UNIB Lecturers Assist MSMEs in Diversifying Oyster Mushroom Products at PT Saefis Maharasa, Bengkulu City
Bengkulu City, July–November 2025 – Lecturers from the Department of Agricultural Cultivation, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Bengkulu (UNIB), have been actively assisting PT Saefis Maharasa, a micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) located in Pematang Gubernur Subdistrict, Muara Bangkahulu District, Bengkulu City. This activity is part of the Community Service Program (PPM) that supports the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, particularly in the field of community empowerment and innovation.
Strengthening Collaboration between Universities and Local MSMEs
The PPM Universitas Bengkulu team began its mentoring program in July 2025, with activities scheduled to continue until November 2025. The initiative aims to build sustainable collaboration and knowledge sharing between the university and local MSMEs, especially in agricultural product innovation and business development.
Diversifying Oyster Mushroom-Based Products
The program focuses on the diversification of oyster mushroom processed products produced by PT Saefis Maharasa. The company, led by Ade Mahaputra, S.E., is well known for its flagship product line, D’Jamur, which includes mushroom chips in popular flavors such as original, balado (spicy chili), barbecue, and extra spicy. These healthy snacks are widely enjoyed by young consumers and tourists, making them one of Bengkulu’s signature products.
Through this collaboration, the University of Bengkulu PPM team introduced innovative mushroom-based products such as oyster mushroom dim sum and oyster mushroom fish cakes, utilizing Bengkulu’s abundant local mushroom resources. The goal is to enhance product variety, support business competitiveness, and promote sustainable oyster mushroom cultivation in the region.
Academic and Student Involvement
The community service team is led by Prof. Dr. Ir. Catur Herison, M.Sc., and supported by members Prof. Dr. Ir. Rustikawati, M.Si., Dr. Euis Nursaadah, S.Pd., M.Pd., and Dr. Hesti Pujiwati, S.P., M.Si. Two Agroecotechnology students, Nur Ain Nadia and Prinky Saputra (ninth semester), also participated in the implementation process, contributing to field data collection and product testing.
Director Ade Mahaputra expressed his appreciation for the collaboration, stating that the innovations would strengthen the company’s competitiveness and open new market opportunities for oyster mushroom-based food products in Bengkulu.
