Agrisaintifika: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Pertanian
Aims & scope Agribusiness, Food, Livestock, Agricultural Technology, Animal Science, ect ISSN P-ISSN: 2580-0345 | E-ISSN: 2580-748X Editor in chief Ludfia Windyasmara Schedule February, June & November APC 400.000 IDR Language Indonesia & English Indexed Sinta 4, Google Scholar, Garuda, Dimensions
AN ANALYSIS OF THE BUSINESS FEASIBILITY OF FROZEN PINEAPPLE PRODUCTS (Ananas comosus) IN MARDI SERDANG SELANGOR MALAYSIA
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) belongs to the tropical fruit group because pineapple is not a seasonal fruit, its price is consistent and affordable. The pineapple industry in Malaysia is between industries under the agrofood sector that play an important role in supporting the country's development progress, including the socioeconomic development of agricultural entrepreneurs. This study aims to evaluate costs, sales revenue, and profit, as well as to assess the Break Even Point (BEP), Revenue Cost Ratio (R/C), and Benefit Cost Ratio (B/C) in the frozen pineapple production business in MARDI, Serdang Selangor, Malaysia. The location in this study was at the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) Serdang. In this study, data was collected using observation methods on frozen pineapple products at MARDI Serdang Malaysia. In this study, the data used included primary and secondary data. Research results show total revenue of Rp. 79,200,000 and a total production cost of Rp. 57,686,544, the frozen pineapple fruit business business received a net income of IDR. 21.513.456. This shows significant business potential and an R/Cratio of 1.37 shows each production cost expenditure of Rp. 1 generates Rp. 1 income. 1,37. The value of B/Cratio is 0.37, which indicates that the frozen pineapple fruit business in MARDI Serdang is quite efficient and profitable, so it is worth continuing. Keywords: Agrifood, Ananas comosus, MARDI, Production Cost.
Copyright (c) 2025 Shela Santika Damanik, Salsabila, Nik Rozana Nik Mohd Masdek, Joanna Cho Ler Ling https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
TEST OF MUSHROOMS BAGLOG WASTE RESIDUE AND BIOCHAR COMPOST ON SOIL CHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND GROWTH OF PAKCOY (Brassica rapa L.)
This research aims to determine the effect of baglog waste residue and biochar compost on soil chemical properties and the growth of pak choy (Brasicca rapa L.). The pot experiment used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with a 4x4 factorial pattern with 3 replications. Variables observed in the research included plant height, number of leaves, root length, plant fresh weight, root fresh weight, soil pH, CEC, K, Ca and Mg. number of leaves, root length, plant fresh weight, root fresh weight, soil pH, CEC, K, Ca and Mg. Observation data were tabulated and analyzed using analysis of variance (Anova) in a completely randomized design. Next, it was tested further using the Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT) with a significance level of 5%. The soil chemical parameters analyzed are: Potassium (Bray I Method), Calcium and Magnesium (MSS), Cation Exchange Capacity (Distillation, Ammonium acetate at pH 7), soil pH (with a pH meter). The results of the research showed that the treatment of L2 mushroom baglog waste (50% soil: 50% baglog waste) and B2 biochar compost (50% biochar compost: 50% soil) could improve soil chemical properties such as soil pH, CEC, K, Ca, Mg and growth. Pakcoy.
Copyright (c) 2025 Deseriana Bria, Valentina Usolin, Hyldegardis Naisali, Natalia Desy Djata Ndua, Magdalena Sunarty Pareira https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
OPTIMIZATION OF PRODUCTIVITY OF RICE BEAN PLANTS (Vigna angularis L.) BY UTILIZING BIOCHAR AND GOAT MANURE
This study aims to determine the effect of the best dosage of biochar and goat manure on the growth and yield of rice beans (Vigna umbellata.) and to determine the interaction between the administration of biochar and goat manure on the growth and yield of rice beans (Vigna umbellata.). This study used a two-factorial completely randomized design consisting of 2 factors, namely: the first factor is biochar consisting of 3 levels: biochar 5 tons/ha, biochar 10 tons/ha, and biochar 15 tons/ha. The second factor is goat manure consisting of 3 levels, namely: goat manure 5 tons/ha, goat manure 10 tons/ha, and goat manure 15 tons/ha. Based on the treatment levels used, 9 combinations were obtained which were repeated 5 times so that there were 45 experimental units. The results of the variance analysis showed a significant interaction between the treatment of biochar and goat manure on the length of pods and the number of seeds per plant, but had no effect on seed weight. The best combination was found at a dose of 15 tons/ha of biochar and 15 tons/ha of goat manure, which produced the highest pod length of 11.70 cm. and the number of seeds (31.40 seeds). These results indicate that the synergy between the two treatments can significantly increase plant yields compared to single treatments. This research demonstrates the value of treatment combinations to increase plant productivity, as well as the need for further exploration for more optimal doses and combinations. Keywords: Biochar, Adzuki Bean, Goat Manure.
