Journal Abdimas Paspama Service
Vol. 2 No. 02 (2024): Abdimas Paspama, June 2024

Utilization of water hyacinth plants as a woven craft business opportunity in subdistrict 1 Ilir Palembang city

Citra Iasha (Unknown)
Dian Novita Fajar Sari (Unknown)
Andela Anggleni (Unknown)
Deffi Haryani (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 Feb 2024

Abstract

The reason for community service is because many water hyacinth plants grow massively and fertilely and are underutilized, so assistance is needed so that these plants have added value for the community, especially increasing income. One of the locations where water hyacinth grows in abundance is in the Air area, 1 Ilir Village, Ilir Timur II District, Palembang City, South Sumatra. In this activity, it was introduced that the water hyacinth plant is made into a woven craft which is useful as a business opportunity as an alternative to increasing income. . Methods used Training. and discussion and diffusion of water hyacinth fiber processing technology. The processing processes are: process, making patterns, weaving process, embroidery process, making handles, sewing, finishing. In conclusion, with community service, water hyacinth training can reduce the negative impact of the presence of water hyacinth which can reduce oxygen levels in the water. As well as empowering local communities who are tasked with weaving these crafts. Apart from that, the marketing scope is also getting wider as evidenced by the presence of orders for water hyacinth crafts not only from within the city but from outside the city and even overseas.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

abdimas

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Engineering Public Health

Description

Journal Abdimas Paspama Service is published twice a year, in April and October, by Paspama Institute. Abdimas Paspama publishes articles about community service. Abdimas Paspama Journal accommodates the publication of the results of community service activities carried out by lecturers as a ...