PENINGKATAN NILAI EKONOMI CABAI MELALUI TEKNIK BUDIDAYA DAN PENGOLAHAN PASCA PANEN YANG INOVATIF DI DESA LIABALANO KABUPATEN MUNA

Abstrak

Chili pepper is a strategic horticultural commodity with high economic value, yet farmers in Liabalano Village, Muna Regency, still face challenges including low productivity due to traditional cultivation techniques and high post-harvest losses. Dependence on fresh chili sales makes farmers vulnerable to sharp price fluctuations, especially during harvest peaks. This Community Service Program (PKM) was conducted over one month in October–November 2025, involving 25 participants from farmer groups and Liabalano Village residents. Activities included extension on modern chili cultivation techniques (selection of superior varieties, balanced fertilization, integrated pest management, and simple irrigation systems) and post-harvest processing training (sorting, traditional drying, and chili powder production). Implementation methods comprised lectures, demonstrations, interactive discussions, and hands-on practice. Results showed significant improvement in participants’ knowledge and skills. Participants were able to practice hanging drying techniques and produce hygienically standardized chili powder. Processing chili into value-added products has the potential to extend shelf life, stabilize selling prices, and open new business opportunities for village communities.

Kata kunci

• Bubuk Cabai
• Cabai
• Nilai ekonomi
• Pasca Panen
• Teknik Budidaya