Copyright (c) 2025 Kristina Irna Naikofi, Magdalena Sunarty Pareira, Fansiska Xaveria Lau https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
UTILIZATION OF CASSAVA SKIN AS POC MATERIAL AND 50% NPK FOR GROWTH AND PRODUCTION OF LETTUCE (LACTUCA SATIVA L.) ON ULTISOL LAND
Ultisol land is one of the types of soil that is less fertile and has a high level of acidity, making it a challenge in the cultivation of horticultural plants such as lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.). The excessive use of chemical fertilizers not only has a negative impact on the environment but also degrades soil quality sustainably. Therefore, environmentally friendly innovations are needed, one of which is the utilization of household organic waste such as cassava peels as the base material for Liquid Organic Fertilizer (LOF). This study aims to determine the effect of the combination of Cassava Peel Liquid Organic Fertilizer (LOF) and 50% NPK fertilizer on the growth and production of lettuce plants in ultisol land. The research was conducted in February-March 2025 using a Randomized Block Design (RBD) with four treatments, namely without LOF (100% NPK), and cassava peel LOF with doses of 13.75 ml, 15 ml, and 16.25 ml, each combined with 50% NPK. The observed parameters include the number of leaves, leaf width, leaf length, root length, fresh weight, canopy weight, and root weight. The research results show that the application of cassava peel LOF has a significant effect on the number of leaves, leaf width, leaf length, root length, fresh weight, canopy weight, and root weight. The use of cassava peel LOF, especially at a dosage of 16.25ml, can enhance the growth and production of lettuce compared to the application of 100% NPK. This treatment can be an alternative to environmentally friendly fertilizers in marginal lands such as ultisol. Keywords: Cassava peel, Lettuce, LOF, NPK, Ultisol
Copyright (c) 2025 Putri Hani Hendri, Fedri Ibnusina, Arnayulis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
VILLAGE POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY BASED ON VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT INDEX (IDM) IN DUSUN BARU 1 VILLAGE, CENTRAL BENGKULU REGENCY
Dusun Baru I Village, located in Pondok Kubang District, Central Bengkulu Regency, faced several challenges in its development. This study aimed to formulate a development strategy for Dusun Baru I Village based on the Village Development Index (IDM) and determine the village's position in the SWOT quadrant based on internal and external factors. Dusun Baru I Village encountered limited access to capital and a low utilization of local potential. This research employed a qualitative descriptive method, which aimed to analyze objects, conditions, human groups, or other phenomena in their natural state without experimental intervention. Data collection techniques included interviews, documentation, and questionnaires. The results of the IDM analysis indicated that Dusun Baru I Village had a score of 0.7857, categorizing it as an advanced village. IDM consisted of three indexes, and in this study, the environmental resilience index had the highest score. This finding suggested that Dusun Baru I Village had a well-managed environmental system with minimal disaster risks that could hinder village development. Meanwhile, the social resilience index showed that the social aspect of this village was already strong. This reflected a high level of education, adequate healthcare, and well-preserved cultural and social diversity, which contributed to a stable social condition that supported village development. However, the economic resilience index indicated that the village’s economic aspect remained a major challenge. The SWOT analysis placed this village in Quadrant II, which suggested the need for a diversification strategy to address greater external threats than the available opportunities. The proposed alternative strategies included utilizing land for public facilities, strengthening the village transportation system to support agricultural product distribution, and optimizing digital technology for micro-business marketing and disaster response information systems. Keywords: developing village indeks, development strategy, SWOT
Copyright (c) 2025 Efni, Gita Mulyasari, Lathifah Khairani, Yopi Saleh https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
EFFECT OF RICE BRAN SOURDOUGH ON THE QUALITY OF RICE BRAN LOAF BREAD
Sourdough is a fermented mixture of water and flour. Sourdough can be used in making bread with good nutritional content. Instant yeast which is usually used for making bread has adverse effect on health if consumed directly compared to using natural yeast. However, currently sourdough is being developed as a bread developer. This research aims to analyze the effect of the concentration of natural yeast on the physical and chemical characteristics, the shelf life and sensory properties of rice bran bread. The method of this research used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with control variables of instant yeast and sourdough concentration of 10%; 20%; 30%; and 40% of the total weight of flour. The tests carried out include the physical quality of the bread, organoleptic tests and proximate content tests. Based on the results of the ANOVA test for texture and color, the same results were obtained so that the best results were determined based on the organoleptic testing, which is rice bran bread with 30% sourdough concentration. Based on proximate analysis, it shows that sourdough rice bran bread has a lower total energy content (195.51 kcal/100g), fat content (3.36%), NaCl content (1.49%), carbohydrate content (26.98%) and reducing sugar (5.39%) also has higher protein content (14.34%) than ricebran bread that uses instant yeast. Sourdough rice bran bread has a longer shelf life compared to rice bran bread using instant yeast. Keywords: bread, physical and chemical qualities, rice bran, shelf-life, sourdough
