took place at the Bedalo Hamlet Hall on Sunday, November 5, 2023, with 15 members of the Pokdarwis Karya Samudra participating in the training. Implementation methods included socialization, training, and counseling on tourism management and awareness, as well as assistance in implementing appropriate technology (TTG). Participants demonstrated high enthusiasm, stating that the activity was highly beneficial and helped broaden their perspectives. The TTG application, comprising a gazebo constructed from natural materials, solar panels, quisdisc, and social media for local tourism development, addressed local issues such as electricity availability, tourism management, and visitor influx, achieving a 100% success rate.

Improving students' literacy and numeracy skills at Sekolah Dasar Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City

Rimayasi Rimayasi — 2024-03-31

This community service activity is based on the low numeracy and literacy skills of students at SD Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City. The aim of this service is to explore and enhance students' literacy and numeracy skills. The participants in this PKM activity were students from SD Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City. This service activity takes the form of tutoring, which aims to improve and familiarize children with literacy and numeracy. The activity is implemented in three stages: the planning stage, implementation stage, and evaluation stage. The result of this service is a comprehensive and structured numeracy and literacy program at SD Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City. The implementation of the program is aligned with three stages: habituation, development, and learning. Using a learning-through-play model and learning media, students' numeracy and literacy skills both inside and outside the classroom can significantly influence the development of their respective talents and skills.

Enhancing teacher capacity and parental engagement during the covid-19 pandemic at ABA Kindergarten

Resti Yulianti Sutrisno — 2024-03-31

The Covid-19 pandemic necessitates teachers to be creative in conducting learning. Based on preliminary studies, the problem faced by ABA Kindergarten is the lack of teacher ability in creating attractive and innovative online teaching media. Additionally, forums for parents are still limited regarding how to prepare for safe learning in the pandemic era. The aim of this service is to enhance teacher capacity in creating online teaching media and increase knowledge in preparing for safe offline (face-to-face) learning during the pandemic. The service methods used include: 1) workshop on making online teaching media for teachers, and 2) parenting seminar for parents, teachers, and cadres. The results of the first program showed an increase in teachers' abilities in creating online teaching media, with all participants being able to create online learning videos and upload it to YouTube. The results of the second program revealed good knowledge regarding preparation for offline learning, with an average posttest score for health preparation (77.8), nutritional preparation (94.4), and anticipating gadget addiction (94.4).

Oyster mushroom baglog crushing machine to support a circular economy in the Omah Jamur Ungaran

Nur Islahudin — 2024-03-31

Omah Jamur Ungaran is one of the businesses engaged in oyster mushroom cultivation, facing challenges with the waste from the oyster mushroom cultivation process. Baglog waste can be crushed using a baglog crusher machine, which separates the growing medium from its packaging. The aim of this community service project is to provide a solution by creating a baglog crusher machine to enhance production capacity and improve the efficiency of the process. This project has resulted in a baglog crusher machine designed to crush baglog waste, which can then be used to produce processed products such as briquettes. The machine is powered by an electric motor, thereby increasing the efficiency of the baglog waste crushing process.

Introduction of construction planning with building information modeling (BIM) technology systems at SMK 26 Jakarta

Parwadi Moengin — 2024-03-31

The construction industry is undergoing significant transformation in the era of globalization and technological advancements, particularly with the implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM) systems. Accelerating the implementation of BIM in Indonesia requires collaboration among various parties, including academia, practitioners, and institutions. Therefore, it is crucial for students to learn about BIM to prepare a competent and adaptable workforce for the future development of construction technology. The aim of this activity is to enhance understanding of the importance of introducing construction planning with BIM technology systems to students at SMK Negeri 26 Jakarta, in preparation for them to become ready-to-use workforce in the construction industry, which is increasingly oriented towards information technology. The implementation method involves delivering material sessions followed by questionnaire sessions to assess the level of understanding among students. The results of this activity indicate that 26 students (53.1%) are very proficient in this subject, 19 students (38.8%) are categorized as proficient, and 4 students (8.2%) are categorized as adequately proficient.

