Taufik Rizal Dwi Adi Nugroho, Mohammad Wahyu Firdaus, Mardiyah Hayati, Aminah Happy Muninthofa Ariyani, Dian Eswin Wijayanti, Fatahullah, Desi Ramadhani, Syauqi Agung Firmanda
Biogas technology, which uses livestock waste as raw material offers an innovative solution to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while promoting environmental and household economic sustainability. This study has two main objectives: To identify the socio-economic and demographic factors that influence the decision to adopt biogas and to assess its impact on household food security using the Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES). The research involves 200 livestock-owning households in East Java. Probit regression analysis revealed that farmers' experience, livestock ownership, land ownership, farmer group membership, agricultural extension services, and market partnerships significantly affect biogas adoption decisions. The impact of biogas adoption on food security was analysed using Propensity Score Matching (PSM), showing that biogas adoption significantly reduces food insecurity and improves food availability. Additionally, the use of bioslurry as organic fertiliser enhances agricultural productivity, supports food stability, and reduces household expenses. This study provides crucial insights and significant contributions for policymakers to scale up biogas adoption as part of national food security strategies and for the independent enhancement of clean and sustainable energy. This research also contributes to the literature on renewable energy and rural development, with implications for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). © 2026 UMT Press
Agribusiness Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Trunojoyo Madura University, East Java, Bangkalan, 69162, Indonesia; Agriculture Socio-Economic Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Brawijaya University, East Java, Malang, 65145, Indonesia
