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All Journal Jurnal Pendidikan Teknologi dan Kejuruan SPEKTRUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah (PLS) JTEV (Jurnal Teknik Elektro dan Vokasional Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan dan Pembelajaran Jurnal Pendidikan Teknologi Informasi dan Vokasional CONSEN: Indonesian Journal of Community Services and Engagement
Fernandes, Erik
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Empowering Farming Communities through the Application of Appropriate Technology in the Rice Polishing Machine in Koto Padang Village Dharmasraya Regency Ardi, Junil; Fernandes, Erik; Irzal, Irzal; Primawati, Primawati; Dasa Putri, Lili
SPEKTRUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah (PLS) Vol 14, No 1 (2026): SPEKTRUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah (PLS): Publishing Februari 2026
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/spektrumpls.v14i1.137808

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This community service program aims to empower rice farmers in Koto Padang Village, Dharmasraya Regency, through the application of appropriate technology in the form of a rice polishing machine (polisher). The main problems faced by farmers were the absence of local polishing facilities and dependence on rice milling units in neighboring villages, which increased transportation costs, processing time, and reduced product quality. The implementation method used a participatory technology approach involving lecturers, students, and the Rawang Bintungan Farmers Group. The activity consisted of several stages: field survey, problem identification, machine design using SolidWorks, fabrication, testing, training, and handover. The machine, driven by a 7 HP motor, has a working capacity of 300–500 kg/hour with 90–95% milling efficiency. Results show that the machine reduced operating costs by up to 30% and increased rice yield quality and polishing efficiency compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, 90% of the trained participants were able to operate and maintain the machine independently. This program demonstrates that collaborative innovation between universities and local communities can strengthen food security and farmer independence through sustainable technology transfer.
Co-Authors ., Waskito Andri, Suci Ardi, Junil Darwin, Widya Deswina, Melri ilham yuliady Irzal, Irzal Jusmardi Lili Dasa Putri Nanda, Iffarial Primawati Primawati, Primawati Rahmadani Rahmadani Syahril Syahril Yogi Dian Alfana Yuliady, Ilham Zulfadli Zulfadli