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This research aims to explore the role of soil microorganisms in improving soil fertility and agricultural productivity to support sustainable agriculture. Using the literature review method, various scientific literatures were analyzed to identify the potential, challenges, and optimization strategies of microorganism technology. Microorganisms such as Nitrobacter, Streptomyces sp. and Trichoderma sp. play significant roles in nitrogen cycling, organic matter decomposition and plant pathogen control. In addition to naturally improving soil nutrition, these microorganisms also support agricultural efficiency by reducing dependence on synthetic chemical fertilizers and pesticides.  However, the adoption of this technology faces obstacles, such as farmers' lack of knowledge and limited access to quality products. Therefore, strategic steps are needed in the form of training programs, extension, and policy development to support the implementation of microorganism-based technologies. In the context of climate change, microorganisms also contribute to greenhouse gas mitigation and increase crop tolerance to abiotic stress. The results of this study emphasize the importance of microorganisms as a sustainable solution to the challenges of modern agriculture, as well as the need for collaboration between various parties to increase the capacity of farmers in implementing this technology.   

This study aims to analyze the strategy of developing oil palm plantation business in Andabia Village, Anggaberi District, Konawe Regency. The number of research samples was 26 people. To answer the research objectives using SWOT analysis. The strategy implemented by farmers in developing oil palm business in Andabia Village is in quadrant 1 (one), which is a situation where oil palm farmers have internal strength and also have many opportunities. Therefore, oil palm farmers must use and utilize their internal strengths to the maximum and take advantage of existing opportunities. The right strategy is to use strength to take advantage of large long-term opportunities, namely with an aggressive strategy.

This community service aims to improve the quality of goat farming in Semarang City, especially at Ciliwung Farm. This activity focuses on two main aspects, namely building design development training and management training. Building design training emphasizes designing pens that meet goat health, comfort and productivity standards. Aspects such as ventilation, lighting, materials and cage layout are the main focus in this training. Meanwhile, management training is aimed at improving farmers' skills in managing the sales and marketing of goat products. Training materials cover marketing strategies, product development and financial management. It is hoped that through this activity, farmers at Ciliwung Farm can improve the quality of their products, expand their marketing network, and ultimately increase their income. The results of this community service show an increase in the knowledge and skills of breeders in designing good pens and managing goat farming businesses more effectively.

The aim of this activity is to provide understanding to buffalo breeders regarding the importance of implementing biosecurity in preventing disease transmission in livestock, increase breeders' awareness of biosecurity measures that must be taken in the livestock environment, and equip breeders with practical knowledge about ways to prevent disease through implementation of biosecurity. This activity was carried out using an outreach method involving the community and the Head of Syota Hamlet and his staff. The methods used in this activity are: Material Presentation and Interactive Discussion. Some common biosecurity applications are access control, animal movement control, cleanliness and sanitation, waste management, health monitoring and vaccination. This socialization activity was successfully attended by around 35 people in the program target area. Most breeders showed an increased understanding of the importance of implementing biosecurity after following the socialization. Farmers claim to be ready to implement biosecurity measures such as quarantining new livestock, managing livestock waste, and providing good sanitation in the livestock environment. Some farmers also asked for further assistance regarding more specific biosecurity implementation, such as how to properly vaccinate livestock. In this socialization, several biosecurity measures were emphasized to be applied to buffalo livestock, including: quarantine of new livestock, cleanliness of pens and the environment, prevention through vaccination, waste management, protection of workers and visitors.

The purpose of this research is to analyze the income of cucumber farming and analyze the effect of the use of chemical fertilizers on cucumber farming income in Duriasi Village, Wonggeduku District, Konawe Regency. Sample determination was carried out by census. Where in Duriaasi Village there are 21 cucumber farmers. The analysis uses the income analysis formula and multiple non-linear regression with the equation transformed in linear form or in the form of the Cobb-Douglas function. Based on the results of research on respondent farmers who manage cucumber farming in Duriaasi Village, it can be concluded that the income obtained from cucumber farming in Duriaasi Village, Wongeduku District is Rp. 93,271,329,- with an average per Ha of Rp. 15,414,749 ,-. Based on the individual production factors, the influence of the variables SP36 fertilizer (X2) and KCL fertilizer (X4) have a significant effect on income (Y), a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05 is obtained as well as urea fertilizer (X1) and ponska fertilizer (X3). has no significant effect on income (Y), so a significant value of 0.000>0.05 is obtained. The coefficient of determination value symbolized R2 is 0.89

