PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT MELALUI BUDIDAYA HIDROPONIK UNTUK PEMANFAATAN LAHAN SEMPIT DAN PENINGKATAN KETAHANAN PANGAN RUMAH TANGGA

Abstract

Limited land availability in densely populated urban settlements poses a significant challenge for communities seeking to independently meet their household food needs, further burdened by the rising cost of basic food commodities. This community service activity aims to describe the implementation of a community empowerment program through wick-system hydroponic cultivation as an alternative solution for narrow land use in Kelurahan Biru. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed through five stages: initial observation, socialization, training, mentoring, and evaluation, targeting housewives, residents with limited yard space, retirees, and youth interested in modern agriculture in Kelurahan Biru. The results show that residents' dense and narrow land conditions can be addressed through a simple hydroponic system that requires minimal space while still producing vegetables productively. The educational and socialization program received a positive response from the community, marked by high participation levels during socialization and training sessions. Although inhibiting factors such as the community's limited prior experience in modern farming were identified, supporting factors such as strong community enthusiasm and the simplicity of the method make this program promising for further development. This activity contributes to improved household food security and fosters community awareness of the importance of productive land use, indicating the need for continued mentoring so that hydroponic cultivation can serve as a long-term solution for family food independence in urban areas.