Participatory Rural Appraisal Approach Research Articles

Implementation of Urban Farming with Fertigation System on Vegetable Commodities for Food-Independent Communities

The objective of this community service action is to develop yards into plant cultivation areas with a fertigation system. Anticipated outcomes include the establishment of local food security within the community, which will promote a culture of food independence and protect the surrounding environment. This research was conducted from August to October 2023 through the utilization of the Participatory Rural Appraisal approach, lectures and demonstration plots. The outcome of this research is an enhancement in the partners' capacity to optimize the utilization of yards as cultivation areas for consumption crops, thereby realizing the long-term potential for achieving food independence. The researchers discovered that urban farming could be implemented in Tapis Village in order to establish a food-independent community. However, after receiving training, the researcher realized that for urban farming to be effective and increase community interest, it must also increase the economic value of the community.

Cultural branding: Development of culture-based tourism village towards sustainable tourism

Kamal Village in Arjasa District, Jember Regency, East Java, has cultural and historical tourism potential through the Duplang Site, Klanceng Site, Ta' Butaan folk art, and Kadisah traditional rituals. This great tourism potential can be developed to promote Kamal Village as a culture-based tourism village. Through a participatory rural appraisal approach involving village-owned businesses, the Tourism Appreciation and Tourism Awareness Group, the Youth Organization of Kamal Village, and collaboration with the Jember Regency Tourism and Culture Office, the community service team assisted in the form of organizational assistance (institutional strengthening), event management training, and strengthening the promotion and branding activities. The results of this community service are expected to strengthen the cultural branding of Kamal Village towards sustainable tourism to realize sustainable and positive economic, social, and environmental impacts for related stakeholders.

Totem Pro Parte: Narratives of Segunung Traditional Village in Adapting Digital Technology for Tourism

Kampung Adat Segunung, located in Carangwulung village, Jombang, East Java, is an example of a tourism village that applies digitization for tourism development. This can be seen from the intentions and motivations of destination managers who use websites, social media, and the Google Ecosystem in their daily tourism management. This article is a publication of the team's research on the impact of using digital technology in tourism destinations. The research conducted by the research team used a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques that relied heavily on interviews, observation results, and literature studies. Managers in Kampung Adat Segunung were also used as research subjects using a participatory rural appraisal approach. Research conducted by the research team found that the positive impact of digital technology adaptation for tourism in the Kampung Adat Segunung still has implications only for destination managers. Most local people are still not positively affected, so they show reluctance to involve themselves in local tourism. In addition, the research team also found that there was an unpreparedness of human resources in terms of their digital capacity to be able to take full advantage of digital technology adaptation. Therefore, the research team concluded that the Kampung Adat Segunung could indeed be an example of a tourist destination in a tourist village that has implemented digital technology for its management. But behind all that, what must also be considered is the readiness of destination managers to make digital technology part of their daily activities and priorities so that the maximum use of digital technology can be made.

Selection of traditional rice varieties for Galle District based on agronomic characteristics and farmer-consumer preferences

In response to the growing trend of cultivating traditional rice varieties in the Galle District this study aimed to select suitable varieties that align with the preference of farmers and consumers. A survey of traditional rice varieties cultivated in the Galle district led to the collection of thirty traditional rice accessions from the Germplasm collection of the Plant Genetic Resource Center (PGRC) for preliminary evaluation with 4 traditional varieties from the Rice Research Station Labuduwa (RRSLd). Preliminary evaluations were conducted during the 2017 Yala season at the RRSLd. Subsequently, five accessions/varieties from the preliminary evaluations, six varieties from Regional Rice Research and Development Center-Bombuwala (RRRDCBw/RRSBw), and two improved rice varieties; (Ld 368 and Bw 372) were further evaluated during the 2017/18 Maha season using a Randomized Complete Block Design with two replicates in RRSLd. The evaluations involved the active participation of farmers, researchers, consumers, and traders. Varieties were assessed on eight morphological characteristics. using the pair-wise ranking method of the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach. Data analysis was performed using the Kruskal Wallis One Way ANOVA model. Bw 372 and Ld 368 received above-average rankings, with Suwandal (RRSLd) achieving the highest score for cooked rice quality. In the overall evaluation Ld 368, Kahawanu (4250), Kuruluthuda (RRSBw), and Suwandal (RRSLd) emerged as preferred choices. These selections were tested in farmer fields during the 2018 Yala season with Ld 368, Kuruluthuda (RRSBw), and Kahawanu recording higher yields. In the 2018/19 Maha season, all the varieties tested in the 2018 Yala season were tested in farmer fields except Kahawanu (4250). Ld 368 and Bw 372 outperformed others in farmer fields. Based on farmer preference and yield performance, Gonabaru (farmer selected) and Kuruluthuda (RRSBw) were the most preferred traditional rice varieties, followed by Suwandal (RRSLd) and Rathdal (RRSLd).

