Strengthening Understanding and Access to Technology in Eco-Friendly Agriculture for Youth to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals

Authors

  • Indra Purnama Graduate School of Agricultural Sciences, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru, 28266, Indonesia
  • Mulono Apriyanto Graduate School of Agricultural Sciences, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru, 28266, Indonesia
  • Fawzia Novianti Graduate School of Agricultural Sciences, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru, 28266, Indonesia
  • Anisa Mutamima Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Riau, Jalan HR. Soebrantas KM. 12.5, Pekanbaru 28293, Indonesia
  • Dita Fitriani Center for Sustainable Tropical Agricultural Research, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Riau, Indonesia
  • Ditdit Nugeraha Utama Department of Computer Science, BINUS Graduate Program, Bina Nusantara University, Jakarta 11480, Indonesia
  • Dilla Anggrayni Graduate School of Agricultural Sciences, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru, 28266, Indonesia
  • Muhammad Dian Hanafi Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Vania Bratandari Febri Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Vicky Daniel Liklikwatil Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Rahman Saleh Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Mayor Pintaro Lowiz Debataraja Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Anggraini Jelita Department of Agricultural Product Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Nihal Raj Singh Sidhu Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Daud Maruli Siburian Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Harbangan Toesfer Manulang Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Fajar Ammaf Fahreza Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Kristian Natallofa Gowasa Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Badru Ramdani partment of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Atika Suri Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru 28266, Indonesia
  • Danang Hadi Graduate School of Agricultural Sciences, Universitas Lancang Kuning, Pekanbaru, 28266, Indonesia

Keywords:

Sustainable Farming Practices, Precision Agriculture, Youth Empowerment, Environmental Sustainability, Digital Tools

Abstract

Agriculture remains a vital sector for rural livelihoods, yet it faces multiple challenges, including environmental degradation, unstable production, and limited adoption of modern technology by farmers. This community service program aimed to strengthen the understanding and accessibility of eco-friendly and digital farming technologies for young farmers in Kecamatan Bungaraya, particularly in Desa Buantan Lestari, a key agricultural hub in Riau Province, Indonesia. The program aligns with the broader effort to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to responsible production, climate action, and sustainable land use.The program was conducted in two stages: (1) training workshops, where participants were introduced to eco-friendly practices and digital tools through lectures, discussions, and hands-on demonstrations, and (2) field mentoring, where experts guided farmers in applying these technologies in their fields. To assess the program's effectiveness, pre-tests and post-tests were conducted to measure improvements in participants’ knowledge, while continuous field monitoring evaluated the practical impact of the techniques on productivity and environmental sustainability. The results showed a significant improvement in participants' understanding, with post-test scores reflecting a 100% increase in knowledge compared to pre-test scores. Furthermore, farmers reported increased confidence in utilizing digital tools to optimize resource use and reduce environmental impact. This program demonstrates a successful model for promoting eco-friendly and technology-driven agricultural practices among young farmers, contributing to the achievement of sustainable development goals in rural areas.

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2024-11-03

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): SYMBIOSIS CIVICUS

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