Dewi Anggraeni
Fakultas Tarbiyah dan Ilmu Keguruan Universitas Islam Negeri K.H. Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan

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Polybag Water Spinach Farming Training to Improve Community Food Resilience Ahmad Luthfi Hidayatur Rohman; Dewi Anggraeni
ENGAGEMENT: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): Community Empowerment and Services
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58355/engagement.v5i3.208

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Land use changes and economic needs pose challenges for the Rowolaku village community in maintaining family food security. To address these challenges, training on polybag-based kale cultivation was conducted for women members of the Family Welfare Movement (PKK). Using a Service-Learning method based on the Experiential Learning concept, 30 PKK women from non-farming backgrounds were actively involved in the training process, from preparing the planting medium, planting kale seeds, caring for them, and harvesting. The training results showed that the participants experienced an increase in their understanding and skills in kale cultivation. After three weeks, participants reported good kale plant growth with an average height of 15-20 cm. Challenges such as air access and pest control remain. The economic and social impacts of this training include utilizing the harvest for family consumption and additional income, as well as strengthening relationships among PKK members. The sustainability program is supported by the formation of farmer groups and ongoing mentoring. This training is expected to improve food security and economic empowerment in Rowolaku Village and serve as a model that can be applied to other villages facing similar challenges.