Optimizing the Utilization of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae: An Innovative Solution for the Environment and Food Security in Dukuh Serut

As part of a series of Kampung Emas UNY Social Service activities in Kapanewon Pengasih, Kulon Progo, Science Education Lecturers Drs. Allesius Maryanto, M.Pd. and Rizki Arumning Tyas, M.Pd. joined in the Community Service Team (PkM) from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) UNY initiated an innovative step in managing organic waste and creating livestock protein sources independently in Dukuh Serut, Kapanewon Pengasih, Kulon Progo Regency. This activity successfully attracted the attention of 25 participants from the Women Farmers Group (KWT) Dukuh Serut. The event, which was attended by various stakeholders including Panewu Anom and Head of Jawatan Kemakmuran Kapanewon Pengasih, Lurah Kalurahan Pengasih, as well as Dukuh, RT, and RW in Padukuhan Serut, became an important event to introduce the concept of holistic organic waste management by utilizing Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae as decomposing agents. Prof. Dr. Dadan Rosana, M.Si., Dean of FMIPA UNY, explained, "This program aims to provide training to KWT Dukuh Serut in developing an efficient organic waste management system using Black Soldier Fly as a decomposing agent. In addition, we also want to empower the community in managing the larval phase of Black Soldier Fly which is rich in protein as a source of quality animal feed."

In his speech, Panewu Anom Kapanewon Pengasih highly welcomed the programs launched by UNY in the Kapanewon Pengasih environment, because it has a very good impact on the community. Panewu Anom Kapanewon Pengasih appreciated the PkM FMIPA UNY Team for trying to embrace KWT, because according to him, women must be empowered and effective. One of the efforts that can be taken is through participation in training to realize environmental independence and food security, starting from the household. Ir. Suhandoyo, M.S. as the resource person in this PkM activity introduced the holistic concept of organic waste management with Black Soldier Fly, the utilization of BSF larvae in meeting the needs of sustainable animal feed, as well as BSF rearing and utilization techniques. Drs. Allesius Maryanto, M.Pd., one of the PkM team members, added, "By adopting this approach, we not only reduce the amount of organic waste that pollutes the environment, but also create a more economically sustainable source of animal protein." The use of Black Soldier Fly larvae as a decomposing agent for organic waste has proven effective in reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. In addition, the protein-rich BSF larvae can also be a quality alternative feed for livestock, helping to increase the productivity of local farms. This event is an important first step in realizing environmental balance and food self-sufficiency in Dukuh Serut. With the collaboration between academics, local government, and the community, it is hoped that this program can serve as an example for other regions in facing the challenges of organic waste and food security (Tyas).