Copyright (c) 2025 Ismiyati, Arief Rakhman Affandi, Fafa Nurdyansyah, M. Khoiron Ferdiansyah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
CHANGES IN SOIL CHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND TOMATO CROPS YIELD GIVEN MARKET WASTE COMPOST LEASE
Long-term use of chemical fertilizers could accelerate the decline in soil quality, while organic waste from fruit markets in Kendari City increases every year in line with the increase of population. In this regard, the goal of this study was to evaluate the effect of leachate from fruit market waste compost on several soil chemical properties and tomato yield on Ultisol. The study was carried out on experimental farm at the Faculty of Agriculture, Halu Oleo University from December 2021 to February 2022. This study used a randomized block design consisted of 4 treatments, namely: No leachate (P0), 200 ml polybag-1 (P1), 400 ml polybag-1 (P2), 600 ml polybag-1 (P3). The results highlighted that the application of leachate from fruit market waste increased organic C, total N, available P and total K in the soil linearly. The highest increase was achieved when applying 600 ml per polybag-1 (P3) of leachate by 49.83%, 42.85%, 71.68% and 72.82% over the control (P0). Application of leachate improved the plant height, number of branches, number of fruit and fruit weight compared to other treatments. The highest number of fruit and the heaviest fruit weight were recorded when supplementing 600 ml of polybag-1 leachate by 6.33 pieces and 85.60 g. Keywords: Leachate, organic C, tomato, ultisol
Copyright (c) 2025 Darwis Suleman, Syamsu Alam, La Ode Rustam, Agus Setiawan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
RISK ANALYSIS OF CABBAGE FARMING IN SELUPU REJANG DISTRICT, REJANG LEBONG REGENCY
The purpose of this study was to analyze the level of production risk, price risk, and cost risk in cabbage farming in Selupu Rejang District, Rejang Regency, Bengkulu Province. This research used descriptive quantitative method with survey approach. The research sample was 92 cabbage farmers selected by purposive sampling from the four largest cabbage producing villages. Data analysis was done by calculating the mean, variance, standard deviation, coefficient of variation, and lower limit. Based on the results of the study, it is known that the level of risk of production, price, and cost is low because the CV value <0.5 with a production CV value of 0.0013, a price CV value of 0.0018 and a cost CV value of 0.000033. In addition, the value of the lower limit (L) is more than 0, which means that farmers have the opportunity to experience profits with a production L value of 570,228, a price L value of 320,865, and a cost L value of 936,009,909. Keywords: risk, farming, cabbage.
Copyright (c) 2025 Destin Damayanti, Ellys Yuliarti, Bambang Sumantri, Alfayanti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
EFFECTIVENESS OF INORGANIC FERTILIZER NPK (16-16-16) ON CABBAGE PLANTS
Plants can utilize nutrients efficiently through interactions with various environmental factors. The balanced application of macronutrients is crucial for supporting optimal plant growth. This experiment aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of NPK (16-16-16) inorganic fertilizer in promoting the growth and yield of cabbage, as well as to assess its agronomic efficiency and economic feasibility. The treatments consisted of seven fertilization levels: no inorganic fertilizer (P0), reference inorganic fertilizer (P1), 0.5 dose (117 kg/ha) of test fertilizer (P2), 0.75 dose (176 kg/ha) (P3), 1.00 dose (235 kg/ha) (P4), 1.25 dose (293 kg/ha) (P5), and 1.5 dose (352 kg/ha) (P6). The results showed that the application of NPK (16-16-16) significantly improved plant growth (height and number of leaves) and cabbage yield (per plant, per plot, and per hectare) compared to the control treatment. Although no significant differences were observed among the NPK treatments, the application of half the recommended dose of NPK (16-16-16) provided the highest economic return. The recommended fertilizer dose for cabbage is 110 kg/ha, applied in two stages: 50% at one week after transplanting (WAT) and the remaining 50% at four WAT.
Copyright (c) 2025 Hafith Furqoni https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE INFLUENCE OF FARMER ABILITY AND FARMER MOTIVATION ON INCOME OF LARGE RED CHILI FARMING BUSINESS IN CIBEUREUM VILLAGE, SUKAMANTRI DISTRICT, CIAMIS REGENCY
This research aims to (1) the level of ability of large red chili farmers (2) the level of motivation of large red chili farmers (3) the level of income from large red chili farming (4) Analyzing the influence of farmer ability and farmer motivation on farming income in Cibeureum Village, Sukamantri District, Regency Ciamis. Data collection in this research used a survey method carried out in Cibeureum Village, Sukamantri District, Ciamis Regency. The number of respondents in this study was 32 respondents. The analysis in this research uses descriptive analysis and multiple linear regression analysis. The research results show that the level of farmers' ability to earn income is categorized as high. The level of motivation of farmers regarding farming income in Cibeureum Village, Sukamantri District, Ciamis Regency is categorized as high. The income level of large red chili farming is categorized as high. Farmers' abilities and farmers' motivation influence the income of large red chili farming in Cibeureum Village, Sukamantri District, Ciamis Regency. The Adjust R Square results show that farmer ability and farmer motivation have an influence of 69.30 percent on farming income.
