Sekolah Lapang IoT: Pengembangan Masyarakat Desa Wisata Berbasis Budidaya Ikan Koi Melalui Pengembangan Teknologi Digital

Abstract

The innovation of Internet of Things (IoT) technology has begun to gain recognition in koi aquaculture activities. IoT is expected to help koi farmers address growing challenges such as fluctuating water quality, feeding errors, disease outbreaks, and increasing market competition. The IoT Field School aims to strengthen the capacity of Tourism Village communities in managing koi aquaculture through the use of digital technology based on the Internet of Things (IoT). In addition, the IoT Field School is expected to serve as an IPB University technopark that supports the development of practical digital technologies for rural communities. The activities were carried out through training on IoT frameworks for koi aquaculture, including the use of sensors to monitor water and soil quality, layout planning for IoT system and sensor installation in culture ponds, and the application of IoT for automated feeding. Participants were also introduced to cost estimates for developing affordable IoT systems as a potential long-term investment. In addition, participants received training and guidance on producing short films as a media tool for promoting koi. The series of activities was held in Kuwut Hamlet, Kemloko Village, Nglegok District, Blitar Regency, from 24 to 27 September 2025. Through this training, koi farmers were equipped with knowledge of IoT frameworks for koi aquaculture. The program also provided farmers with the skills and understanding needed to promote koi through engaging and interactive short films. Overall, the program suggests that farmers are beginning to show interest in using IoT for koi cultivation. The adoption of IoT has the potential to improve farming efficiency, enhance the village’s tourism appeal, and foster technological self reliance that could be uniqueness and added value that distinguishes it from other koi farming communities.