Amalia Ma'rifatul Maghfiroh, Eko Wahyu Abryandoko, Agus Fahmi

Pelatihan Penggunaan Mesin Pengering Padi Berbasis PLTS untuk Meningkatkan Efisiensi Pascapanen pada Petani di Duyungan Bojonegoro

Introduction

pelatihan penggunaan mesin pengering padi berbasis plts untuk meningkatkan efisiensi pascapanen pada petani di duyungan bojonegoro. Pelatihan penggunaan mesin pengering padi tenaga surya meningkatkan efisiensi pascapanen, mutu gabah, dan kesejahteraan petani di Duyungan Bojonegoro.

Abstract

Pertanian merupakan sektor utama penopang perekonomian Indonesia, di mana sebagian besar penduduk bekerja sebagai petani. Untuk mendukung produktivitas pertanian, dibutuhkan teknologi tepat guna yang tidak hanya fokus pada tahap budidaya, tetapi juga pada proses pascapanen. Salah satu tahapan penting pascapanen adalah pengeringan padi guna menjaga kualitas gabah agar tetap bagus dan terhindar dari pembusukan akibar jamur. Selama ini, petani di Desa Duyungan masih mengandalkan metode tradisional berupa penjemuran di bawah sinar matahari yang sangat bergantung pada cuaca. Kondisi tersebut sering menimbulkan kerugian, terutama saat musim hujan. Melalui kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat, diperkenalkan inovasi mesin pengering padi tipe bed dryer berbasis Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Surya (PLTS) dengan kapasitas 500 kg, dilengkapi pengaturan suhu 37–45 °C, dan blower bertenaga PLTS. Penggunaan mesin ini mampu menurunkan kadar air gabah dari 20–26% menjadi sekitar 14% dalam waktu 10–12 jam. Inovasi ini terbukti meningkatkan mutu panen, efisiensi kerja, serta kesejahteraan petani di Desa Duyungan Kecamatan Sukosewu Kabupaten Bojonegoro

Review

The paper, titled "Pelatihan Penggunaan Mesin Pengering Padi Berbasis PLTS untuk Meningkatkan Efisiensi Pascapanen pada Petani di Duyungan Bojonegoro," addresses a highly relevant and practical challenge in Indonesian agriculture: the post-harvest drying of paddy. It clearly articulates the problem faced by farmers in Duyungan, Bojonegoro, who rely on traditional sun-drying methods susceptible to weather variations, leading to significant post-harvest losses and reduced grain quality. The abstract proposes an innovative and appropriate technology solution—a solar-powered (PLTS) bed dryer—introduced through community engagement. The overall premise of enhancing efficiency and farmer welfare through sustainable technology is commendable and aligns well with the needs of the agricultural sector. A significant strength of this work lies in its focus on a tangible, technology-driven solution that directly addresses a critical bottleneck in the agricultural value chain. The abstract provides specific and promising results, detailing the machine's capacity (500 kg), controlled temperature range (37–45°C), and the crucial reduction of paddy moisture content from 20–26% to approximately 14% within a reasonable timeframe of 10–12 hours. This demonstrates a clear improvement over traditional methods and directly contributes to better harvest quality and reduced spoilage. The integration of PLTS is particularly noteworthy, promoting energy independence and environmental sustainability for the farming community. While the abstract effectively highlights the immediate benefits and the success of the intervention, an expert reviewer would typically look for further elaboration on certain aspects for a comprehensive understanding. Future reports or subsequent publications could provide more detail on the specific methodology of the training program, the level of adoption and proficiency achieved by the farmers, and the long-term maintenance and economic sustainability of the PLTS-based dryer from the farmers' perspective. Quantifying the "increased welfare" through specific socio-economic indicators would also strengthen the claims of impact. Nonetheless, this paper presents a valuable case study of how appropriate technology can be effectively implemented to address real-world agricultural challenges.

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