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The use of banana stems as a basic ingredient for chips is an innovative effort to reduce organic waste as well as open up new business opportunities for the people of Depok Village, Bendungan District, Trenggalek Regency. This topic of service was chosen because banana stem waste is generally unused and often becomes a source of environmental pollution. In fact, banana stems have great potential as an alternative food ingredient that can be processed into products of economic value. In this service, the methods used include the socialization stage, technical training, and production assistance to ensure the community's skills in processing banana stems into chips. The socialization stage was carried out to increase residents' awareness of economic opportunities from the use of local waste. At the technical training stage, residents are taught how to choose materials, processing processes, and packaging products so that they are suitable for sale. The results of the activity showed an increase in interest and skills of residents in producing banana stem chip products with various flavor variants. In addition, this product has managed to attract the attention of local consumers and has the potential to be marketed more widely. In conclusion, the use of banana stems into chips not only reduces environmental waste but also strengthens the community's economy through sustainable new business opportunities.

The village of Blendung, located in the Ulujami sub-district, Pemalang Regency, faces various social and economic challenges, including high unemployment rates and declining incomes due to limited job access and the impact of tidal flooding. One of the efforts to increase community income is through training in making presto milkfish, aimed at empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the fish processing sector. This training is designed to enhance community skills in diversifying milkfish-based products, such as boneless milkfish, fish cakes, and smoked milkfish, as well as introducing digital marketing strategies to expand the market.The methods used include a participatory approach in processing and packaging technology training, as well as social media-based marketing education. The results of the training showed an improvement in the skills and understanding of participants regarding the production and marketing processes of value-added products. This program also contributes to the growth of local MSMEs, which have significant potential in supporting the regional economy.

The Workshop program for training in making soap from used cooking oil is one of the work programs of the Regular Community Service Program (KKN) 83 UIN Walisongo Semarang Post 16 which was carried out with the mothers of Jawisari Village at the Jawisari Village Hall, Limbangan District, Kendal Regency. This workshop program was motivated by the fact that many people still use used cooking oil repeatedly so that it can endanger their health and there are still those who dispose of used cooking oil carelessly so that it can cause environmental pollution. This work program aims to provide an understanding to the community about the negative impacts of used cooking oil waste on the environment and health, introduce the application of science and technology through training in processing used cooking oil waste, and provide training and assistance to control environmental pollution by providing education and training to local residents on how to process used cooking oil waste into liquid soap. This training workshop activity was carried out in three main stages, namely counseling, practicing making liquid soap, and evaluation. The results of this program show that the training workshop activities were successful and well-run where participants were able to understand the basic techniques of making liquid soap and gain direct experience in practice, the mothers who participated were also very enthusiastic and actively participated and felt happy to be able to learn to change used cooking oil waste into liquid soap products that are useful for everyday life. Making liquid soap from used cooking oil is an innovation that is not only useful for reducing waste oil that pollutes the environment, but also provides economic and social benefits for the community because it can open up business opportunities and support the local economy. Therefore, as a sustainable step, it is necessary to provide education to the community about the importance of recycling used cooking oil and improving technology in the production of liquid soap to be more efficient and environmentally friendly

The Workshop program for training in making soap from used cooking oil is one of the work programs of the Regular Community Service Program (KKN) 83 UIN Walisongo Semarang Post 16 which was carried out with the mothers of Jawisari Village at the Jawisari Village Hall, Limbangan District, Kendal Regency. This workshop program was motivated by the fact that many people still use used cooking oil repeatedly so that it can endanger their health and there are still those who dispose of used cooking oil carelessly so that it can cause environmental pollution. This work program aims to provide an understanding to the community about the negative impacts of used cooking oil waste on the environment and health, introduce the application of science and technology through training in processing used cooking oil waste, and provide training and assistance to control environmental pollution by providing education and training to local residents on how to process used cooking oil waste into liquid soap. This training workshop activity was carried out in three main stages, namely counseling, practicing making liquid soap, and evaluation. The results of this program show that the training workshop activities were successful and well-run where participants were able to understand the basic techniques of making liquid soap and gain direct experience in practice, the mothers who participated were also very enthusiastic and actively participated and felt happy to be able to learn to change used cooking oil waste into liquid soap products that are useful for everyday life. Making liquid soap from used cooking oil is an innovation that is not only useful for reducing waste oil that pollutes the environment, but also provides economic and social benefits for the community because it can open up business opportunities and support the local economy. Therefore, as a sustainable step, it is necessary to provide education to the community about the importance of recycling used cooking oil and improving technology in the production of liquid soap to be more efficient and environmentally friendly

