Pengembangan Ternak Kambing Berkelanjutan dalam Pemberdayaan Masyarakat di Kembang Janggut Sustainable Development of Goat Farming for Community Empowerment in Kembang Janggut

Abstract

This community service program aimed to enhance community understanding and motivation in developing goat farming as an alternative source of income amid heavy dependence on the mining and oil palm plantation sectors. The activity was conducted in Long Beleh Haloq, Long Beleh Modang, and Muai villages, Kembang Janggut Subdistrict, Kutai Kartanegara Regency, targeting rural communities. The method employed was participatory socialization combined with interactive discussions. The results indicated that community participation reached approximately 80% of the targeted participants. Qualitatively, there was an improvement in knowledge, changes in attitudes, and increased motivation among community members toward goat farming as a sustainable economic opportunity. Furthermore, initial initiatives emerged from the community to start goat-farming businesses, both individually and collectively. This program has the potential to generate positive impacts on income diversification, strengthening of social institutions, and more optimal utilization of local resources. However, further assistance and technical support are required to ensure program sustainability. Therefore, a goat farming-based community empowerment model can serve as an effective strategy to enhance the economic independence of rural communities.