The type of research in this study is a qualitative research method with description format, while the data collection techniques in this study are: observation, interviews, documentation. Then the data analysis techniques used is data collection, data reduction and conclusion drawing. Informants namely: Department of Industry and Trade of Sinjai Regency, Secretary of Bonto Tengnga Village, Market Traders of Sinjai Village. Tengnga, Bonto Tengnga Village Market Traders, buyers, Bonto Tengnga Village Community. Tengnga Village Community. The results of research on the Effectiveness of the Use of the Village People's Market Bonto Tengnga in Sinjai Borong sub-district, in terms of the number of traders and stalls concluded that the number of traders selling is around 10 people while the available kiosks are 12 but only one kiosk is used. there are 12 but only one kiosk is used. In terms of buyer interest in the People's Market Bonto Tengnga People's Market is still lacking buyers due to the market schedule which is close to the markets in Sorong. with the markets in Sinjai Borong, as well as the lack of income of the surrounding community, most of whom work as shopkeepers. surrounding communities who mostly work as farmers. In terms of Constraints and Obstacles to the Management of the People's Market, the regulation of traders in buying and selling in the market because sometimes the fields do not follow the rules of the market. in the market because sometimes the fields do not follow the government regulations that have been determined and the traders prefer to follow the regulations. government regulations that have been determined and traders prefer to sell in front of the market because they assume that buyers are buyers. because they think that buyers are always in front and do not keep the market clean. market cleanliness.

This training was held in Pulau Harapan Village. Pulau Harapan Village is a village that has potential in rubber plantations. Most of its people live from rubber farming. In terms of income, people usually get paid from rubber farming once a week. People tend to find it difficult to manage their finances, which they think they only get a little from rubber farming and most of them only work as rubber farmers without any other jobs that produce income. In addition, rubber production is also not very good because most rubber farmers themselves do not understand the science of rubber production management. The purpose of implementing this community service activity is to provide knowledge to rubber farmers about financial management and rubber production management. The training was held for one day. From this training, it was discovered about the obstacles in the training, the results of the training obtained from the discussion and pre-test and post-test stated that rubber farmers had begun to understand about managing finances and understanding rubber production management. The results of this community service can be used as an initial step for further assistance to rubber farmer groups in Pulau Harapan Village.

This study explores the factors influencing coffee cultivation and its impact on farmers' income in Jenetallasa Village. The research applies qualitative methods through semi-structured interviews with 30 coffee farmers and 3 coffee traders. Key factors such as land area, capital, labor, and environmental conditions are analyzed. The findings reveal that these factors significantly influence coffee yield and farmer income. The study highlights the necessity of improving agricultural practices and marketing strategies to enhance farmers' economic stability.

Digitalization has become a crucial element in various sectors, including livestock farming. This article explores the optimization of digital marketing to enhance economic potential and minimize social disparities among farmers in Sumberdem Village, Wonosari District, Malang Regency. The majority of the village's residents work as livestock farmers, particularly goat farmers. However, there is a gap between younger farmers who have adopted modern technologies and others who have not. Through outreach programs and videography competitions, farmers were educated on business management, animal health, and digital marketing strategies. This approach aims to empower farmers to utilize technology for expanding market networks, improving productivity, and reducing economic disparities. The results of this program indicate increased digital skills among the community, the creation of more attractive livestock business branding, and more inclusive economic opportunities. By optimizing sustainable natural resources, this program is expected to comprehensively support the welfare of the Sumberdem Village community.