Copyright (c) 2025 Andri Agustian, Candra Nuraini, Unang Atmaja https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
IMPROVEMENT OF THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF CORN FLOUR THROUGH FERMENTATION TECHNOLOGY USING MA-11 AND EM-4
This researchto determine the effect of corn tumpi fermentation with the addition of bioactivators MA-11 and EM-4 as well as urea and molasses on the content of BK, PK, and SK. The study was conducted at the Laboratory of the Faculty of Agriculture, Veteran Bangun Nusantara University for one month using a completely randomized design (CRD) with 3 treatments and 8 replications. The treatments were P0: 250 grams of corn tumpi + 2 grams of urea + 5 cc of molasses; P1: 250 grams of corn tumpi + 2% MA-11 + 2 grams of urea + 5 cc of molasses; P2: 250 grams of corn tumpi + 2% EM4 + 2 grams of urea + 5 cc of molasses. The results showed that the addition of MA-11 and EM-4 significantly increased the content of BK and PK, and also decreased the content of SK compared to the P0 / control treatment (P <0.01). Treatment P1 gave results that were not significantly different from treatment P2. The dry matter (DM) content in treatment P0 was 87.97%, P1: 88.65% and P2: 88.45%. Treatment P0 produced a crude protein (CP) content of 9.79%, P1: 11.37% and P2: 10.45%. The lowest crude fiber (CF) content was achieved by treatment P1 (3.70%) followed by treatment P2 (4.33%) and P0 (6.38%). The conclusion that can be drawn is that corn tumpi fermentation using MA-11 and EM4 with the addition of urea and molasses has a very significant effect on increasing CF content and decreasing CF content, but treatments P1 and P2 provide the same DM content. Bioactivator MA-11 provides a more effective effect than EM4 in increasing CF content and decreasing CF content.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nova Anjani, Sri Sukaryani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE EFFECT OF N FERTILIZER WITH MEDIA AND PLANTING ROWS IN VERTICULTURE CULTIVATION OF VERTIGATION SYSTEM ON PAKCOY PLANTS IN DRY LAND
Cultivation in dry land requires heavy management because it has a fairly low physical quality. The verticulture system with fertigation is an innovation in dryland cultivation that can increase pakchoi production. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the combination of N fertilizer with media formulation and planting rows in verticulture on pakchoi in dryland. This study used an experimental method with a Split Plot Design. The main plots of media and fertilizers consisted of: a combination of 50% soil planting media: biochar + 50% compost with 1 g/L urea + 40 mL/L POC + 10 mL/L BPN; a combination of 50% soil planting media: biochar + 50% compost with 0.75 g/L urea + 30 mL/L POC + 7.5 mL/L BPN; a combination of 25% soil planting media: biochar + 75% compost with 1 g/L urea fertilizer + 40 mL/L POC + 10 mL/L BPN; a combination of 25% soil planting media: biochar + 75% compost with 0.75 g/L urea + 30 mL/L POC + 7.5 mL/L BPN. The sub-plots consist of the first row; the second row; and the third row. The results showed that the combination of N fertilizer with the media formulation and rows was able to increase the growth and yield of pakchoi plants with the best results being a combination of 25% soil planting media: biochar + 75% compost with 0.75 g/L urea + 30 mL/L POC + 7.5 mL/L BPN and the second row in verticulture using the fertigation system. Keywords: Biochar, Compost, Liquid Organic Fertilizer, Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria, Urea.
Copyright (c) 2025 Noventus Be Neonbasu, Wilda Lumban Tobing https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE EFFECT OF THE AMOUNT OF SODIUM METOXIDE CATALYST AND HEATING TIME ON THE QUALITY OF SHORTENING PRODUCTS IN THE INTERESTERIFICATION PROCESS
Shortening is a solid plastic fat product that is widely used as a raw material in the production of food products such as biscuits, cakes, bread, and pastries. PT X produces shortening from the interesterification reaction of Refined, Bleached and Deodorized Palm Oil. (RBDPO). In the shortening production process using the interesterification method, it will be influenced by the amount of catalyst added and the heating time. The objective of this research is to analyze the effect of the amount of sodium methoxide catalyst and heating time on the interesterification process of RBDPO on the quality of shortening products. By considering the parameters of Solid Fat Content (SFC) and Slip Melting Point (SMP), an optimal method can be developed to improve the quality and stability of the shortening product. The variations of sodium methoxide catalyst used are concentrations of 0.050%; 0.100%; 0.125%; 0.25%; 0.375%; 0.500%, while the variations in heating time are 50 minutes, 40 minutes, and 30 minutes. The results of the research conducted show that the interesterification process of RBDPO into a shortening product with very good quality is achieved by using sodium methoxide catalyst with a concentration of 0.250% and a heating time of 40 minutes, in accordance with the standards set by PT X for Solid Fat Content (SFC) and Slip Melting Point. (SMP).
