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Strengthening Farmers’ Skills in Sustainable Land Management in Marga Cinta Village, Moramo District, South Konawe Regency Sahindomi Bana; La Ode Muhammad Erif; Ema Hermawati Garusu; Wa Ode Hastiani Fahidu; Wa Ode Nanang Trisna Dewi; Alfirman
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat
Publisher : Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Asia Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32815/jpm.v7i1.2856

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Purpose: Conventional farming practices that rely heavily on inorganic fertilizers have contributed to soil degradation and declining land productivity in many rural areas. This community service program was implemented to strengthen farmers’ capacity in adopting sustainable land-management practices that restore soil health and support long-term agricultural productivity. Method: The program employed contextual agricultural extension combined with Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) to explore farmers’ perceptions, challenges, and existing practices. This was followed by an intensive two-month coaching period involving weekly field visits, hands-on training, and collaborative development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and group action plans for sustainable land management. The final stage consisted of systematic monitoring and evaluation to assess skill acquisition, behavioral change, and adoption levels among partner farmer groups. Practical Applications: The program facilitated the joint production and application of organic fertilizer using locally available crop residues. This activity served as both a practical demonstration of sustainable nutrient management and an alternative to residue burning, which commonly contributes to soil degradation. Conclusion: Findings show that many farmers lacked knowledge regarding soil quality, particularly the role of organic matter in maintaining soil fertility. Through capacity building, hands-on training, and participatory learning, the program successfully enhanced farmers’ awareness, skills, and commitment to improving soil health. The results indicate that strengthened ecological literacy can support the transition toward more sustainable and productive farming systems within the partner community.
Education on the Use of Biopore Infiltration Holes for Flood Prevention at SDN 100 Kendari, Kambu Village, Kambu District, Southeast Sulawesi La Ode Siwi; Ridwan Adi Surya; Wa Ode Hastiani Fahidu; Ema Hermawati Garusu; Abdul Manan; La Ode Muhammad Erif; Lies Indriyani; Sahindomi Bana; La Gandri; Muhammad Saleh Qadri
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat
Publisher : Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Asia Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32815/jpm.v7i1.2874

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Purpose: This program aimed to enhance elementary students’ understanding of biopore infiltration holes as a low-cost solution for mitigating waterlogging and addressing inadequate drainage at SDN 100 Kendari. Method: The intervention combined interactive lectures, live demonstrations, hands-on construction, and guided discussions. Learning outcomes were evaluated using standardized pre-test and post-test instruments. Practical Applications: The activity enabled students to construct functional biopores that improve groundwater absorption, reduce surface runoff, and facilitate organic waste management, providing a replicable framework for school-based environmental management. Conclusion: Student comprehension significantly increased from 10–20% to 80–90%. These results demonstrate that participatory environmental education effectively fosters ecological literacy and supports localized flood mitigation in urban school settings.
Co-Authors Abdul Manan Abdul Manan Abdul Manan Abigael Kabe Adi Karya AGUS SETIAWAN Agusrinal Alamsyah Flamin Albasri Alfirman Aminuddin Mane Kandari, Aminuddin Mane Amrin, Muhammad Arfiani Arniawati Asramid Yasin Asramid Yasin Asramid Yasin Asramid Yasin Asrianti Arif Azmi, Aulia Ulil Bana, Sahindomi Darwin Ismail Davik DEWI FITRIANI Dewi, Wa Ode Nanang Trisna Eka Rahmatiah Tuwu Eka Rahmatiah Tuwu Eka Rahmatiah Tuwu Ema Hermawati Garusu Ema Hermawati Garusu Fahidu, Wa Ode Hastiani Febriyanti, Wa Ode Iin Gandri, La Garusu, Ema Hermawati Hasani, Umar Ode Hidayat, Herlan Ifrianty Ifrianty Indriayani, Lies Inka Dwiyanti Ira Ryski Wahyuni Isabela, Isabela Jamal, Fahrezi Jimi Purnama Putra S Junartin Teke Junartin Teke Jusman Saribadu; Dahlan Kahirun, Kahirun Kasim, Safril Koty, Agnes Trixsy La Aba La Aba La Baco S La Baco Sudia La Ode Ahmad Nur Ramadhan La Ode Ahmad Nur Ramadhan La Ode Ahmad Nur Ramadhan La Ode Midi La Ode Midi La Ode Midi La Ode Midi, La Ode La Ode Siwi La Ode Siwi La Ode Siwi Lalu Darwite Laode Sabaruddin Laxmi Lestari Febriant Pitaloka Lies Indriyani Lukman Yunus, Lukman Mandala, Marga Mariana Zainun Mubarokah, Umi Muhammad Saleh Qadri Muhammad Saleh Qadri Muhsimin Muhsimin, Muhsimin Mustaqiim Nabilah Al Fadiyah Wahid Ode Nasaruddin Nasaruddin Nindi Darmayanti Nurhayati Hadjar Nurul Izzat Amaliah Nurwiwin Nurwiwin Oky Oktaviani Salydin Qadri, Muhammad Saleh Ramadhan Tosepu Reichen, Stella Ridwan Adi Surya Rohmaniar, Puspa Dila Rudia, La Ode Adi Parman Ruslin Ruslin Safril Kasim Sahindomi Bana Sani, Muhamad Bilal SITTI LEOMO Sitti Nurmayang Sari Siwi, La Ode Surya Cipta Ramadhan Kete Surya Cipta Ramadhan Kete Surya Cipta Ramdhan Kete Syawal, Anugrah Sahri Teke, Junartin Terry Pakki; Husna Tuwu, Eka Vivi Fitriani Wa Alimuna Wa Ode Hastiani Fahidu Wa Ode Lasmi Putri M Wa Ode Nanang Trisna Dewi Wa Ode Risna Juhanda S Wa Ode Siti Nur Alam Wahyuni, Ira Ryski Warti Juraiti Wiwin Rahmawati Nurdin Zulkarnain