Agriculture plays a crucial role in Indonesia's economy and food security, with subsidized fertilizers being a vital component in supporting productivity and the quality of harvests. The subsidized fertilizer policy, as regulated in Minister of Agriculture Regulation No. 01 of 2024, aims to ensure the targeted distribution of fertilizers. However, issues related to distribution and the misuse of subsidized fertilizers remain significant challenges. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the subsidized fertilizer distribution policy in Jombang Regency based on Minister of Agriculture Regulation No. 01 of 2024. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the research gathered data through interviews with informants, observations, and documentation at the Agriculture Office of Jombang Regency. The findings show that although the e-RDKK system has improved farmers' access to subsidized fertilizers, administrative barriers and distribution delays remain major issues. Uneven distribution coverage and the misallocation of fertilizers in several areas reduce the policy's effectiveness. Improvements in distribution management and stricter supervision are necessary to ensure the sustainability of the agricultural sector and food security in Jombang Regency. The distribution of subsidized fertilizers in Jombang Regency needs to be improved through more intensive education for farmers and simplification of administrative procedures.

Diversification of agricultural products is one strategy to increase the added value and competitiveness of local commodities. Avocado (Persea americana) is a tropical fruit that is rich in nutrients, such as healthy fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals. However, the use of avocados in Indonesia is still limited to fresh consumption and simple processing. This research aims to develop an innovative product in the form of avocado-based sponge cake as an effort to diversify agricultural products. The method used includes organoleptic testing. The research results show that the use of avocado in making sponge cake can improve the soft texture, distinctive aroma, color and unique taste. Organoleptic tests show a good level of consumer acceptance with an average score of above 50% in the aspects of taste, color and texture. Apart from that, nutritional analysis shows that avocado cake has a higher content of healthy fats and fiber than conventional cake. Implementation of this product has the potential to open up new market opportunities and provide added value for local avocado farmers.

This study analyzes the relationship between social and ecological aspects of agricultural activities in Bonthula Village, Gorontalo Regency. Most of the community relies on maize cultivation as the main commodity, but diversification into perennial crops such as nutmeg, durian, rambutan, cloves, coconut, cocoa, and avocado is also practiced tomaintain soil balance and increase income. The community's ecological awareness is reflected in their understanding of the benefits of perennial crops in improving soil fertility, maintaining moisture, and preventing degradation caused by monoculture maize. The village government supports these practices through perennial crop seed assistance programs aimed at promoting ecosystem sustainability and improving farmers' welfare. This research adopts a descriptive approach with data triangulation from interviews, observations, and document studies. The analysis reveals that the integration of perennial crop diversification and local policy support positively impacts the socio-economic and ecological aspects of Bonthula Village. This community-based agricultural management model can serve as a reference for implementing sustainable practices in other regions facing similar challenges.

Effective agricultural waste management has a huge potential to increase community productivity and income. Agricultural waste, often considered a problem, can be processed into valuable resources such as organic fertilizer, biogas, and animal feed. By utilizing organic fertilizer from agricultural waste, soil fertility can be enhanced and dependence on chemical fertilizers can be reduced, thus contributing to increased crop yields. Biogas produced from the fermentation process of waste can be used as an alternative energy source, which in turn can reduce operational costs and increase income. Moreover, animal feed derived from agricultural waste can improve the quality and quantity of livestock production, which also contributes to changes in the income of livestock farmers. Additionally, good agricultural waste management can reduce environmental pollution and improve public health. Therefore, it is important to raise awareness and knowledge among the community about sustainable agricultural waste management practices. This needs to be complemented by adequate infrastructure and training so that waste can be processed into resources that benefit everyone.    

This study aims to analyze the feasibility of beef cattle farming in the Perbaungan area, North Sumatra, and to develop sustainable business development strategies. The approaches used include financial, technical, and market analysis, with data collected through field surveys, interviews with farmers, and secondary data analysis. The results of the study indicate that the beef cattle farming business in this location is economically feasible with a significant level of profit. Recommended development strategies include optimizing feed management, increasing human resource capacity, and product diversification to expand the market. These findings are expected to help local farmers improve their business productivity and contribute to national food security.