Copyright (c) 2025 Syafrinal, Pevi Riani, Melysa Putri, Renny Futeri, M. Ikhlas Armin, Gusfiyesi, Arisa Susanti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
FACTORS AFFECTING THE WELFARE OF FISHERMEN'S HOUSEHOLDS IN BENGKULU PROVINCE
Bengkulu Province has great marine potential and a long coastline, but the welfare of fishermen is still an issue that needs attention. This study aims to analyze the level of welfare and the factors that influence the welfare of fisher households in Bengkulu Province. The research location is in Bengkulu Province. In this study, the sample consisted of 200 purposively selected fisher households. Data were collected through secondary sources from the March 2023 National Socio-Economic Survey (Susenas) and related agencies. For data analysis, quantitative descriptive method and binary logistic regression were used to see the factors affecting the welfare of fisher households. The results show that the highest level of welfare is in Mukomuko District with a percentage of 93.75%. Factors that are proven to have a probability effect on the welfare of fisher households include the number of family dependents and the status of Non-Cash Food Assistance (BPNT) recipients. In contrast, variables such as age, years of education, boat ownership, as well as participation in assistance programs such as Kartu Keluarga Sejahtera (KKS) and Program Keluarga Harapan (PKH), are unlikely to have a significant effect on the welfare of fisher households in Bengkulu Province. These findings indicate that the government's role in raising awareness of the importance of limiting the number of family members can be done through socialization on family planning. The government needs to focus support through the BPNT assistance program on fisher households with more than four family members to improve their welfare.
Copyright (c) 2025 Melanda Oktapiani, Indra Cahyadinata, Lathifah Khairani, Istriningsih https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
STRATEGY TO IMPROVE THE CAPACITY OF MILLENNIAL FARMERS IN FACING THE PHENOMENON OF AGING FARMER IN CIAMIS DISTRICT, CIAMIS REGENCY
The success in achieving agricultural development is determined by quality human resources and a commitment to developing the agricultural sector. Millennial farmers are farmers aged 19-39 years and/or adaptive to digital technology. However, it is known that Indonesian agriculture is facing the aging farmer phenomenon where the number of young farmers is decreasing, while the number of farmers over 55 years old is increasing. This study aims to describe and analyze internal factors, namely the strengths and weaknesses of millennial farmers in Ciamis District, as well as to describe and analyze external factors, namely the opportunities and threats faced by millennial farmers, and to determine priority strategies for increasing the capacity of millennial farmers in Ciamis District, Ciamis Regency. This research method uses a case study with a discussion conducted in a qualitative descriptive manner. The respondent determination technique is carried out purposively or intentionally with certain considerations. This research was conducted in Ciamis District, Ciamis Regency. The analysis tool used is a SWOT analysis which includes Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats and a Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) analysis. The internal environment which is the main strength is the ability of cultivation techniques that have been tested through farmer training activities with a score of 0.412, while the main weakness factor is that millennial farmers have not been able to access capital and there has been no cooperation with institutions providing agricultural production inputs with a score of 0.120. The external environment which is the main opportunity is the ease of access to communication between millennial farmers and extension workers and Plant Pest Control (POPT) officers with a score of 0.372, while the main threat is the short shelf life of agricultural products with a score of 0.342. Alternative strategies that are a priority based on the QSPM analysis are the formation and development of farmer cooperatives or Agribusiness Microfinance Institutions (LKM-A) in the Ciamis District area with a score of 6.520.
Copyright (c) 2025 Amelia Nur Barokah, D Yadi Heryadi, Octaviana Helbawanti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
ANALYSIS OF RICE PLANT GROWTH (Oryza Sativa) IN POND (PLANTING MEDIA) AT VEGETATIVE STAGE IN LAVERNA GUNUNGSITOLI
This study aims to analyze the early growth of rice plants (Oryza sativa L.) at the vegetative stage, which are planted in ponds as an alternative medium in Laverna, Gunungsitoli, to address the challenge of limited rice field land. The method used is descriptive quantitative, with the observed parameters including plant height, number of stems, and number of leaves measured on days 7, 15, and 22 after planting. Samples were taken from 10 plants out of a total population of 35 planting holes with 5 stems per hole. The research results show a significant increase in growth during the observation period. The height of the plants increased from an average of 12 cm on day 7 to 29 cm on day 22. The number of stems also showed growth, from an average of 2.5 stems to 2.8 stems per plant. Meanwhile, the number of leaves increased more significantly from 5 to 11 leaves. However, this growth is not without challenges, especially the attack of golden apple snails (Pomacea canaliculata) which caused some plants to lose leaves and stems, and even die in some cases. However, the growth of the plants is supported by the pond conditions that provide stable moisture, as well as the presence of microorganisms in the growing medium that contribute to nutrient availability. This study concludes that pond cultivation systems have the potential to be an efficient alternative for rice farming in terms of water usage and adaptability to climate change, provided they are accompanied by pest management and the selection of appropriate varieties. Thus, this system can be developed as a sustainable agricultural solution in areas with limited rice field land, such as coastal regions and river basins. These findings are expected to serve as a foundation for further research as well as practical guidelines for farmers and stakeholders in the agricultural sector.