Surveyor and dasawisma training in housing database collection in Kampung Rawa Village

Wahyu Sejati — 2024-03-31

The Kampung Rawa sub-district is part of an initiative aimed at enhancing the quality of settlements by structuring integrated residential areas. It is known as one of the most densely populated sub-districts, with a population density of 68,956.67 people/km2. The surveyor and Dasawisma training program aims to equip participants with knowledge on collecting data about backlogs and uninhabitable houses (RTLH) based on building reliability, thereby minimizing errors during implementation. Data collection involves visiting residents' homes to assess building conditions and completing a form integrated with the Jakarta Satu website. The outcome of this training is an improvement in the knowledge and skills of surveyors and Dasawisma in conducting backlog and building reliability surveys in the field. The training also resulted in the development of a module as a reference guide for surveyors in assessing building reliability.

Entrepreneurship training and assistance for group businesses in Karangploso District, Malang Regency

Bambang Yudi Ariadi — 2024-03-31

BUMDes (Village-Owned Enterprises) and KWT (Women's Farmers' Groups) in villages play a crucial role in fostering rural economic growth. Therefore, it is essential to bolster the entrepreneurial spirit among members of these groups. Community service activities conducted in Karangploso District, Malang Regency, aim to enhance the management capacity of BUMDes and KWT through training and mentoring approaches. The training targeted the chairpersons of BUMDes in Bocek Village and the leaders of KWT from all villages in Karangploso District. Training materials covered entrepreneurial motivation, business management, and product marketing. Post-training support was provided through the establishment of a social media group for consultation and discussion on group business activities. Topics included initiating new businesses, digital marketing, and business accounting. Ongoing mentoring activities were facilitated through social media and site visits as necessary. The outcome of this training and mentoring initiative was an increase in entrepreneurial motivation among participants. This heightened motivation translated into proactive identification and pursuit of business opportunities, generation of new product or service ideas, and enhanced participation in developing skills and knowledge related to business management, marketing, and finance.

Empowering educators through STEM and local wisdom-infused learning with lesson study at SMAIT Al-Fityan Kubu Raya

Dedeh Kurniasih — 2024-03-31

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) is an approach to learning in schools, including SMAIT Al-Fityan Kubu Raya. However, the school faces challenges in implementing STEM due to a lack of understanding and experience among teachers and the utilization of local wisdom. This community service program aims to assist SMAIT Al-Fityan Kubu Raya in designing STEM-based learning by integrating local wisdom through lesson study. The method used consists of four stages: 1) preparation, 2) socialization, 3) training and guidance for implementation, and 4) monitoring and evaluation. The results obtained from this program indicate that: 1) 92% consider STEM as something new, 2) 80% find the material easy to understand, 3) 75% believe there is suitability and interest among teachers in applying local wisdom-based STEM, and 4) 67% of teachers feel they are not yet able to implement STEM in their teaching. Participant understanding levels fall into the very good category with an N-Gain of 0.83. Therefore, the lesson study approach can enhance teachers' skills in designing and implementing chemistry learning by integrating STEM with local wisdom from West Kalimantan.

Maximizing public service through a humanistic communication approach

Ainal Fitri — 2024-03-31

Optimal public service by an institution is closely tied to effective communication practices. However, at the West Aceh Police, the desire to maximize public services is impeded by communication problems between police officers and the public during service provision. This issue has prompted community service activities aimed at enhancing public services by improving communication skills, particularly through a humanistic approach. The training involved 30 members of the West Aceh Police and utilized various methods such as lectures, discussions, basic communication techniques training, and public speaking exercises. The objective was to identify communication shortcomings in service provision, evaluate them based on participants' experiences, and rectify them to enhance performance. Results revealed that participants frequently encountered communication failures with the public and had yet to fully implement a humanistic communication approach. However, the training significantly improved participants' ability to analyze and reflect on communication failures, empowering them to devise their own solutions.

