<![CDATA[This community service initiative was conducted in collaboration with the Aiq Ambur Group in Peteluan Indah Village, Lingsar District, West Lombok Regency, aiming to optimize the potential of local catfish through the diversification of value-added products—specifically SALE (Catfish Chili Paste). The partners faced challenges such as reliance on fresh catfish sales, price drops during peak harvest seasons, limited processing and packaging technology, and a market limited to the local area. The program employed a participatory approach involving outreach, training on production and business analysis, the provision of equipment and materials, the application of appropriate technology, mentoring and evaluation, and sustainability strengthening. Key technologies implemented included an 8.5L air fryer, a vacuum sealer, a 100L chest freezer, and a dual-packaging system utilizing food-grade vacuum bags and standing pouches. Results indicate that the partners are now capable of producing SALE more hygienically, operating equipment independently, performing vacuum packaging, calculating business costs, and setting selling prices. Commercial sales have reached 50 packages, with prices set at IDR 25,000 for 100g and IDR 45,000 for 200g. Program monitoring indicates that the product can be stored in a freezer for up to 12 months without artificial preservatives. This activity has strengthened the partners' technical and managerial capacities while creating an alternative revenue stream for times when fresh catfish prices decline.]]>
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