Copyright (c) 2025 Tuti Ariani Bawamenewi, Septin Melindra Gulo, Intan Novibriani Zendrato, Oferlina Harefa, Della Howu Howu Zendrato, Lilis Sartika Gulo, Priska Rahmat Yanti Zega https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
ADAPTABILITY OF FOOD CROP FARMERS TO WEATHER CHANGES IN NORTH CENTRAL TIMOR REGENCY
The adaptability of food crop farmers is the key to food security. North Central Timor Regency, which is one of the food crop centers in the border area between Indonesia and the Democratic Republic of Timor Leste, has experienced a decline in food crop production. The purpose of this study was to analyze factors influencing food crop production and the adaptability of food crop farmers in North Central Timor Regency. This study used quantitative analysis with Ordinary Least Square (OLS) analysis using the Cobb Douglass approach and multinominal logistic regression. The results showed that planting area affected food crop production. Food crop farmers need intensive assistance in dealing with weather changes. Farmers' knowledge and independence reduce the opportunities for farmers' adaptability.
Copyright (c) 2025 Mirna Nabuasa, Boanerges Sipayung, Marsianus Falo, Ody Matoneng https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
TEST OF TWO VARIETIES OF JASMINE (Jasminum sambac) AND FRUCTOSE CONCENTRATION IN Nagata and Takebe MEDIA ON SECONDARY METABOLITES CONTENT IN VITRO
Jasmine (Jasminum sambac) is one of the ornamental plants that are widely cultivated in Indonesia and is known to have economic value and benefits in various sectors, such as the perfume, pharmaceutical, and health industries. The purpose of this study was to determine the right efficiency in the concentration of fructose addition to the callus of two varieties of Jasmine on the content of secondary metabolites. The method used was a factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD), repeated 4 times and each replication contained 5 samples. The treatments were as follows: Factor 1 Variety: V1: Var. Jasminum officinale, V2: Var. Jasminum Grand Duke of Tuscany while in Factor 2 using the addition of Fructose concentration K1: 10 g, K2: 20g, K3: 30g. The results of the quantity and quality of callus showed the best growth in the treatment of jasmine variety Jasminum officinale with the addition of a fructose concentration of 20 g, while the highest secondary metabolite content was in the treatment of jasmine variety Jasminum officinale with the addition of a fructose concentration of 30 g.
Copyright (c) 2025 Surya Ari Widya, Medita Johana Pakula Bafiqi, Hakkul Bahiz Mahdani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
ANALYSIS OF RICE FARMING INCOME AND FACTORS INFLUENCING IT IN SINGGARAN DISTRICT, PATI, BENGKULU CITY
One of the sub-districts in Bengkulu City which is the largest rice producer with quite extensive agricultural land is Singgaran Pati Sub-district. However, the area of agricultural land in Singgaran Pati Sub-district has decreased every year due to land conversion, which has an impact on decreasing production volume. This study aims to analyze the amount of rice farming income and the factors that influence it in Singaran Pati Sub-district, Bengkulu City. This study uses descriptive and quantitative methods with a multiple linear regression analysis approach. Sampling in this study used the simple random sampling method which was selected randomly so that each population had the same chance of being selected. The results showed that the average income of rice farmers in Singaran Pati Sub-district was IDR 6,833,753 per planting season. From the results of the analysis, age, number of family dependents and land area had a significant influence on farmer income, while the factors of education level and farming experience showed no influence on farmer income. Keywords: Rice Farming, Income, Farming Factors Abstrak Salah satu Kecamatan di Kota Bengkulu yang merupakan penghasil padi terbesar dengan lahan pertanian yang cukup luas merupakan Kecamatan Singgaran Pati. Namun luas lahan pertanian di Kecamatan Singgaran Pati mengalami penurunan setiap tahun akibat alih fungsi lahan, yang bedampak pada menurunnya jumlah produksi. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis besarnya pendapatan usahatani padi serta faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhinya di Kecamatan Singaran Pati, Kota Bengkulu. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif dan kuantitatif dengan pendekatan analisis regresi linier berganda. Pengambilan sampel pada penelitian ini menggunakan metode simple random sampling yang dipilih secara acak agar setiap populasi memiliki peluang terpilih yang sama. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa rata-rata pendapatan petani padi di Kecamatan Singaran Pati sebesar Rp. 6.833,753 per musim tanam. Dari hasil analisis, umur, jumlah tanggungan keluarga dan luas lahan memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap pendapatan petani, sedangkan faktor tingkat pendidikan dan pengalaman usahatani menunjukkan tidak adanya pengaruh terhadap pendapatan petani. Kata kunci: Usahatani Padi, Pendapatan, Faktor Usahatani
Copyright (c) 2025 Nina Anriana, M.Zulkarnain Yuliarso, Satria Putra Utama, Puspita Sari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
GROWTH AND YIELD TEST OF PAKCOY PLANTS BY UTILIZING WHITE OYSTER MUSHROOM BAGLOG WASTE AND BIOCHAR COMPOST AS PLANTING MEDIA
Pakcoy productivity decreases every year due to the use of lowquality soil as a planting medium. The aim of this research is to determine the growth and yield tests of pakchoy plants (Brassica rapa L.) by using white oyster mushroom baglog waste and biochar compost as a planting medium. This research consisted of three times for a total of 36 experimental units. The results of the research showed that there was an interaction between white oyster mushroom baglog waste and biochar compost on the parameters of plant height 14-35 DAP, number of leaves 14-35 DAP, root fresh weight, root dry weight, plant fresh weight, and plant dry weight with the best treatment. is a no-waste white oyster mushroom baglog with 1.25 kg biochar compost. The treatment of white oyster mushroom baglog waste had a significant effect on all growth parameters with the best results being without providing white oyster mushroom baglog waste. Providing 1.25 kg biochar compost had a significant effect on all growth and yield parameters with the best treatment being 1.25 kg biochar compost.
