PEMBERDAYAAN KELOMPOK WANITA TANI (KWT) MELALUI PEMANFAATAN LALAT TENTARA HITAM DAN Trichoderma sp. SEBAGAI AGEN BIOFUNGISIDA DAN PEMBUATAN PUPUK ORGANIK DI MAKASSAR, SULAWESI SELATAN

Chili cultivation activities in various regions encounter many problems. Therefore, this encouraged us to develop technology transfer on utilization of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens), Trichoderma , and organic fertilizer through community service activities. This activity was a collaboration between Institut Teknologi Bandung and Hasanuddin University to transfer knowledge and skills to farmer women group members on utilization of black soldier fly and beneficial microorganisms such as Trichoderma . Both agents could be employed in converting organic waste into organic fertilizer for chilli plantation plants in Makassar, South Sulawesi. The methodology used in this activity including explanation of the important role of both black soldier flies and Trichoderma sp. in the chili cultivation system, compost making practices, as well as training and assistance during chili cultivation. Outputs in this activity were increased knowledge and skills of farmer women groups regarding the utilization of black soldier flies and Trichoderma , the ability to make compost, and increased skills of farmer women group members in chili cultivation. It can be concluded that the introduction of black soldier flies and Trichoderma was responded very well by farmer women group members as well as fully supported by village officials and stakeholders at the activity site. Not only did farmer group members get new information and insights, but they also gained skills in the use of black soldier flies and Trichoderma as biodecomposers and biofungicide agents. This activity was expected to increase the motivation of farmer women groups in improving the quality of life and independence in the family by optimizing their backyard for the cultivation of horticultural crops such as chili. The harvested chili was successful and subsequently delivered to consumers. The results of this activity were also disseminated at the National Seminar on Community Services, carried out by the Jurnal Dinamika Pengabdian, UNHAS in August 2019.Keywords: ...