Community Economic Empowerment through Avocado Cultivation Assistance in Made Village, Slogohimo District, Wonogiri Regency, Central Java

This study aims to analyze the process and outcomes of community economic empowerment through the avocado cultivation assistance program in Desa Made, Wonogiri Regency. The program was initiated in response to local farmers’ limited knowledge of high-quality avocado seedlings and inadequate cultivation techniques, which hindered agricultural productivity and income growth. Using a participatory approach, the program involved the distribution of 108 high-quality seedlings to 36 households, accompanied by training, socialization sessions on cultivation and marketing strategies, and continuous technical mentoring. The findings reveal that the initiative effectively enhanced farmers’ understanding of sustainable avocado cultivation, improved the survival and growth rate of avocado plants, and increased community participation in agricultural innovation. Furthermore, the program contributed to raising household income and promoting environmentally friendly farming practices. Overall, this empowerment model demonstrates that integrating training, resource provision, and mentoring can significantly strengthen rural economic resilience. Keywords: community empowerment, avocado cultivation, agricultural mentoring, rural economy, sustainable development.