Copyright (c) 2025 Natalia Desy Djata Ndua, MARSELINA HOAR SERAN, Wilda Lumban Tobing, Deseriana Bria https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
EFFECT OF FERTILIZER TYPE ON THE PRODUCTIVITY OF ELEPHANT GRASS (PENNISETUM PURPUREUM): A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF GOAT MANURE COMPOST, UREA, AND NPK ON INCEPTISOL SOIL
Forage productivity strongly depends on appropriate fertilization strategies, particularly in the cultivation of Pennisetum purpureum (elephant grass), a key tropical livestock feed. This study aimed to compare the effects of three fertilizer types—goat manure compost, urea, and NPK—on the productivity of elephant grass grown on inceptisol soil. A Completely Randomized Design (CRD) was employed with four treatments (no fertilizer, 2 tons/ha compost, 150 kg/ha urea, and 422 kg/ha NPK) and three replications. Observed parameters included fresh biomass yield, dry matter yield, and organic matter yield. The results indicated that NPK treatment significantly outperformed others in all parameters: fresh biomass (35.27 tons/ha), dry matter (5.88 tons/ha), and organic matter (5.35 tons/ha). Urea provided moderate results, while compost did not significantly differ from the control. These findings suggest that NPK delivers readily available macronutrients, which greatly enhance vegetative growth. Nevertheless, goat manure compost holds long-term potential to improve soil structure and fertility. The study recommends integrating organic and inorganic fertilization as a sustainable approach in tropical forage production systems. Keywords: Elephant grass, NPK fertilizer, urea, goat manure, forage productivity, organic matter, vegetative growth
Copyright (c) 2025 Indah Gea, Evi W Saragih, Marlyn N. Lekitoo, Muhammad Djunaedi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
GREEN MUSTARD PRODUCTION WITH COMBINATION OF TRICHODERMA AND NPK ON ULTISOL SOIL
Development of green cabbage production on suboptimal land, one of which is ultisol soil. Efforts to increase production with inorganic fertilizer, namely NPK, have a negative impact on agricultural land or reduce soil fertility quality through continuous use. Efforts to reduce the use of inorganic fertilizer, one of the technologies is the use of biofertilizer microorganisms. Trichoderma sp as a biological fertilizer, its role as a biological control agent against pathogens, has a positive impact on the plant root system, growth and development and plant production. The aim of the research is to analyze the response of green cabbage plants to the application of NPK fertilizer and Trichoderma sp. Carrying out research on the Payakumbuh State Agricultural Polytechnic Campus, from February to April 2025. Field experimental research method with Randomized Block Design. Treatments consist of 100% application of inorganic NPK fertilizer, (P1); Trichoderma sp 10ml/liter water + 50% NPK fertilizer, (P2); Trichoderma sp 13 ml/liter water + 50% NPK fertilizer, (P3); Trichoderma sp 15 ml/liter water + 50% NPK fertilizer. Each treatment is grouped into six groups, resulting in a total of 24 experimental units. The application of 10 ml Trichoderma sp + 50% NPK is capable of enhancing plant growth and fresh weight production to a value similar to that obtained with the application of 100% NPK. Increasing the dose of Trichoderma sp applied can enhance the development of the plant's root system. The application of Trichoderma sp can reduce the use of inorganic fertilizer by 50%.
