Organic Fertilizer as an Eco-Friendly Solution: Enhancing the Potential of Besan Village Through Waste Utilization
Abstract
The sustainability of the agricultural industry, especially in rural regions like Besan Village, Klungkung Regency, Bali, is profoundly influenced by the management of organic waste. Intensified agricultural practices and population growth have caused environmental issues, particularly in organic waste management, which is often poorly addressed, resulting in soil and natural resource contamination. On November 9, 2024, a community service effort conducted by Universitas Pendidikan Nasional aimed to teach and train the locals of Besan Village in the conversion of organic waste into valuable organic fertilizer. The training results revealed that 41 out of 50 participants effectively transformed organic waste into fertilizer, hence improving soil fertility and reducing dependence on synthetic fertilizers. The initiative significantly improved community awareness on the importance of waste management for sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation. In the long term, it is expected that the inhabitants of Besan Village will utilize organic fertilizers to reduce agricultural production costs and improve their well-being, thereby establishing a model for other villages in adopting sustainability principles and innovation.
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