A Consensus Model for Coastal Potential- Conflict Management: The Case of Pangkung Tibah Village, Bali

The tourism development of the Pangkung Tibah Village coastal area has reportedly caused various changes in the functions of lands. These changes have led to potential conflicts among the involved actors, who have different interests, indicating the necessity for problem-solving efforts. Potential conflicts should be addressed early to prevent them from developing into bigger conflicts. The results of this study may be used as a guideline for developing policies to prevent potential conflicts. The study aimed to: (1) identify the characteristics of the potential conflicts in the Pangkung Tibah Village coastal area, (2) carry out an analytical mapping of the potential conflicts, and (3) formulate a consensus model for the management of the potential conflicts by maximizing the role of the local community. The participatory rural appraisal (PRA) approach was used to identify and conduct an analytical mapping of potential conflicts in the Pangkung Tibah Village coastal area. The findings revealed that due to the vulnerability of this coastal area to damages, interventions should be controlled by direct action that is supported by formal and customary laws. Regarding the identification of the actors, causes, and types of differences in this study, an analytical mapping was conducted, with the potential conflicts being categorized into three levels: ‘mild’, ‘moderate’, and ‘severe’. These levels were determined based on the nature of their relationships with the three categories of sustainable development. In conclusion, a consensus model is proposed as a solution to manage the existing potential conflicts in the coastal area of Pangkung Tibah Village based on the local community and stakeholders’ participation in order to well manage the social, economic, and environmental aspects towards sustainable development.

Community Empowerment Participation in Forest Revegetation: An Analysis Study on the Slope Communities of Mount Arjuna, Indonesia

The research objectives was to determine the analysis of community empowerment participation for the forest revegetation in Arjuna Mount. This service uses a Participatory Rural Appraisal approach, with the study population covering communities around the forest of Arjuna Mount Pasuruan-East Java Indonesia. Data obtained from respondents with a questionnaire and analyzed using SEM (structural equation modeling), to find out an overview of respondents' responses about community participation in the preservation of the Arjuna Mount Forest. Community participation in the form of human capital, economy, social, local institutions, facilities and infrastructure has significant influence on community empowerment for the preservation of the Arjuna mount forest. Estimated regression weights for each indicator of community empowerment in Leduk, Jatiarjo and Dayurejo villages are human resources 0.99, economy 0.99, social 0.97, local institutions 1.00 and facilities and infrastructure 1.00. This explains that local institutional factors, facilities and infrastructure have a significant influence on community empowerment for the preservation of the Arjuna mount forest.

Pembelajaran Pembuatan Pakan Mandiri dan Penstimulan Moulting Udang bagi Pembudidaya Tradisional

Shrimp farming in Indonesia is dominated by traditional cultivation methods, therefore they do not have sufficient financial access to obtain expensive commercial feed. The Program for Application of Appropriate Technology (PTTG) aims to provide lessons on making independent feed and stimulating shrimp moulting for traditional farmers in Ma'rang District, Pangkajene and Islands Districts using local raw materials. The Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach model, which emphasizes the active involvement of the community in all activities, is used in this program. The knowledge and skills transferred from this study include the concept of artificial feed and moulting, preparation of raw materials, preparation of feed composition, mixing and weighing of raw materials, and pelleting and supplementation of feed. The results of the pre-test showed that the level of knowledge and skills regarding self-sufficient feed production and the manufacture of moulting-stimulating ingredients were generally in the poor category. However, after the learning activities, the post-test results showed that the level of knowledge and skills increased significantly and was generally in the good category. In general, partners believe that learning items are technically easy to apply, economically inexpensive, and ecologically can reduce agricultural and fishery waste. The lessons learned by traditional cultivators through this program can be utilized optimally in increasing production.

PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT MELALUI PEMBUATAN BLACK FISHBALL DI HAMADI, KOTA JAYAPURA,PAPUA

Wife has an important role in helping the family economy. Hamadi village, Subdistrict South Jayapura, Jayapura City is one of Village that has a fishing community. Problems that occur are not yet available business institutions in the community that can coordination fish processing business activities and Causing a lack of motivation and innovation as well as community creativity in developing processed fish products. This happened to one of the fishery business groups is POLAKSHAR Mama Papua, where processed fishery products are only made into smoked fish simply. The Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach was used in this activity.The community has a large role to implementing the proses and can make processed fishery products, namely meatballs that use tuna meat by adding black ink hitam which comes from squid rich in glutamic acid so that it tastes like guri umami truffle and Parmesan cheese, and can improve income and can managed well in a book keeping

Bantuan Dana Usaha dan 1 Unit Motor Untuk Membantu Ekonomi Kesehatan Masyarakat Gowa

UMKM are one of the UMKM businesses based on technology media in the production, distribution and consumption processes which apply family values in their transaction activities, both in the production, distribution and consumption processes. Digitalization of UMKM has become something that is inevitable, as well as an opportunity and challenge for the relatively large number of UMKM actors. The opportunity is to simplify the service process for UMKM activities, while the challenge is dealing with the lack of qualified human resources in digital-based UMKM businesses. The stages of implementing community service activities are carried out using the Participatory Rural Appraisal approach method and then providing assistance with 1 motorbike and additional capital for business partners. Based on the results of the community service activities above, it can be concluded that there is potential for competitive human resources oriented towards entrepreneurship and ownership in the Gowa area, Makassar City. There needs to be more attention to small and medium business actors in the context of developing entrepreneurship for them as a means of improving a better standard of living. Small and medium businesses must receive full support from the government so that small and medium businesses can develop further and also create greater job opportunities.

PENGENALAN DAN PEMBELAJARAN URBAN FARMING MELALUI BUDIDAYA SISTEM HIDROPONIK DEEP FLOW TECHNIQUE (DFT) PADA SISWA SISWI SEKOLAH DASAR DAN MENENGAH DI KOTA MALANG

A challenge in implementing green school initiatives is the lack of hydroponic cultivation learning facilities in the educational setting and the lack of space for planting productive plants in the environment of SDI As Salam and SMPIT As Salam as partners for community service activities. Teachers and students with little experience in hydroponic plant production techniques on small plots of land present another challenge for partners. All school constituents, namely teachers and students, are involved in hydroponic plant growth activities as part of the participatory rural appraisal (PRA) approach to activity implementation. Project for Strengthening Pancasila Student Profiles (P5) activities offer support through workshops for instructors and hydroponic farming techniques for teachers and students. The aims of mentoring are to: (1) teach fundamental information about hydroponic plant cultivation methods; (2) Integrate hydroponic culture learning facilities into the educational setting. The ability of students and teachers to carry out hydroponic activities, from planting seeds, caring for plants, and harvesting vegetable plants using the hydroponic method, is one indicator of the activity's success. Another is the presence of a hydroponic module in the partner environment that is used as a teaching tool for hydroponic cultivation in the school environment.

Community Participation Model And The Role Of Local Wisdom In The Prevention Of Corruption Of Village Funds

The study of anti-corruption literature may not be new, however, most anti-corruption literature studies in Indonesia focus on anti-corruption education. Meanwhile, when discussing anti-corruption villages, religion is often used as a method of anti-corruption hand-cutting. Unlike these studies, this study will focus on finding models of community participation and the role of local wisdom with Max Weber's social action theory and Mayer N. Zald-John D. Mc Carthy's resource mobilization theory as its analysis knife. Using qualitative research methods and Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach this study, finally found that "Taqdim political-economic empowerment based on traditional ethics and religion" is a model of community participation that includes the local wisdom of Sentang village. This model then also carried out five resource mobilizations to achieve corruption prevention of village funds. The realization of this model can then be grouped into types of social action consisting of actions based on goals, values, affections, and traditions. Based on the conclusion of the thesis, this study has succeeded in finding a model of community participation and the role of local wisdom in preventing corruption of village funds. Thus, this study has provided new insights into preventing corruption of village funds through the integration of participation models and the role of local wisdom. In practical terms, this insight can automatically be used as a consideration for policymakers in determining the prevention of corruption in village funds.

