Abstract
Compost is a fertilizer that is produced from the decomposition of organic matter by active microorganisms. Jatimukti Village, Jatinangor Subdistrict, Sumedang Regency is a village that produces a lot of waste. Based on observations, the village looks suitable and has the potential to be introduced to the type of compost as organic material in farmers’ gardens. This service aims to foster and direct the people of Jatimukti Village community to have the skills to make compost from organic waste. Community service is carried out through socialization and training on composting. The demonstration of composting is done by using the composting facility that has been prepared. This dedication involves lecturers and students of the Department of Mathematics, Universitas Padjadjaran, as well as the people of Jatimukti Village. The results achieved were made of composters and compost made together, and the ways of making compost by utilizing waste in the community. After being given good and proper waste management training, the community can overcome the surrounding waste problems, and it is hoped that the community can evaluate the management that has been carried out before.
Highlights
Waste is a problem that often occurs in Indonesia, even in villages
This service aims to facilitate the people of Jatimukti Village about various knowledge related to composting techniques, from making composter to producing compost (Badar and Qureshi, 2014)
The material used to make compost is organic waste consisting of leaves and the remnants of household vegetables, and a compost maker called a composter
Summary
Waste is a problem that often occurs in Indonesia, even in villages. This is because there are still many Indonesians who are not aware of the impact of waste. The residents process organic waste into compost to produce quality, environmentally friendly, and economical compost fertilizer This needs to be implemented in the community, so that people understand the dangers of waste to health. This is what often causes problems in the environment, both in quality and quantity. With the commencement of sorting activities by the community, organic waste heaps can be utilized as compost This service aims to facilitate the people of Jatimukti Village about various knowledge related to composting techniques, from making composter to producing compost (Badar and Qureshi, 2014)
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