Indonesia widely cultivates cayenne pepper (Capsicum frutescens) due to its high demand and ease of cultivation. The usefulness of sugar palm (Arenga pinnata) as a plantation crop lies in its ability to maintain ecological balance, making it ideal for planting alongside other plants or in a polyculture system. Polyculture results in a higher presence of arthropods due to the diverse types of pl…
Polyculture is a system of crop cultivation by planting two or more types of plants. The morphology of palm trees makes them suitable for polyculture with other plants, as they can provide shade for the plants underneath. Arthropods play a crucial role in the growth of sugar palms. Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a vegetable plant that has many benefits and is simple to cultivate. This researc…
The decline in chili production in Indonesia is partly caused by anthracnose disease, which can result in significant yield losses. Controlling anthracnose disease is crucial to optimizing chili productivity. This study aims to determine the inhibitory effect of turmeric rhizome exudates on the growth of Colletotrichum sp., as turmeric rhizome exudates are suspected to inhibit the growth of thi…
One of the commodities with a high economic value is the Sugar palm (Arenga pinnata), as almost all parts of this plant can yield financial benefits. Refugia plants serve as shelter for natural enemies like predators and parasitoids, as well as components of biotic interactions in the ecosystem like pollinators. One of the plants that has potential as a refugia is Celosia cristata. The purpose …
Arthropod diversity needs to be preserved because its existence is very important for the balance of the ecosystem, one of which is by maintaining its natural habitat. One type of plant that is a habitat for arthropods is the sugar palm plant. The existence of paper flowers in addition to being a natural habitat for natural enemies is also to increase diversity. Zinnia elegans can attract many …
There are many insects associated with plants, one of which is the sugar palm plant. The presence of insects, especially pollinating insects or pollinators, in developing palm plants is one of the factors that can affect their growth because insects that act as pollinators are very helpful in the process of pollinating palm flowers. Purslane has the potential as a refugia plant because it has a…
Refugia is a container for protection for atropods, flowering plants can produce nectar and pollen, which are food sources for predatory atropods, adult parasitoids and especially pollinators. Planting refugia is one form of conservation activity efforts in maintaining agroecosystems in agriculture. Marigolds function as microhabitats for several types of atropods such as predators, natural ene…
Chili is a plant from the genus Capsicum. Anthracnose is an important disease in red chili plants. The cause of anthracnose in chili fruit is known to originate from three fungal species: C. acutatum, C. gloeosporioides and C. capsici. This result aimed to determine the effect of cardamom rhizome exudates on the growth of Colletotrichum spp. in vitro and to examine whether cardamom rhizome exud…
Aren (Arenga pinnata) merupakan salah satu tanaman perkebunan dari suku Araceae yang memiliki banyak manfaat untuk dibudidayakan. Arthropoda, seperti penyerbuk, diperlukan dalam proses budidaya tanaman aren untuk membantu penyerbukan bunga. Penanaman tanaman refugia dapat meningkatkan jumlah arthropoda, tanaman refugia dapat menyediakan habitat, makanan, dan sumber daya lainnya bagi musuh alami…
The productivity of rice in tidal swamp areas largely depends on the combination of local wisdom and mechanization technology in the agricultural system. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of integrating local wisdom, such as mutual cooperation (gotong royong), direct seeding (Tabela), and broadcast fertilization, with mechanization technology, including the use of four-wheel tractors…
Profitability is a crucial indicator for measuring the economic success of farmers by reflecting the income earned after deducting all production costs and considering various factors influencing farming activities. This study aims to analyze the profitability levels and identify the key factors affecting multi-commodity farming systems, specifically rice–corn and rice–melon cropping patter…
Agricultural mechanization is an important factor in increasing the productivity and efficiency of farming, especially in agrarian countries like Indonesia. However, the limited availability of agricultural tools and machinery (alsintan) is often an obstacle for farmers in optimizing agricultural activities. This study aims to assess the adequacy level of pre-harvest and post-harvest agricultur…
This research aimed to determine the effect of dilution ratio and drying duration on the characteristics of soy milk powder. This research used a Factorial Completely Randomized Design with two treatment factors, namely factor A (ratio of soybeans and water) which had 3 levels (1:2, 1:3, 1:4) and factor B (drying time) which had 3 levels (8 hours, 10 hours, 12 hours). The observed parameters in…
Daun gambir berpotensi sebagai bahan dasar teh putih, tetapi penggunaannya masih terbatas akibat rasa sepat dan pahit. Penambahan daun stevia sebagai pemanis alami dapat meningkatkan cita rasa tanpa mengurangi manfaat kesehatannya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui karakteristik kimia, fisik, fungsional, dan organoleptik teh putih daun gambir dengan penambahan daun stevia. Penelitian in…
Climate change is a major challenge in the agricultural sector, particularly in rice cultivation in lowland swamp areas. Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) has been introduced as an innovative approach aimed at improving productivity, resilience to climate change, and reducing environmental impact. This study aims to analyze the relationship between farmers' perceptions of CSA practices and their …