Enhancing media literacy to prevent violence against women and children in PC ‘Aisyiyah Ngampilan

Adhianty Nurjanah — 2024-03-31

Pimpinan Cabang Aisyiyah (PCA) Ngampilan, at the Law and Human Rights Council, emphasized studies with a gender perspective that are in accordance with Islamic values, focusing on preventing violence against women and children. Community service is conducted to enhance media literacy related to preventing violence against women and children at PCA Ngampilan. This service aims to augment knowledge and provide assistance to PCA Ngampilan and the community regarding the protection of women and children using an Islamic approach. Activities involve socialization and content creation training about the importance of protecting women and children. This activity resulted in an 85% increase in knowledge about preventing violence against women and children.

Education on acne and cosmetic knowledge for adolescents at SMK Rise Kedawung

Nur Rahmi Hidayati — 2024-03-31

Acne occurs due to the presence of S. Aureus bacteria, when the oil glands in the skin are too active, acne usually appears on the surface of the skin of the face, neck, chest, and back. Therefore, antibacterials are needed to overcome this, which can be obtained from chemicals or traditional plants. The aim of this community service program is to provide education to students at Rise Kedawung Vocational School about acne on teenage skin and training to check cosmetics registration using the BPOM Mobile application. This activity is carried out by providing material about acne starting from understanding acne, the causes of acne, traditional plants that have antibacterial activity, chemicals that have antibacterial activity, and how to check BPOM registration. The pre-test and post-test results showed an increase in participants' understanding regarding acne, acne medication, and checking cosmetic registration from 87% to 96%.

Playing the self-adventure board game to increase adolescents' self-esteem

Desi Desi — 2024-04-10

Competition in the field of education to become excellent, accredited, and favored has an impact on students. Indirectly, to maintain their ranking status, schools generally design various dense academic and non-academic programs, requiring students to give special attention and energy. On the other hand, parents nowadays also tend to have a competitive spirit burdened on their children. One age group particularly susceptible to this situation is teenagers. Exposure to pressure inversely proportional to students' abilities will result in them experiencing low self-esteem (LSE), which if left unaddressed, can lead to depressive and even suicidal conditions. To address LSE, a therapy called "self-adventure" board game therapy is established. This community service activity aims to improve the self-esteem of students at Satya Wacana Christian High School in Salatiga. Therapy is conducted on 57 students who are indicated to have LSE through scoring on the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) questionnaire. Therapy is conducted in four sessions with a group system. At the end of the sessions, all participants entered the category of high self-esteem scores. This means that playing the self-adventure game is an effective medium for resolving LSE issues.

Counseling on balanced nutrition 'isi piringku' to prevent stunting in toddlers aged 1-5 years

Imardiani Imardiani — 2024-03-31

Toddlers are a vulnerable group affected by child nutrition issues, one of which is stunting. Stunting is a condition where a child experiences growth impairment, resulting in their height not matching their age due to chronic nutritional problems, specifically prolonged nutrient deficiency. Stunting is caused by two factors: the history of exclusive breastfeeding and maternal knowledge about nutrition. This community service activity aims to increase public knowledge about balanced nutrition guidelines through the "isi piringku" campaign. The activity is carried out using educational methods, utilizing posters and leaflets as aids for 55 participants. The results of the activity show an increase in knowledge after the "isi piringku" campaign, where before the campaign, the level of good knowledge was only 9.09% and increased to 81.82%.