This study aims to assess the potential development of beef cattle farming businesses for farmers in Perbaungan District, Serdang Bedagai Regency. The variables used in this research are beef cattle production and beef cattle prices as independent variables, and farmers' income as the dependent variable. The analysis approach utilizes a quantitative method with a multiple linear regression model using time-series data sourced from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) of Perbaungan District for the period 2019–2023. The results indicate that the development of beef cattle farming businesses in Perbaungan District has significant potential to increase farmers' income and improve their welfare. The variables of beef cattle production and beef cattle prices collectively have a significant influence on farmers' income.

Milk consumption and the need for beef cattle for food purposes or sacrificial purposes continue to increase from year to year. This increase is in line with the increasing level of the economy and awareness of the need for nutritious food. However, the increase in demand still faces many production constraints due to the difficulties faced by farmers, the decline in cattle production from year to year in Indonesia. This causes Indonesia to have to import beef for 35.95% of the total national beef consumption. With many factors that affect the decline in the production rate of dairy cows or beef cattle every year, one of them is air pollution and poor air quality in cages. Along with the development of technology, a monitoring and detection system for air cleanliness in cattle pens was created, using the MQ-7 sensor as the concentration of carbon monoxide, the MQ-135 sensor as the concentration of ammonia gas, the MQ-2 sensor as the smoke detection, and When the air pollution value of each sensor input is according to the air pollution standard index (ISPU), the outputs namely indicator lights, buzzers and blowers will be on, then there will be temporary air neutralization in the cage. This tool is made easier by internet of things technology, so that it can send notifications via telegram and can see the level of air pollution levels through the web.

Hydroponic plant cultivation is booming, but stock and sales are hard to predict. Poor prediction can cause farmers to overstock and lose money. This study suggests a framework that uses several machine learning models, including Linear Regression (LR), Random Forest (RF), Decision Tree (DT), and Extreme Gradient Boosting. "Ensemble Learning," which combines these models, should yield more accurate and generalizable results than a single model. This framework is assessed using historical hydroponic plant sales data and related factors like price, weather, and market trends. The model's performance is measured by the difference between predictions and actual values using RMSE and MAE metrics. This framework should improve hydroponic plant stock and sales predictions. Farmers can make better production, inventory, and harvest distribution decisions. Besides reducing financial losses, this reduces food waste and improves food security.

Vegetative propagation is a crucial technique in horticultural cultivation aimed at improving plant quality and productivity. This study explores budding in citrus (Citrus spp.) and grafting in avocado (Persea americana Mill.) as methods of plant propagation. Budding involves attaching buds from superior varieties to compatible rootstocks, whereas grafting unites scions and rootstocks to obtain desirable traits. The research was conducted at the Horticulture Seed Center, observing the growth and success of plant unions. The results demonstrate that both techniques effectively enhance plant quality, with budding showing faster results in citrus and grafting improving avocado resilience to environmental conditions. This study provides guidance for farmers to select optimal propagation methods tailored to their plants' specific needs.

Salt is a strategic commodity that is needed for various things, both used for food production and non-food production. As a food, salt is consumed by almost all humans in the world. Because of the importance of salt function for health, the government has made it an object to add iodine which is urgently needed to prevent various health problems. Various efforts have been made to increase salt production, including the People's Salt Business Empowerment Program (PUGAR). Reminding Pamekasan Regency is one of the districts in Madura which is one of the largest centers for producing people's salt in East Java. The legal basis underlying the implementation of the PUGAR Program refers to the Regulation of the Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries of the Republic of Indonesia No. 41/MEN/2011 concerning Guidelines for the Implementation of the Marine and Fisheries Independent Community Empowerment Program in 2011. This research aims to obtain an analysis of the People's Salt Business Empowerment Program (PUGAR) in Pamekasan district.

This study aims to analyzes the management of beef cattle maintenance in Pematang Sijonam Village, Perbaungan District, using a survey method through interviews and observations of farmers. Data includes maintenance techniques, feed quality, livestock health, and management practices that affect productivity. The results show that farmers are still using traditional techniques and facing obstacles in providing quality feed and managing livestock health. Factors such as farmer knowledge, skills, resource availability, and government support greatly affect the success of maintenance management. To increase the productivity and welfare of farmers, it is necessary to increase knowledge and skills through training, as well as government support in providing adequate resources and maintenance facilities.