Optimalisasi Pekarangan melalui Urban Farming: Pemberdayaan Ibu-Ibu PKK Desa Boteng dalam Budidaya Sayuran Cepat Panen

Abstract

Urban farming is an alternative approach to utilizing limited land for food crop cultivation in residential and community environments. This activity aimed to improve the knowledge and skills of women members of the Family Welfare Empowerment (PKK) group in Boteng Village through socialization and training on urban farming of fast-growing vegetables using simple growing media and recycled materials. The activity was conducted on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Boteng Village Hall and was attended by approximately 50 participants. The methods included socialization on the concept and benefits of urban farming, an introduction to growing media, and hands-on planting practices using polybags and used plastic bottles. Participants were also provided with young plants, growing media, and seeds to support the continuation of cultivation activities independently. Evaluation results from the questionnaire showed a positive response from participants. As many as 84% of participants strongly agreed that the training was beneficial, 80% expressed a strong interest in implementing urban farming at home, and 78% strongly agreed that urban farming was suitable for limited land. In addition, 70% strongly agreed that they understood the concept of urban farming, while 72% strongly agreed that they were able to utilize used plastic bottles as planting media. These results indicate that the socialization and training activities improved participants understanding, skills, and interest in utilizing limited land and recycled materials for cultivation. Urban farming therefore has potential as a simple and productive approach to optimizing available spaces while promoting the reuse of household waste for agricultural activities.