Empowering the Jayapura Community through Maggot-Based Organic Chicken Farming to Strengthen Food Security and Family Nutrition

Abstract

This community service program aims to improve food security, family nutrition, and public health through the innovation of organic chicken farming using maggot feed derived from local organic waste. The program was implemented in Sereh Housing, Pos 7 Sentani, Jayapura Regency, involving local residents and the TIM BIBIT Papua team. The methods included nutrition education, technical training in maggot and organic chicken farming, implementation mentoring, and the establishment of local farmer groups. The results showed an increase in community knowledge about balanced nutrition and organic waste utilization, a 20–25% increase in chicken productivity within four weeks, and a rise in animal protein consumption among participating families. This activity also contributed to stunting prevention efforts by providing high-quality protein sources from organic chicken meat and eggs. The program successfully transformed household waste into productive resources, strengthened family food security, and raised community awareness of healthy and environmentally friendly food practices.