https://ejournal.trescode.org/index.php/jcd <p><strong>TGO Journal of Community Development </strong>is a community service scientific journal published by Trescode Green Organization. This journal focuses on scientific work resulting from community empowerment activities, increasing workforce competence, as well as activities applying technology to improve the community's economy. Period published twice a year in January-June and July-December. E-ISSN: <a href="https://issn.brin.go.id/terbit/detail/20230507042326826" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2987-1573</a>, P-ISSN <a href="https://issn.brin.go.id/terbit/detail/20230507162316237" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2987-3460</a>.<br />The focus and scope of this journal are the fields of business and economics, social, agriculture and fisheries, religion, application of technology, community empowerment and development, preservation of arts and culture, and improvement of workforce skills.</p> Trescode Green Organization en-US TGO Journal of Community Development 2987-3460 https://ejournal.trescode.org/index.php/jcd/article/view/139 <p>Tofu dregs are easily perishable waste, so they cannot be stored for a long time. The people of Pondokrejo Village so far have not innovated regarding MSME products, especially production waste. Therefore, the use of tofu dregs aims to make processed food in the form of products that have economic value so that they can improve the economy of Pondokrejo Village. In this study, data collection was carried out using qualitative research methods, specifically using interview and survey techniques. In the early stages, the author conducted interviews with Pondokrejo Village officials to find out about MSMEs in Pondokrejo Village and conducted an FGD (Focus Group Discussion) by explaining about tofu waste to increase selling value and collect suggestions and input regarding product innovation. New knowledge and perspectives regarding tofu waste which is processed into innovative stick products were given to tofu entrepreneurs, PKK mothers, and Posyandu cadres. Apart from that, the importance of e-commerce accounts, where marketing through digital marketing is a very important forum for disseminating the marketing goals of a product. Based on this research, it can be concluded that tofu waste can be reprocessed into value-added products. The waste&nbsp; was obtained&nbsp; from the production of tofu in Pondokrejo Village, which was originally used as livestock feed for the residents and then reprocessed into an innovative snack product, namely "Ma' Nyaman Tofu Dregs Sticks".</p> Muhdar Muhdar Cindy Prasetia Sari Berliana Maharis Arrishala Gilang Maulana Bilhaq Copyright (c) 2024 Muhdar Muhdar, Cindy Prasetia Sari, Berliana Maharis Arrishala, Gilang Maulana Bilhaq https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 2024-07-20 2024-07-20 2 2 82 87 10.56070/jcd.2024.012 https://ejournal.trescode.org/index.php/jcd/article/view/141 <p>The small business mentoring program in Mlokorejo village, Jember aims to increase the capacity and competitiveness of small businesses so that they can grow sustainably and contribute to local economic development. The program aims to provide managerial and technical skills training, introduction of new technologies, and market access support. The program is carried out through three main stages: planning, implementation, and evaluation. In the planning stage, the specific needs of small businesses are identified through surveys and discussions with stakeholders. The implementation stage includes training, mentoring, and market access support. Evaluation was carried out using qualitative analysis methods through interviews, focus group discussions, and field observations. The results showed significant improvements in the managerial and technical skills of participants, adoption of new technologies that increase production efficiency, and wider market access that contributed to increased sales. However, challenges remain in terms of access to financing and product development that require further attention. The program has succeeded in increasing the capacity of small businesses through the training and support provided. Adoption of new technologies and expanded market access have had a positive impact on productivity and sales.</p> Yani Dahliani Hary Sulaksono Copyright (c) 2024 Yani Dahliani, Hary Sulaksono https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 2024-07-30 2024-07-30 2 2 88 94 10.56070/jcd.2024.013