Bantaeng Regency, South Sulawesi, has great potential in the fisheries sector thanks to its vast coastline and abundant marine resources. The modernization of the fisheries sector in this area includes the application of the latest technology, infrastructure development, and training for fishermen. The modernization program implemented by the government aims to increase the productivity and welfare of fishermen, by introducing more efficient fishing gear, such as motorized machines and modern nets. The results of the study show that this change has succeeded in increasing fish catches and fishermen's income. In addition, the construction of modern fish processing facilities and training programs have supported the sustainability of the fisheries sector. This modernization has a positive impact on the economy of coastal communities, but it also presents challenges in terms of income inequality and environmental sustainability. This study concludes that the modernization of the fisheries sector in Bantaeng has the potential to strengthen the local economy while preserving marine resources.

This community service aims to optimize the use of local potential in Ujong Tanoh Darat Village, Meureubo District, West Aceh Regency, in order to improve community welfare and realize village independence. Local village potential, such as natural resources, cultural diversity, and rich local wisdom, have not been optimally utilized, one of which is the management of plastic and household waste. This program focuses on community empowerment through skills training in processing waste into products of economic value, such as handicrafts from plastic waste and ecoenzymes from organic waste. As a result, the community gains new skills that can increase family income, reduce plastic waste, and increase environmental awareness. In addition, this program creates new economic opportunities through marketing local products and strengthening cooperation between residents. The sustainability of this program is expected to continue to support village economic independence, with support from the village government in developing environmentally friendly local potential-based businesses.

Household waste management in urban areas is a complex environmental challenge due to the increasing volume of waste each year. Poorly managed waste has the potential to cause environmental issues, such as water, soil, and air pollution, as well as health impacts on the community. This Community Service Program (PKM) aims to provide training in processing household waste into economically valuable products for urban communities in Baguala District, Ambon City. The training activities encompass various stages, from education on waste sorting, techniques for processing organic waste into compost, to processing inorganic waste into crafts and recycled products with market value. Through this training, it is hoped that the community will understand the importance of sustainable waste management and be able to utilize household waste as an additional source of income. The results of the activities show that participants are able to process household waste into economically valuable products, such as compost and recycled crafts. This program not only contributes to reducing urban waste but also supports community economic empowerment through a circular economy approach.

This community service program aims to increase the use of abundant milk from dairy cows in Sereng Hamlet, Kemiri Village, Puspo District, Pasuruan Regency, through training in making sucked pudding or pudot. The local community, which previously only sold raw milk to collectors with low economic value, is trained to process milk into value-added products that are more attractive to consumers using direct practical methods to facilitate community understanding and skills at every stage, starting from socialization, training theoretically, hands-on practice, to digital marketing. The results of the activity showed that participants not only mastered the technique of processing pudot with various flavors, but also utilized digital platforms to reach a wider market. Apart from improving technical and economic skills, this program motivates communities to innovate and be independent in managing local products. With ongoing support and evaluation, it is hoped that the people of Sereng Hamlet can create new, sustainable business opportunities and strengthen the village economy through diversifying dairy products. This program is expected to become a model for rural economic development that can significantly improve the quality of life of local communities

Urban farming in Pakintelan Village, Gunungpati District, Semarang, was initiated to overcome food security challenges and improve local economic welfare through the use of limited land in urban areas. The main problem faced is the low level of community participation in agricultural activities and a lack of understanding of sustainable agricultural practices. This program involves UNPAND KKN students in providing training in farming techniques, organic pest management, and the use of compost fertilizer. The methods applied include direct training and mentoring by extension workers, routine monitoring and evaluation, and outreach through local communities. Apart from that, the program also encourages the processing of harvests into value-added products and the formation of small farmer groups to strengthen community involvement. As a result, this program has succeeded in increasing community participation, maintaining environmental sustainability, and contributing to the economy with the potential to use harvests for consumption or sale. It is hoped that the replication of the program in other areas will expand its impact, making urban farming a sustainable and inclusive model of urban agriculture.

North Batu Rimpang Hamlet is known as a center for fresh fish trading; however, its utilization as a raw material for processed fish products remains low. This study aims to analyze the use of fish in improving the economy of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in North Batu Rimpang Hamlet through fish processing training. The method used is descriptive qualitative, including interviews, observations, and documentation involving SME actors. The results show that the training provided on processing fish into two types of products—fish nuggets and shredded fish—successfully increased the knowledge and skills of the SME participants. They reported higher incomes and better market access after attending the training. Moreover, more innovative and competitive processed fish products have begun to enter the market, demonstrating the program's success in supporting the local economy.

