PENERAPAN MESIN PENGAYAK DAN PENCAMPUR BAHAN MEDIA TANAM JAMUR TIRAM UNTUK PENINGKATAN KAPASITAS PRODUKSI PADA USAHA BUDIDAYA JAMUR TIRAM REZEKI BERKAH DI KABUPATEN MAROS

Abstract

The Community Partnership Program aimed to increase the production capacity of oyster mushroom growing media through the implementation of screening and mixing machines. By introducing this technology to oyster mushroom farmers in Jenetaesa Village, Maros Regency, it was expected that efficiency in the screening and mixing processes would improve, thereby accelerating and enhancing production in an economically sustainable manner. The activities began with identifying the problems and needs of farmers, followed by the creation of design concepts and detailed machine design. After the procurement of materials, the screening and mixing machines were constructed and tested in the Mechanical Workshop to ensure that all components functioned properly. The capacity test showed a maximum capability of 372 kg/hour with the materials well mixed at 200 rpm for 5 min. Next, implementation and a brief training session were conducted to ensure that farmers could operate the machines. With this technology, the farmers could increase the production of growing media in a shorter time with more consistent results. The oyster mushroom production and the economic welfare of farmers were expected to be increased, supporting the development of the local agricultural sector and providing a model that could be adopted by farmers in other regions. Keywords: Community Partnership Program, Oyster mushroom,Growing media, Screening and mixing machines