COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM: TRAINING ON GRAPE CULTIVATION USING THE CIRCULAR TRELLIS METHOD IN PEKAYON, TANGERANG

Abstract

This activity is motivated by the potential benefits of grape cultivation which has a positive impact on the community to utilize the available land around the house. Some people in Pekayon Village have tried to grow grapes in their homes, but due to a lack of knowledge, they often experience crop failure and the plants do not grow optimally. Another obstacle in growing grapes in the community is the high cost of fertilizers used to treat grape plants as well as the concern that the community does not have enough land due to narrow house gardens. Therefore, it is important to conduct training on grape cultivation. The methods used include socialization and hands-on training. In this activity, socialization and training were carried out on the correct planting and maintenance procedures for grape vines. Planting is done using the ring vine method so that it can be used in medium-sized pots, not requiring a large yard. In this activity, socialization was also carried out on the use of kitchen waste for organic fertilizer so that it does not require expensive fertilizers in its maintenance. From the results of this PKM, the presentation of participants' confidence increased by 85% in planting and caring for grape plants.