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The program was led by Dr. Hamonangan Situmorang, S.T., M.T., a faculty member of the Telecommunication Engineering Research Group, and involved two additional researchers, Samuel Tommy Setiadjie, S.T., and Averroes Aji Van Tafakur, S.T. The event was officially opened by the Village Head of Banjarangsana and attended by local community figures, including Asep Puadi and the Head of Kampung Lember, Abdulloh.

In this initiative, the ITB team introduced a digital and automated technology-based livestock system specifically designed for household-scale operations. The system focused on poultry and inland aquaculture farming, aiming to enhance efficiency and increase the productivity of local farmers.

The system includes a set of sensors and actuators that automate various livestock care processes. Sensors are used to monitor temperature, humidity, and air quality inside coops and fish ponds.

“Meanwhile, the actuators are designed to manage several critical functions, such as automatic feeding, integrated ventilation systems with fans, automatic heat lamps, and exhaust systems to reduce ammonia odors from chicken waste. All of these components are connected to a digital dashboard that displays historical data, current conditions, and livestock environment forensics, which can be easily accessed by farmers,” explained Dr. Hamonangan.

According to Dr. Hamonangan, this system is highly relevant to the needs of rural communities who wish to develop small-scale farming businesses but face limitations in time and labor. “This technology allows for efficient and independent livestock management, making it suitable for families looking to increase their income without leaving their primary jobs,” he said.

The initiative was well received by the local residents. Abdulloh, Head of Kampung Lember, expressed his hope that the technology could help reduce operational costs and boost livestock production for the community.

On the other hand, the Village Head of Banjarangsana, Momon Syahmanriadi, S.Pd., also expressed appreciation for the initiative and hoped that collaboration between higher education institutions and rural communities could continue through the development of appropriate and practical technologies.

This program stands as a tangible example of ITB’s contribution to the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, particularly in the field of community service and rural development through technology-based solutions.