Real Work Lecture (KKN) is a community service program by students that aims to empower the community with a cross-disciplinary and sectoral approach. The KKN program in Telaga Jernih Village, Secanggang District, Langkat Regency, aims to overcome the problem of monotonous hereditary livelihoods and open up new business opportunities through economic empowerment and entrepreneurship. Before the program was implemented, most villagers relied on the agricultural sector, especially oil palm and rice, which made the village economy vulnerable to price fluctuations and environmental conditions. This program focused on socialization about livelihood diversification, entrepreneurial skills training, and reducing plastic waste by converting it into products with economic value. Through this training, the community was invited to see local potential that could be developed into new business opportunities. The results of the implementation of this KKN showed an increase in community understanding of the importance of business diversification and the application of skills acquired in starting small businesses in the fields of agricultural processing and plastic waste recycling. Several residents have started new businesses supported by the skills taught during the training. However, several challenges such as low digital literacy and limited access to capital are still obstacles to business development. Therefore, a follow-up program is needed that focuses on developing digital skills and access to capital to support the sustainability of the business that has been pioneered. Overall, this KKN program has succeeded in providing a positive impact on the Telaga Jernih Village community and can be a model for local potential-based economic empowerment in other villages.

The sapodilla fruit, as a tropical fruit rich in nutrients, holds significant economic potential in Kaligelang Village, Pemalang Regency. Despite producing high-quality fruit, the utilization of sapodilla in this village is still limited to direct sales without further processing. This study aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of the members of the PKK (Family Welfare Program) in processing sapodilla into steamed cake (bolu kukus) as an innovative value-added product. A processing demonstration was conducted on September 20, 2024, with 32 participants involved. The research method utilized pre-test and post-test questionnaires, which were analyzed using N Gain Score to measure the effectiveness of the training. The results showed an average increase of 23.69 points in participants' knowledge scores, with an average N Gain Score of 0.43, categorized as moderate. The findings indicate that this program not only enhances participants' knowledge but also has the potential to strengthen the local economy through the development   of   sapodilla-based   small   and   medium   enterprises (UMKM).

Cassava waste is commonly used as animal feed or simply discarded by the community of Sumberpitu Village, Cepu Subdistrict, Blora Regency. Waste that is discarded without being processed can pollute the environment and cause disease. Therefore, the aim of this community service activity is to provide training on processing cassava peels into delicious and safe food, encouraging the community to start entrepreneurial ventures to improve the local economy. This activity includes a brief explanation of cassava peel waste processing, followed by a demonstration of making cassava peel chips. The method used in this activity consists of three stages: identifying the problem, program planning, and program implementation. This initiative is expected to reduce cassava peel waste in Sumberpitu Village and increase community income through creative and innovative waste processing.

Waste banks are blessed with processing. This processing has the aim of making waste into products that can be sold and gain economic value. Yayasan gugah nurani indonesia is a non-governmental humanitarian organization that works in accordance with the pillars of the SDGS (Sustainable Development Goals), especially in areas related to children's rights and community empowerment. Gugah nurani indonesia is a legal foundation under the decree of the minister of law and human rights number: ahu-594.ah.01.04. On February 24, 2009. Gugah nurani indonesia is an incorporated foundation under the decree of the minister of law and human rights number: ahu-594.ah.01.04. On February 24, 2009. The blessing waste bank has some waste management outside the waste bank. This management is the management of organic waste which is made into compost from the results of the compost is also sold by the waste bank to consumers who need it. Based on the results of the study, it shows that customers have a major contribution to improving the waste bank economy. In this study, the results of customer activeness from the blessing waste bank related to customer activeness in the waste bank are very good. Educating the community by providing knowledge related to waste and providing training. Providing guidance and support to customers by facilitating customers so that customers can become independent and able to create their own creativity.

The processing of garden products, namely cassava as an effort to develop the community's economy and increase the creative economy of the Sumur Village community is one of the leading work programs of post 94 in completing the community service process. This community service activity is a form of training for the community in the implementation of cassava garden product processing in Sumur Village, Brangsong District, Kendal Regency. The factor that encouraged group 94 to process garden products in Sumur Village was the abundance of cassava plants that were not optimally utilized. So it needs to be optimized as a food ingredient that is ripe and ready to be. The implementation of the community service above also has a mission to create new innovations in the processing of garden products, namely cassava can be processed into cassava rengginang, cassava layer, cassava brownies, cassava dodol, mocaf flour, and cheese cendol (cheese cassava). The implementation of this community service uses a training method for the community whose majority livelihood is as a farmer. The stages carried out are starting preparations, namely recording data on residents who work as farmers and the availability of cassava harvests on the Plantation. Next, start the implementation stage by involving extension workers from the Kendal Regency UMKM Service to help provide processing training on the potential of cassava harvests from raw to cooked. This service aims to improve the creative economy through cassava processing training for the people of Sumur Village.

