Article in Press
1. Development of an Online Livestock Showroom to Enhance the Competitiveness of Local Farmers In Blora
Sri Pantja Madyawati, Imam Mustofa, Pudji Srianto, Ali Saifudin
Abstract
The online livestock showroom development program aims to cut the long livestock distribution chain and create a more objective pricing system, especially for farmers in Blora Regency. The main partners of this activity are local farmers who are members of the Farmer Groups and the Blora Livestock Community. The implementation method of the program involves training, mentoring, and collaboration with the government and the farming community. The results show that the showroomternak.id platform successfully improved marketing efficiency, expanded market access, and provided a more transparent pricing system based on morphometric data. As many as 87% of farmers responded positively to this application, and most were satisfied with the ease and fairness in pricing. However, we must still to address challenges like limited internet access and low technological skills. The recommendations from this program are the expansion of training, the improvement of digital infrastructure, and ongoing support for farmers to maximize their use of technology in the long term.
[Accepted Date: 22 April 2025]
2. Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Makanan Sehat Khas Indonesia: Lomba Kreasi dan Workshop Olahan Tempe
Maria Magdalena Wahyuni Inderawati, Anastasia Tatik Hartanti, Herman Yosef Sutarno, Ronald Sukwadi
Abstract
This community service program aims to empower the community by processing healthy Indonesian food, especially tempeh. Tempeh, a traditional food rich in health benefits, has enormous potential to improve the community's economic welfare. This activity at Unika Atma Jaya Campus 3 in BSD involved the Faculty of Technobiology, Tempe Research & Development Centre, and the Kampung Tempe Ciomas Tourism Village group. Activities include 'the Tempe Processed Creation Competition' and workshops on 'Hygienic Tempe Production' and 'Making Tempe Skincare and Body Scrub.' The competition aimed to increase participants' creativity in processing tempeh into various innovative dishes. Meanwhile, the workshop provided participants with practical knowledge on how to process healthy and hygienic tempeh. As a result of this activity, 25 groups participated in the competition, and 54 participants attended the workshop. The results of this activity are an increase in public understanding of the benefits of tempeh and an increase in consumption and sales of tempeh products in the community. Thus, this program not only contributes to public health but also to the improvement of the local economy through the development of innovative tempeh products.
[Accepted Date: 12 Juni 2025]
3. Penerapan Ergonomi dan Pengelolaan Lingkungan Kerja pada UMKM Wilayah Rawan Polusi (Kubang Raya)
Sri Hardianti, Resy Kumalasari, Yoana Agnesia
Abstract
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) along Jalan Kubang Raya encounter substantial challenges in implementing ergonomic principles and managing workplace environmental conditions. Preliminary observations conducted on 20 MSMEs revealed that 85% of workers engaged in non-ergonomic postures 65% consistently worked in a stooped position, while 45% utilized work tables with suboptimal heights (50-60 cm). Moreover, 90% of workers were directly exposed to ambient air pollution and road traffic noise. This community engagement program was developed to enhance ergonomic awareness and improve workplace environmental conditions through four stages of intervention: (1) observation using the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) method, (2) interactive awareness sessions, (3) hands-on training in simple work tool modifications, and (4) periodic evaluation. The program outcomes demonstrated a significant increase in ergonomic comprehension (from 25% to 82% as measured by pre- and post-tests), a 45% reduction in musculoskeletal pain complaints, and the adoption of safe work practices by 78% of participants. Notably, 65% of the MSMEs independently constructed dust protection devices, contributing to a reduction in pollution exposure by up to 30%. These findings underscore the effectiveness of participatory approaches in promoting occupational health and enhancing productivity in MSMEs operating in high-risk environmental areas. For sustainability, it is recommended to establish local ergonomic cadres and integrate training modules into the programs of the regional Department of Manpower.
[Accepted Date: 13 Juni 2025]
