Creating Value from Maggot Cultivation with Slow-released Pellet Production

Abstract

Abstract. Organic waste is a major environmental and economic challenge in rural Indonesia. This study aimed to provide an innovative solution to this challenge by developing a targeted socialization and training program to empower rural communities in adopting sustainable maggot pellet production practices. The study was conducted in Dusun Pasekan Lor, Balecatur, Sleman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The program was effective in increasing awareness of the benefits of maggot pellet production, from 61% to 94%. Participants also gained practical experience in pellet production, learning to blend maggots with ingredients like rice bran, duck concentrate, and starch. Two formulations were explored: a multi-ingredient blend for chickens and fish, and a cost-effective rice bran formula. The program also emphasized the importance of market penetration. Participants learned about product design, packaging, and pricing. The chosen dark green design, with clear information, effectively communicated the product's composition and benefits to potential customers. The study concluded that the targeted socialization and training program was an effective tool for empowering rural communities to adopt sustainable practices that provide environmental and economic benefits..