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EMPOWERING FARMERS THROUGH THE UTILIZATION OF OWL HOUSE INNOVATION (RUBUHA) IN CONTROLLING RICE FIELD RAT PESTS FOR FOOD SECURITY Setia Budi; Lukman; Eva Wardah
International Review of Practical Innovation, Technology and Green Energy (IRPITAGE) Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): November 2025 - February 2026
Publisher : RADJA PUBLIKA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19449391

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Rat (Rattus spp.) pest infestations are a major constraint to rice productivity in Pidie Jaya Regency, Aceh, with potential losses reaching 60–70% and even crop failure. Conventional methods currently used by farmers, such as chemical rodenticides and electric traps, have proven ineffective in the long term and have negative ecological impacts. This Community Service (PKM) activity introduced the Owl House (RUBUHA) innovation as a sustainable biological control approach by involving farmer groups in Meurah Dua Sub District. The implementation method includes five stages: socialization, theoretical and practical training (30%–70%), application of RUBUHA in demonstration plots, intensive mentoring, and development of sustainability strategies. Evaluation of farmer knowledge was conducted through pre- and post-tests, while productivity impacts were measured based on harvest data before and after technology implementation. The implementation results showed an increase in rice productivity from 6.1 tons/ha to 7.2 tons/ha, with an estimated additional income of IDR 5–6 million/ha. Farmers' knowledge and skills increased by 70%, indicating the success of learning-by-doing-based technology transfer. In addition to economic benefits, the implementation of RUBUHA also reduces the use of chemical rodenticides, thus positively impacting the environment. The results of this PKM are not only relevant in supporting local food security and farmer welfare but also align with the achievement of the SDGs. Replication Innovation Rubuha to other regions is recommended as part of a community-based Integrated Pest Management strategy.
BUSINESS FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS AND ECONOMIC COMPARISON OF CONVENTIONAL AND HYDROPONIC PAK CHOI CULTIVATION IN NORTH ACEH REGENCY Lukman; Nelly Fridayanti
International Journal of Economic, Business, Accounting, Agriculture Management and Sharia Administration (IJEBAS) Vol. 6 No. 5 (2026): October (ON-PROGRESS)
Publisher : CV. Radja Publika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.22309898

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This study aims to analyze and compare the productivity, profitability, and business feasibility (Break-Even Point and R/C Ratio) between conventional and Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) hydroponic pak choi cultivation systems on a controlled land area in North Aceh Regency. A comparative experimental method was utilized with a medium-term investment projection spanning 36 months (3 years). The results demonstrate that the hydroponic system yielded a fresh weight of 246 g/plant (a 290.48% increase compared to the conventional method). Financially, the hydroponic system recorded a net profit of IDR 1,310,824/cycle with an R/C Ratio of 1.18 and reached its Payback Period in the 13th cycle. Conversely, the conventional system generated a net profit of IDR 385,000/cycle with an R/C Ratio of 1.10. The production volume BEP analysis revealed that the hydroponic system (465.07 kg) maintains a higher risk safety buffer (14.98%) than the conventional system (268.33 kg; 8.73%). Cumulatively, the hydroponic system boosts medium-term profitability by 141.28%, establishing it as a highly prospective agribusiness model for lowland regions.