Strengthening Community-Based Tilapia Aquaculture Through Biofloc Technology: Evidence from Paccerakkang, Makassar, Indonesia
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Biofloc technology has emerged as a sustainable aquaculture innovation capable of improving production efficiency while minimizing environmental impacts, making it particularly suitable for small-scale fish farming in areas with limited land and water resources. However, its adoption among community-based tilapia farmers remains constrained by limited technical knowledge, inadequate managerial skills, and insufficient extension support. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of a community empowerment program based on the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach to strengthen farmers' capacity in adopting biofloc-based tilapia farming in Paccerakkang Sub-district, Makassar City, Indonesia. A community-based participatory research design combining qualitative and quantitative approaches was employed. Data were collected through field observations, semi-structured interviews, questionnaires, and documentation during four implementation stages: asset identification, technical training, field mentoring, and program evaluation. The findings indicate that the intervention significantly improved participants' knowledge and practical skills in pond preparation, biofloc formation, water quality management, feeding strategies, disease prevention, harvesting techniques, and simple financial record-keeping. Participants also demonstrated greater readiness to implement environmentally sustainable aquaculture practices while recognizing the economic potential of biofloc technology in improving production efficiency and household income. Continuous mentoring further strengthened farmers' managerial competencies and enhanced confidence in adopting innovative cultivation techniques. The study concludes that integrating biofloc technology with participatory community empowerment effectively supports sustainable aquaculture development by increasing farmers' technical capacity, operational efficiency, and business competitiveness. These findings provide practical recommendations for fisheries extension programs and policymakers seeking to promote resilient, environmentally friendly, and community-based freshwater aquaculture in Indonesia.
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