This research aimed to determine effect of stevia leaves addition in Robusta Coffee Leaves Black Tea (Coffea canephora) on chemical, physical, functional and organoleptic characteristics. This research was carried out in October 2024 at the Chemical Processing and Sensory Laboratory of Agricultural Products, Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Sriwijaya University. Th…
This study aimed to determine effect of ratio comparison jackfruit flesh puree and jackfruit dami puree on the physical, chemical, and sensory characteristics of fruit leather. This study used a Non-Factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD) method with a ratio comparison treatment of jackfruit flesh puree and jackfruit dami puree consist of 6 levels (A1 = 100: 0, A2 = 95: 5, A3 = 90: 10, A4 …
This research aimed to study effect of drying temperature and drying time on the physical and chemical properties of red dragon fruit peel powder. This research used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) in a factorial with two treatment factors and each treatment was repeated three times. Factor A was drying temperature (A1 = 50ºC, A2 = 60ºC) and factor B was drying time (B1 = 4 hours, B2 = 6…
This study aimed to determine the effect of adding maltodextrin on tempe gembus flavoring characteristics. The research used a non-factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD). The factor was maltodextrin concentration, with five treatment levels: A1 (maltodextrin 0%), A2 (maltodextrin 5%), A3 (maltodextrin 10%), A4 (maltodextrin 15%), and A5 (maltodextrin 20%), with three replications and furt…
Plant cultivation using a floating system can be used as a solution for utilizing flooded land. One factor that can affect plant growth is the volume of planting media. This research was conducted to determine the proper volume of planting media in Brassica rapa L. cultivation using floating system as an effort to produce optimum production in swamp area cultivation. This research was carried o…
This research aimed to determine effect of blanching and citric acid on the physical, chemical, and sensory characteristics of banana jam (Musa Paradisiaca Var. Sapientum). The research was conducted at the Agricultural Product Chemistry Laboratory, Agricultural Product Sensory and Processing Laboratory, Faculty of Agriculture, Sriwijaya University, Palembang. This research was carried out from…
Desa Sidomakmur di Kecamatan Kikim Barat, merupakan salah satu daerah penghasil kelapa sawit tertinggi di Kabupaten Lahat dengan produksi mencapai 4.972 ton per tahun. Sebagian besar masyarakat di desa ini bergantung pada pertanian, terutama kelapa sawit dan karet, sebagai sumber pendapatan utama. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk: (1) bagaimana saluran pemasaran, margin pemasaran, dan efisiensi p…
This study aims to test the performance of rafts using electrical energy with solar panels as a source of battery energy. This research was conducted at the Faculty of Agriculture, Indralaya Campus, Sriwijaya University. With details of the place of the Machine and Workshop Laboratory and the Soil Science Department Pool, from October 2023 to November 2023. This research used an experimental me…
This study aimed to determine effect of wild horse milk addition on characteristics of milk candy. This study used a non-factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD). One factor was investigated, namely wild horse milk addtion with the following 6 levels : 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25%. All experiment was carried out in triplicates. The observed parameters included physical (hardness), chemical (pH…
Fluctuations in RSS I rubber production at PT Perkebunan Nusantara I Regional 7 Kebun Musilandas indicate the presence of risks in each production stage. The objectives of this study are to: (1) identify risk events and sources in the RSS I rubber production process, (2) determine the priority risk sources for mitigation, and (3) develop appropriate mitigation strategies. The research was condu…
FARID AL PASYAH Performances Test Of Hand Tractor On The Differences In Plowing Depth, Form Of Plovehead, And Forward Speed To Travel Time (Supervised by R. MURSIDI). This study aims to test the performance of hand tractor are used in dry field soil processing with several supporting factors such as plowing depth, form of cutting edge, and forward speed to travel time. This research was carried…
Red chili farming is one of the business activities engaged in the horticultural subsector. Red chili plants have a fairly high economic value, so that the use of production inputs such as land area, labor, fertilizers and pesticides that are good and as needed will provide benefits for farming actors. The objectives of this study were: 1) To analyze the factors affecting the production of red …
This study aims to: (1) Calculate the income of rice farming in Telang Sari Village, Tanjung Lago District, Banyuasin Regency; (2) Analyze the contribution of rice farming income to the total household income of rice farmers in the area; (3) Analyze the welfare level of rice farmers. The study sample consists of 43 respondents selected using the Slovin method with a margin of error of 15%. The …
The majority of the population in Suryakarta Village, Mesuji Makmur District, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, earn their livelihood as rubber farmers. The decline in rubber prices has affected the socio-economic conditions of farmers. The objectives of this study are, (1) To identify the social conditions of rubber farmers after the decline in rubber prices in Suryakarta Village, Mesuji Makmur Dist…
Corn farming is one of the important sectors in agriculture in Indonesia, especially in Musi Rawas Regency. This study aims to: (1) analyze the factors that influence the level of corn farming production in Suro Village and Air Satan Village, Muara Beliti District, (2) analyze the level of corn farming production efficiency in the two villages, and (3) compare the profits of corn farming and it…