Optimalisasi Kegiatan Promosi Desa Pace Sebagai Sentra Herbal

Pace Village, Silo District is a center for herbal plant production with several main herbal commodities such as Ginger, Curcuma, Citronella, and Javanese chili. The community still does not know the potential of the village as an herbal center because the promotional activities are not yet intensive. This community service activity aims to improve partners' skills in carrying out promotional activities. This community service activity method is Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach with several activities including the coordination with partners, the counseling and promotion skills training, the mentoring, and the evaluation. In this community service activity partners are assisted in making promotional media, assisting exhibition activities, launching herbal product outlets, and creating a website. The results of the activity show that partners' understanding of promotional activities has increased, and promotional activities have had a significant impact on increasing partners' income in selling various herbal products.

Pembentukan "Klinik Halal" Dalam Upaya Mewujudkan Halal Industri di Indonesia 2024

The "Dosen Mengabdi di Desa" Program (Prosendi Desa) is conducted in Tegal Besar Village, Kaliwates District, Jember Regency, which has significant potential for the development of the halal industry towards Indonesia's Halal Industry 2024. The program aims to expedite halal certification for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by implementing a packaging house concept. The program utilizes the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach, involving the collaboration of stakeholders such as government officials, MSME owners, and the Halal Center of UIN KHAS Jember. Through information dissemination, socialization, counseling, and direct assistance, MSME owners are guided in obtaining the necessary business legality in the form of a Business Identification Number (NIB) and Halal Certificate. The solution is divided into two phases. In the first year, efforts include issuing additional NIBs, establishing a "Halal Clinic" in the village, and conducting regular socialization and publications. In the second year, a guidebook for self-declaration halal certification, assistance in registering on sihalal.com, support for field verification and document revisions, and monitoring the certification process are provided. The expected contributions are in two phases. Firstly, by increasing the number of NIBs for MSMEs, the program aims to motivate business owners and bring added value to their activities. Secondly, the establishment of the Halal Clinic aligns with agency theory, addressing human nature, organizational aspects, and information needs. The program's ultimate goal is to ensure a significant number of MSMEs in Tegal Besar Village comply with mandatory halal certification requirements by the end of 2024. This initiative will not only enhance the halal industry but also promote awareness and compliance with halal standards among MSMEs, contributing to the broader goal of Indonesia's Halal Industry in 2024.

Income differences and feasibility of maize farming with different harvest times on dry land in Bali

Maize is one of staple food sources. The low productivity of maize at farm level tends to change the maize harvest time from old harvest time for food need into the young one for commercial need and feed purposes which is considered more profitable by farmers. This study aimed to determine the income and feasibility of maize farming by applying different harvest times. The study was conducted in 2020 in the dry land of Musi Village, Buleleng Regency, Bali with participatory rural appraisal (PRA) approach involving 30 farmers. Data collected included input and output of maize farming. Data analysis used partial budget analysis to determine income and feasibility of maize farming. The results showed that maize farming at early harvested has 2.1 times higher income than that at optimal maturity harvested. With R/C ratio of 1.74, maize farming at early harvested was more profitable and feasible. If the farming pattern is applied continuously, it will reduce the supply of maize as staple food reserve. Therefore, policies from local government and arrangement from farmers in maize farming are needed so that the interests of fulfilling the needs of staple food as well as increasing farmers’ income can still be achieved.

Implementation of clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS) in mobilizing public awareness to create a clean and healthy village in Ngaropoh Hamlet

Implementation of clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS) is an effort to empower household members to understand, want, and be able to practice clean and healthy living behaviors in the community. The purpose of this community service is to increase public understanding of clean and healthy living behavior and improve public health standards. The participants of this activity is the residents of Ngaropoh Hamlet. The method used is the participatory rural appraisal (PRA) approach with socialization, education and training about PHBS, planting medicinal plants, the Covid-19 vaccine, and self-healing, and cadre assistance. The resulting impact is that people understand, aware, and implement clean and healthy behavior in their environment. In the future, it is hoped that the residents of Ngaropoh Hamlet will remain consistent in maintaining a clean and healthy lifestyle.

