International Journal of Community Service Learning
Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): August

Empowering Farmers in Sragen Through Solar Energy for Sustainable Hydroponic Melon and Biofloc Catfish Cultivation

Dwiana Hendrawati (Politeknik Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Indonesia)
Kurnianingsih (Politeknik Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Indonesia)
Nur Fatowil Aulia (Politeknik Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Indonesia)
Mardinawati (Politeknik Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Indonesia)
Wyati Saddewisasi (Universitas Semarang, Semarang, Indonesia)
Anis Roihatin (Politeknik Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Aug 2025

Abstract

Microenterprises in rural areas face significant challenges due to reliance on unstable conventional electricity, which directly impacts crop failure and low productivity in hydroponic melon cultivation and biofloc catfish farming. Energy instability disrupts nutrient circulation and water oxygenation, hindering the sustainability of agricultural and aquaculture operations. This community service project aims to examine the effectiveness of integrating renewable energy technology through the implementation of a Solar Water Pump (SWP) system in enhancing production efficiency and the sustainability of microenterprises in agriculture. The study employed a qualitative descriptive approach with a case study design. The subjects comprised two main groups: 10 farmers from the Sumber Tani Group and 10 aquaculture practitioners. Data were collected through field observations, in-depth interviews, documentation, and focus group discussions, guided by structured observation and interview instruments. Thematic analysis was applied, including stages of identification, coding, and interpretation of key issues emerging during program implementation. The findings indicate improved production system efficiency, reduced risk of crop failure, and higher operational cost efficiency following the adoption of SWP technology. These results highlight the potential of solar energy technology to strengthen the resilience of microenterprises in agriculture and aquaculture.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJCSL

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance Environmental Science Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

Description

International Journal of Community Service Learning is a scientific journal Community Service published by Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha. This journal is published 4 times a year, ie in February, May, August, and November. The article was published on the results of community service related to ...