The economic growth of the people of Sendangkulon Village, Kendal Regency, is greatly influenced by the harvest of shallots, which is the main commodity in the area. However, changes in the price of raw shallots often become a challenge for farmers. To overcome this problem, the Sendangkulon Village government collaborated with the Central Java Province Training and Cooperative Center and PT Sinergi Brebes Inovatif to initiate training on shallot processing. This training aims to increase the selling value of red onions by teaching people how to process them into value-added products, such as fried onions, onion crackers and chili sauce. Apart from that, this training also covers digital marketing techniques to help people market their processed products more effectively. This program is expected to increase the economic empowerment of the Sendangkulon Village community and reduce poverty levels. However, challenges remain, especially in mastering digital marketing which requires further socialization.

Processing used cooking oil into aroma candles is an innovation that provides a sustainable business solution for rural areas. Used cooking oil, usually considered household waste, can be converted into economically valuable products such as aroma candles. The process involves filtering, refining, mixing with ingredients such as stearin, colorants, and fragrances, and forming candles in various shapes and attractive scents. In addition to increasing the economic value of the village community, this business also reduces used cooking oil waste that can pollute the environment. With small capital and simple technology, this process can empower villagers, create employment opportunities, increase income, and support environmentally friendly practices. Training and education programs on entrepreneurship and waste management can also grow the business, strengthen the local economy, and raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment.

The creative economy is a concept for realizing sustainable economic development based on creativity. Improving the welfare and prosperity of society in a country is very dependent on the level of economic development. Developing a village economy means making the village economy independent. Cepokomulyo Village is a village with an area that is mostly agricultural land and local crafts that have the potential to be marketed more widely. This makes it easier for people to explore economic potential through abundant fertile land to fulfill their daily activities. However, this potential has not been fully developed optimally due to limited infrastructure, human resources and market access. With this, KKN UIN Walisongo Semarang students play a role in empowering MSMEs to increase and disseminate the economic potential that exists in Cepokomulyo Village by carrying out several activities including holding educational seminars related to digitalization by inviting speakers who are experts in their fields to increase community insight into the economic and digital fields. marketing, providing skills training through processing village agricultural products, as well as helping to build marketing networks. This research uses qualitative research methods through primary and secondary data collection. Meanwhile, the subjects of this research are MSMEs in Cepokomulyo Village. It is hoped that the MSME development empowerment program will have an impact on effective and productive sales, higher quality, and products that can be recognized by all groups in order to compete at national and international levels, provide motivation to the community, and reach wider marketing reach.

The need for efficient, economical, and environmentally friendly animal feed in Indonesia, especially for small and medium-scale farmers, requires innovative solutions. This community service program aims to optimize the production and marketing of maggot as an alternative animal feed through the empowerment of MSMEs at TPS3R Ngudi Lestari. A participatory approach was implemented through two main stages: maggot production training and a digital marketing workshop. The results showed a significant increase in both the production capacity and quality of maggot, as well as an improvement in digital marketing skills among MSMEs. The training enhanced participants' technical abilities in substrate management, production efficiency, and post-harvest processing, leading to higher and more consistent production outcomes. Meanwhile, the digital marketing workshop equipped MSMEs with strategies to expand market reach through online platforms, branding, and content creation. Despite challenges such as substrate variability and digital infrastructure limitations, innovative solutions like substrate diversification and improved environmental monitoring were successfully applied. This program not only boosted the local economy but also contributed to a more sustainable livestock sector by integrating circular economy principles. In conclusion, the program demonstrates the potential of combining maggot production with digital marketing strategies to create a sustainable business model for MSMEs, serving as a replicable example for community empowerment within the context of a circular economy and sustainable agriculture in Indonesia

Training on Local Potential Development of Banana Peel Crackers was carried out in Cukir Village, Diwek, Jombang, with the main aim of increasing the self-confidence of women heads of families in the field of sales and understanding halal management procedures. Banana peels, which are usually waste, are processed into products of high economic value in the form of crackers, thereby providing new business opportunities for the participants. This training includes techniques for processing banana peels into crackers, marketing strategies, and knowledge about halal certification which is important to increase product competitiveness in the market. The results of the training showed an increase in participants' skills and knowledge in making products, increased confidence in selling, and a better understanding of the importance of halal management. Thus, this program not only contributes to improving the household economy but also supports sustainable local industrial development.