Copyright (c) 2025 Avivah Amelia, Nofrianil, Amri Syahardi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
EFFICIENCY OF LARGE RED CHILI FARMING IN CIBEUREUM VILLAGE, SUKAMANTRI DISTRICT, CIAMIS REGENCY
Red chili is a vegetable that is included in the horticultural commodities that are widely consumed by the community and results in high demand for red chili, so that its production must be optimized as much as possible. This study aims to determine the average value of the level of technical efficiency, allocative efficiency and economic efficiency in red chili cultivation farming in Cibeureum Village. January to October 2024 is the time when this study was carried out using a survey method and a sampling technique using proportional random sampling. Cibeureum Village is a research location located in Sukamantri District, Ciamis Regency with a total of 32 respondents from red chili farmers. Cibeureum Village was chosen as the research location because it is a central village producing red chili in Sukamantri District. This study uses the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) approach which uses input orientation with the assumption of the Variable Return to Scale (VRS) model. The production factors used are land, manure, seeds, NPK fertilizer, agricultural lime, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, male labor and female labor. Based on the research results, the average values of technical, allocative and economic efficiency obtained for red chili farming in Cibeureum Village were respectively 0.978, 0.884 and 0.865, which means that the red chili farming business is not yet efficient technically, allocatively and economically. Keywords: Economic Allocative Technical Efficiency, Farming, Red Chili
Copyright (c) 2025 Risa Amalia Solihah, Candra Nuraini, Riantin Hikmah Widi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
EFFECT OF USING FERMENTED LIME PEEL WASTE (citrus aurantifolia) ON THE SIZE OF THE DIGESTIVE TRACT OF BROILER CHICKENS
This study examines the effect of fermented lime peel waste flour (FLPWF) on the digestive tract dimensions of broiler chickens. The materials used include 200 female Lohmann MB 202 broilers aged 14 days, with an average body weight of 379.73 ± 18.72 g. The feed ingredients include yellow corn, soybean meal, fish meal, rice bran, fermented lime peel waste flour, soybean oil, premix, CaCO3, D-L Methionine, and L-Lysine. The study was designed using a completely randomized design (CRD) with four levels of fermented lime peel waste flour (FLPWF) usage: 0%, 1%, 2%, and 3% in the ration. Each treatment was repeated five times. Data were analyzed for variance using the SPSS 19.0 software. The results showed that the use of FLPWF did not significantly affect the weight and length of the small intestine, as well as the weight-to-length ratio of the small intestine among treatments (P> 0.05). This study concludes that using fermented lime peel waste flour in rations at 1% to 3% does not reduce the relative weight, length, and weight: length ratio of the small intestine of broiler chickens. Keywords: Broiler, Fermented Lime Peel Waste Flour, Small Intestine
Copyright (c) 2025 Hanna Dzawish Shihah, Dwi Sunarti, Sri Sumarsih, Teysar Adi Sarjana, Edjeng Suprijatna, Luthfi Djauhari Mahfudz, Sri Kismiati, Rina Muryani, Binti Ma’rifah, Nur Maulida Wahyuni https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE IMPACT OF THE CORPORATE FARMING PROGRAM ON THE PRODUCTIVITY AND INCOME OF THE BAROKAH FARMERS GROUP'S RICE FARMING BUSINESS
Rice is a major food commodity that consistently draws attention, particularly in efforts to increase productivity and farm income. Various initiatives have been undertaken by both the government and the private sector to boost rice productivity in order to meet food demands. One such initiative is the Corporate Farming (CF) program, an agricultural institutional model based on the principle of consolidating land owned by members of farmer groups by removing the boundaries (galengan) between rice fields. The aim of the program is to enhance productivity through the use of better technology and to achieve more effective and efficient farming practices. This study aims to examine the impact of the CF program on the productivity and income of rice farming within the Barokah Farmer Group. The research employs a descriptive-analytical method, with the t-test used as the analytical tool. Data collection was conducted through surveys, with productivity and income serving as the main variables. The results show that the average productivity and income per hectare per season before and after the implementation of the CF program were significantly different. However, the changes had a negative value, indicating that the program did not have a positive impact. The average value of rice productivity per hectare per planting season after the implementation of CF was 2.455 tons per hectare, smaller than after the implementation of CF of 3.480 tons per hectare. Rice farming income per hectare per planting season after CF was IDR5,298,994.02, which was smaller than before CF, which was IDR12,433,806.81. This outcome is attributed to a shift in farming technology from conventional to organic methods which affected both productivity and farm income before and after the implementation of the CF program
Copyright (c) 2025 Putri Perdana, Yoesti Arianti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE EFFECT OF BOILING TIME VARIATIONS ON THE CHARACTERISTICS OF MILLET SEED SNACK BARS (PANICUM MILIACEUM)
Millet seeds are one of the sources of carbohydrates that have the potential to be used as an alternative to non-rice food. However, information on its processing is still limited, another weakness is that millet seeds are difficult to grind because the skin sticks tightly. There needs to be innovation in processing, including making snack bars. Snack bars are one of the solid food preparations that have complete nutritional content and are made from a combination of several food ingredients with the help of binders. In this study, snack bars were made using millet seeds as raw materials with chocolate as a binder. This study aims to determine the effect of the length of time for boiling millet seeds on the chemical and physical characteristics of snack bar products. This study used a completely randomized design with one factor, namely the length of time for boiling millet seeds (50 minutes, 60 minutes, 70 minutes). The data obtained were analyzed using One Way Anova analysis and to determine whether there was a difference in treatment, the Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT) was continued with a significance of 5%. The results of the experiment showed that the snackbar product had chemical characteristics including water content of 2.53-9.53%, ash content of 1.52-1.19%, protein content of 6.69-7.25%, fat content of 21.54-28.21%, carbohydrate content of 57.58-61.23 and the level of hardness (texture) obtained was 27.86-45.55 N.
Copyright (c) 2025 Retno Widyastuti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0