UGM KKN-PPM students conducted sword bean planting in Namu Village, Laonti District, South Konawe Regency.
This initiative aims to provide an alternative to soybeans in tempeh production, highlighting the team’s commitment to sustainable agricultural practices.
“My team, alongside fellow students, is dedicated to exploring alternatives for soybeans in tempeh production through the cultivation of sword beans,” shared Sherly Rayhan Sinta Putri, representing the team on Monday (Mar. 4).
The sword bean planting endeavor seeks to inspire the community in Namu Village and encourage the widespread cultivation of sword beans.
“Sword beans, belonging to the legume family, are versatile creeping shrubs,” explained Sherly Putri.
She elaborated on the nutritional profile of sword beans, emphasizing their high protein content at 27.4 percent, complemented by 66.1 percent carbohydrates and 2.9 percent fat.
“Given their impressive protein content, sword beans hold promise as a viable substitute for soybeans in tempeh production,” she added.
Under the guidance of lecturer Eko Tri Sulistyani, the team undertook sword bean planting on a resident’s land in Polepoleloa, Namu Village.
Sherly Putri underscored the adaptability of sword beans to thrive in marginal areas characterized by high temperatures and humidity, making them well-suited for tropical climates.
“We aspire for the sustainable cultivation of sword beans, fostering food self-sufficiency in Namu Village,” she emphasized.
Author: Agung Nugroho