From Knowledge to Practice: Boosting Soybean Productivity with Bioenzym in Coastal Communities

The University of Bengkulu, through its Doctoral Program in Natural Resource Management (PSDA), has conducted a Community Service (PkM) activity aimed at providing practical and innovative knowledge to local farmers. This program focused on the socialization of bioenzym application in soybean cultivation, targeting members of the Rezeki Bersama Women Farmers Group in Beringin Raya Village.

The activity was led by Prof. Dr. Ir. Rr. Yudhy Harini Bertham, M.P., Head of the PSDA Doctoral Program at UNIB. The initiative aims to enhance the farmers’ knowledge and broaden their perspective on sustainable and productive soybean farming.

During the socialization, participants were introduced to bioenzym technology, methods of application on soybean crops, and the benefits for soil quality and crop yield. The program also provided an interactive platform for discussion, allowing group members to share experiences and learn directly from experts.

Prof. Yudhy emphasized that empowering coastal communities through agricultural innovation is part of the PSDA Doctoral Program’s commitment to sustainable natural resource management and improving local livelihoods.

Through this program, the Rezeki Bersama Women Farmers Group is expected to apply bioenzym technology effectively, increase soybean productivity, and serve as a model for innovative farming practices in coastal areas of Bengkulu.