Education on detection of dangerous additives in foods for elementary school students in Bogor

Esti Mulatsari — 2024-03-31

Elementary school children generally start to be able to choose the foods they want. However, when selecting foods, they tend to choose visually appealing, inexpensive, and easily accessible foods without considering their nutritional content. This makes elementary school children vulnerable to health problems due to unhealthy snacks. The aim of this community service activity is to increase students' knowledge about dangerous snacks and how to detect them, provide examples of healthy alternatives from medicinal plants, and practice making food and drinks from medicinal plants. This educational activity is conducted at Athalla Cendekia Elementary School in Bogor. The method used in this community service activity is delivering materials and practicing the detection of additives such as rhodamine-b, formalin, and borax in several snack food samples around the school. Some of the snack foods tested include sausages, meatballs, sauces, fried tofu, fried meatballs, jelly, and sweetened condensed milk. Testing is carried out using reagent kits, and all 6th-grade students (25 students) are actively involved in the implementation process. Food and drink processing are conducted through direct practice in the manufacturing process and direct practice in the planting process of medicinal plants. The results of the activity show that the training proceeds attractively, with each child recording the test results in a testing booklet and being able to present the test results. Some foods tested positive for containing formalin, while some tested negative. With this education and training on detecting additives, students' knowledge increases as they can identify the types of foods containing harmful additives in the tested samples.

Exploration of the toponymy of Terentang Village, West Bangka as an effort to preserve culture

Figo Dwi Apriadi — 2024-03-31

The issue at hand is the low level of knowledge among the community regarding the origin of Terentang Village. The objective of this community service program is to establish toponyms and educate the community about the background of Terentang Village while uncovering its cultural potential. The activities are conducted through educational outreach methods. The outcome of this program is the exploration of toponyms that reveal the origins of several place names, such as hamlets, rivers, and hills. Through a name, the origin story of a region can be transformed into cultural heritage worth preserving. Additionally, the community's knowledge regarding the origins of their area is also enhanced.

Empowerment of coffee farmers in Gunung Manik Village through intercropping of honey bee (apis mellifera)

Aan Kunaedi — 2024-04-10

The potential for utilizing the natural resources of Gunung Manik Village remains largely untapped. Abundant natural commodities such as coffee, cloves, cardamom, and others are available. Utilizing land through intercropping in coffee plantations provides dual benefits for farmers, including beekeeping of Apis Mellifera species. The goal of community empowerment is to develop the natural potential through honey cultivation found in the forests of Gunung Manik Village. The method used involves workshops for training in beekeeping management, honey harvesting, and the transfer of Apis Mellifera forest bee colonies into honey bee cultivation boxes in coffee plantations. The outcome of this activity is an increase in the understanding and skills of residents in harvesting forest honey and transferring bee colonies into cultivation boxes.

MSME branding training for coastal communities

Rizki Martadinata — 2024-03-31

Coastal areas not only serve as the economic hub for local communities engaged in fishing but also for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Due to their geographic proximity to the sea, coastal communities involved in MSMEs face some challenges in marketing their products, thus limiting their market reach. One of the hurdles experienced by coastal communities is a lack of understanding of technology usage in digital marketing. The objective of this community service is to educate MSMEs in coastal areas about product branding. The method employed involves providing training sessions. By the end of the program, MSME operators will have designed logos for their products and can begin transitioning to online sales.

Production of G0 potato seeds from in vitro cultured plantlets

Jajang Supriatna — 2024-03-31

Good quality seeds are needed to produce potato tubers that have high quantity and quality. Seed availability needs to be supported by propagation techniques through in vitro culture. The purpose of this technical note is to provide information regarding the production stages of G0 potato seeds from in vitro cultured plantlets. Data searches were carried out from January 23 to February 24 2023 at CV. Bumi Agro Technology, Kertawangi Village, Cisarua District, Kabupaten Bandung Barat. Data was obtained from observations, field practice, discussions and interviews, as well as literature studies. The results of the data search obtained information on the production stages of G0 potato seeds, which consist of : management of plantlets originating from the IPB PPSHB Laboratory, acclimatization, transplanting, mini cuttings, land preparation, transplanting mini cuttings, maintenance including fertilizing, watering, replanting, controlling plant pest organisms, as well as harvesting and post-harvest. The results of these stages produce G0 potato seeds which are ready to be planted to produce G1 potato tubers or used as a source of explants in in vitro culture.