Penerapan Precision Feeding Dan Hi-Feed Suplemen Untuk Peningkatan Produktivitas Domba Di Desa Cinangka, Bogor

Purpose – Sheep farming in Indonesia has high potential, yet farmers in Cinangka, Ciampea, Bogor, face challenges with feed, breeding quality, and climate impacts. Community empowerment efforts address these issues through the application of precision feeding technology and Hi-Feed Supplement innovation. Design/methodology/approach – The program involved 40 farmers from Sejahtera Tani Farm and Koperasi Perdana Mandiri Sejahtera. Activities began with socialization, training, and mentoring of farmers in applying precision feeding and utilizing local raw materials as alternative feed. Findings – Evaluation results demonstrated an increase in farmers' knowledge and skills in calculating the nutritional needs of sheep and achieving more efficient feed use. Sheep body weight increased by an average of 79%, with a mortality rate of 0%. The application of this technology successfully improved livestock productivity, reduced feed costs, and enhanced sheep weight. Originality/value – The Hi-Feed Supplement innovation also proved effective in maintaining livestock health during the dry season. This program indicates that precision feeding technology and feed supplements can improve the efficiency of sheep farming and promote sustainable business development