Synergity and Community Empowerment in Organic Waste Management in Wringinanom, Gresik

This research aims to examine the processing of organic waste into useful products for the community. Departing from the high volume of organic waste produced (61.97 kg per RT per day) along with bad impacts, the strategy used is the processing of waste followed by the dissemination of processing results by the composter method. This research used is descriptive analytic and participatory rural appraisal (PRA) approach which aims to encourage community participation in program implementation. This research was carried out in Pasinan Lemah Putih Village, Wringinom Subdistrict, Gresik Regency by collaborating with several stakeholders, namely the local village government, community, and implementor/expert/academic team. Data source in the form of narratives resulting from discussions and observations, secondary data, and documentation. The results show that the processing of organic waste can reducing waste volume per day and adverse effects. From an economic perspective (livelihood), processed organic waste is capable of producing 15-20 liters of liquid organic fertilizer (POC) valued at IDR 975,000 to IDR 6,000,000 in one RT per day. From a social and environmental perspective, organic waste processing, which is continued with dissemination, has provided environmental insights and new experiences for all levels of society in Pasinan Lemah Putih Village in the form of improving the quality of life of the community, the spirit of preserving environmental beauty, the spirit of preventing littering, and reducing the adverse effects of waste such as bad smell and disease.

Development of low carbon agriculture and animal husbandry in Thekelan Hamlet, Indonesia using the participatory rural appraisal approach method

Thekelan Hamlet has residents with the majority working in the agricultural and livestock sector. Village development through agricultural education and low-carbon animal husbandry is a strategy for utilizing natural potential. Biomasses of livestock manure can be used as liquid organic fertilizer which will increase the selling price of agricultural products and be beneficial to the environment. The potential for the use of livestock manure has not been fully exploited because of the low education, knowledge, and capital that residents have. The Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) method is used to develop agriculture and low-carbon farms in Thekelan Hamlet. There are three aspects; biogas as the treatment of livestock gas waste, the use of liquid organic fertilizer from livestock manure, and the use of organic pesticides. The results of this study indicate that the community in Thekelan District can apply agriculture and low-carbon farms. The technology used by utilizing livestock manure can reduce household gas emissions in the production process, increase production yields, and increase the level of the community economy. Therefore, the community agrees to contribute and join the development of this program because this can improve the welfare of farmers and benefit the environment.

Optimizing the role of social media in increasing public awareness in the utilization of zakat at Lazismu Dukun village

Lazismu in Dukun village is one of the institutions under the auspices of Lazismu Magelang Regency. The problem faced is the low contribution and awareness of the community in paying zakat. Lazismu in Dukun village created a program called "Optimizing the Role of Social Media" which aims to bring out the existence of zakat. This program is intended to socialize the Lazismu movement, not only for Dukun Village residents to be moved to contribute, but also to inspire the wider community that zakat needs to be encouraged to help the underprivileged. Activities carried out using a participatory rural appraisal approach. The result of this activity is a promotional video to preach the activities and important role of zakat in Dukun Village, especially in poverty alleviation. The output of this activity is expected to be able to increase public awareness in various regions regarding the multiplier effect of the baitul mal.

Peran Modal Sosial Dalam Pengembangan Wisata Berkelanjutan: Studi Kasus di Kawasan Wisata Lumbung Stroberi-Kota Batu

With Pandanrejo Tourism Village in Bumiaji District, Batu City serving as the focal point of this investigation, the study's overarching objective is to ascertain what part social capital plays in the process of transforming Lumbung Stroberi into a sustainable tourism destination. The concepts of social capital, collaboration, and sustainable development are investigated through the lens of this study, which employs qualitative research methods and a participatory rural appraisal approach to research. Observations of participants and conversations within focus groups are going to be used to collect data. Informants for this study came from local stakeholders who were active in the development of Lumbung Stroberi tourism in Pandanrejo village, which is located in Batu City. The results of this research make a significant contribution to the development of laboratory-based science, in particular the sociology of development. In order to foster more sustainable tourism and community development in Indonesia, local governments and other stakeholders can make use of the practical benefits provided by research .

Madrasah accreditation assistance to improve education quality

Teachers' perceptions of accreditation are still primarily based on tangible objects or written evidence. Accreditation, however, emphasizes performance assessment. The lack of updating of teacher learning tools documents that refer to 21st century skills cause the low quality of learning and is still lower order thinking skills (LOTS). The purpose of this program is to improve teachers' comprehension of the performance-based accreditation paradigm. Utilizing a three-stage process of socialization, training, and mentoring, this activity employs a participatory rural appraisal approach. With the implementation of this program, evidence of the four components of the accreditation of MTs Muhammadiyah 1 Dukun can be fulfilled and teachers are able to make teaching aids and master the media so that learning can be more meaningful. Another result of this training is that teachers are able to develop learning tools that are higher order thinking skills (HOTS).