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Diversification of Chicken Meat-Based Products Through Training on Chicken Floss Production with Banana Blossom Fiber Addition for Strengthening Food Security in Cintaratu Village, Pangandaran Regency Wulansari, Asri; Mutaqin, Bambang Kholiq; Febrianto, Firman; Yuniarti, Endah; Apriani, Rika
Farmers : Journal of Community Services Vol 7, No 2 (2026): Farmers: Journal of Community Services
Publisher : Unpad Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24198/fjcs.v7i2.71912

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Food security in communities can be strengthened through the utilization of local food resources into innovative products with nutritional and economic value. This community service activity aimed to improve the knowledge and skills of PKK members in Cintaratu Village regarding the processing of chicken floss with added banana blossom fiber. The activity was conducted on July 16, 2026, at Universitas Padjadjaran Pangandaran Campus, Cintaratu Village, Pangandaran Regency, involving 39 participants from five hamlets. The methods included initial surveys and discussions, educational sessions, flyer distribution, product-making demonstrations, and evaluation through pre-test and post-test assessments. Data were analyzed descriptively and quantitatively to determine changes in participants’ knowledge. The evaluation results showed increased knowledge regarding chicken floss processing (71.48%), the utilization of banana blossom as an additional ingredient (104.05%), local food diversification based on banana blossom (78.26%), and the purpose of floss processing related to shelf life, nutritional value, and product market value (48.17%). Participants responded positively and considered the product potential as a supplementary food for integrated health posts (PMT Posyandu) and a household business opportunity. This activity contributed to improving local food utilization and supporting food security in Cintaratu Village. Further assistance in product development, packaging improvement, and marketing strategies is needed to ensure sustainable development as a community-based product.
Utilizing Banana Blossom in High-Fiber Chicken Nugget Production to Enhance Family Nutrition in Cintaratu, Pangandaran Yuniarti, Endah; Wulansari, Asri; Apriani, Rika; Mutaqin, Bambang Kholiq; Febrianto, Firman
Farmers : Journal of Community Services Vol 7, No 2 (2026): Farmers: Journal of Community Services
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24198/fjcs.v7i2.72031

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The Utilization of banana blossom in Cintaratu, Pangandaran remains sub-optimal, despite its abundance as a local food resource rich in dietary fiber and essential nutrients. Conversely, commercial nuggets, categorized as Ultra-Processed Food (UPF), are widely consumed despite lacking dietary fiber. This community service program aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of residents in Cintaratu, particularly The PKK’s women group, in processing banana blossom into fiber-rich nuggets to support family nutrition. The methodology adopted a participatory action approach consisting of preparation (material drafting, formulation trial and partner coordination), training (nutrition education, demonstration, and hands-on practice), and evaluating using pre-test and post-test instruments across 10 assesment indicators. The evaluation results revealed a significant improvement in participants’ knowledge and technical skills. Prior to the training, responses were dominated both by “unknowledgeable” and “Moderately Knowledgeable” 44%. Post-training, unknowledgeable categories were completely eliminated, shifting predominantly to “Knowledgeable” (79%) and “Highly Knowledgeable” (16%). This program successfully transformed low-values local produce into a functional, fiber-rich food innovation, improved participants’ hygiene practices, and fostered local entrepreneurship potential in Cintaratu Village.
Optimalisasi Manajemen Peternakan Domba Garut melalui Kegiatan Sosialisasi dan Transfer Pengetahuan kepada Peternak di Pangandaran Wulansari, Asri; Nurmeidiansyah, An An; Yuniarti, Endah; Febrianto, Firman; Mutaqin, Bambang Kholiq
Farmers : Journal of Community Services Vol 7, No 2 (2026): Farmers: Journal of Community Services
Publisher : Unpad Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24198/fjcs.v7i2.71791

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Domba Garut merupakan salah satu plasma nutfah ternak lokal Indonesia yang memiliki kemampuan adaptasi yang baik terhadap lingkungan dengan cuaca panas, sehingga berpotensi untuk dikembangkan di wilayah Pangandaran. Selain memiliki nilai ekonomi dan budaya yang tinggi, domba Garut juga menjadi salah satu ternak unggulan yang perlu didukung dengan penerapan manajemen budidaya yang tepat untuk meningkatkan produktivitas dan kualitas ternak. Oleh karena itu, peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan peternak menjadi faktor penting dalam pengelolaan budidaya domba Garut, terutama pada aspek pemilihan bibit, manajemen pakan, kesehatan, reproduksi, serta sistem pemeliharaan. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk mengoptimalkan manajemen budidaya domba Garut melalui kegiatan sosialisasi dan transfer pengetahuan kepada peternak. Kegiatan dilaksanakan melalui penyampaian materi, diskusi, dan evaluasi pemahaman peserta. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan bahwa kegiatan sosialisasi memberikan capaian pemahaman peserta sebesar 84,2%. Pemahaman tertinggi diperoleh pada aspek seleksi bibit domba berkualitas (89,6%) dan manajemen pemeliharaan domba yang baik (88,4%). Sementara itu, aspek kebutuhan pakan memperoleh capaian terendah (80,0%), sehingga diperlukan penguatan melalui praktik lapangan dan pendampingan teknis. Kegiatan sosialisasi dan transfer pengetahuan mampu meningkatkan pemahaman serta kapasitas peternak dalam menerapkan manajemen budidaya domba Garut yang lebih baik. Pengembangan program pendampingan secara berkelanjutan diperlukan untuk mendukung peningkatan produktivitas dan keberlanjutan budidaya domba Garut di wilayah Pangandaran.