<![CDATA[Stunting is a growth disorder in children that occurs due to long-term nutritional deficiencies, repeated infections, and a lack of psychosocial stimulation, resulting in a child's height being below the standard based on height-for-age indicators. This condition is a health problem that requires attention because it can increase the risk of health problems, reduce the quality of life, and even affect children's physical and cognitive development in the future. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the Supplementary Feeding Program (PMT) in preventing stunting in Plintahan Village, Pandaan District, Pasuruan Regency using descriptive research methods. The results show that based on the five indicators of program effectiveness, the indicator of targeting accuracy has been implemented well because PMT recipients are determined based on the results of monitoring the nutritional status of toddlers, so that assistance is provided to children in need. In the indicator of program understanding, some people still do not have an adequate understanding of the importance of PMT as an effort to prevent stunting. Furthermore, the indicator of timeliness has been met because Posyandu activities and PMT provision are carried out routinely every month according to a predetermined schedule. The indicator of goal achievement shows that program implementation has supported efforts to improve the nutritional status of toddlers through the provision of PMT on an ongoing basis. Meanwhile, in the real change indicator, there is an improvement in the nutritional condition of toddlers receiving benefits after receiving PMT in the form of nutritious food, milk, eggs, and vitamins, which are provided routinely in every Posyandu activity.]]>
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