Pengaruh Kotoran Ternak terhadap Budidaya Bawang Merah (Allium ascalonicum L.) off Season di Kabupaten MBD

Suneth RF, Wahid W, Room MV, Hidayah I. 2020. Effect of manure on off season shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.) cultivation in MBD regency. In: Herlinda S et al  (Eds). Prosiding Seminar Nasional Lahan Suboptimal ke-8 Tahun 2020, Palembang 20 oktober 2020. pp. xx. Palembang: Penerbit & Percetakan Universitas Sriwijaya (UNSRI).Organic off-season cultivation of shallots is one way to maintain the availability of shallots. Off-season shallots are a concern to be applied in Southwest Maluku Regency (MBD) in developing shallot centers in dry wet climates. This activity aims to explain the effect of onion cultivation outside the season (off season) using goat manure in the coastal area of Lakor Island, Southwest Maluku Regency. The study was carried out in April - June 2019 Lakor Island, MBD Regency, using a randomized block design consisting of 4 treatments (P) and repeated 4 times. Treatments using manure in the form of fermented livestock manure include P0; Without Manure, P1; pukan 10 ton/ha+ organic supplementary fertilizer, P2; pukan 20 ton/ha+ organic supplementary fertilizer, P3; pukan 30 ton/ha+ organic supplementary fertilizer. The results of the study showed that the treatment of 30 tonnes of fertilizers + organic supplementary fertilizer (P3) gave the best results on growth variables with plant height 34.95 cm, number of tillers 6.07 with the number of tubers 6.84 planting / holes. The harvest variables showed that P3 treatment was better, namely the wet tuber weight of harvested tubers 5.71 tonnes / ha, dry tuber weight 4.42 tonnes/ha. The application of the off season system can help farmers continue to cultivate shallots even in the rainy season

The Integrated Pest Management Implementation of the Cocoa Pod Borer in Indonesia

Indonesia is among the largest cocoa producers in the world and it makes an important contribution to the nation’s economy. In Indonesia, the cocoa pod borer (CPB) outbreaks have caused a decline in cocoa yield and quality, impacting the livelihoods of cocoa farmers. Application of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is promoted by the Indonesian government, in collaboration with various organizations. IPM is an approach that focuses on using a combination of biological, cultural, and chemical control methods to manage pests and reduce their impact on crops. The adoption of IPM practices in cocoa farming has shown promising results in Indonesia. Farmers have reported improved yields and quality of cocoa beans, reduced pesticide use, and improved environmental sustainability. In addition, the application of IPM has equipped farmers with knowledge and skills that can help them overcome other challenges in cocoa farming, such as a healthy environment

Potential and opportunities of nutmeg pericarp as functional foods

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt) is a native plant of Banda Island known as the Spice Islands. Nutmeg fruit consists of the pericarp or rind, the seed kernel inside (nutmeg), and the nutmeg is a red lacy (aryl) covering the kernel (mace). Nutmeg pericarp contributing 80-85% of the total weight of the nutmeg fruit but its use is still not getting enough attention and a lot of it is wasted as agricultural waste which can pollute the environment. This is because the economic value is considered to be lower than the seeds and mace of nutmeg. This article aims to review the potential and oppurtunity benefits of nutmeg meat waste (pericarp) for human health and its application in functional foods. The method used in this paper is a literature review. The results show that, the pericarp has been reported to contain bioactive compounds similar to those of nutmeg and mace oil which have pharmacological values. Phytochemical compounds are beneficial to human health as anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetes, anti-microbial agents, antixidants, anti-depressants, anti-convulsants, and anti-cancer agents. Based on the composition, the pericarp is potentially used as a functional food to increase added value and reduce environmental pollution. In addition, the abundance of materials, relatively low prices, and the importance of healthy food for the health of the human provide opportunities for the development of functional foods based on bioactive compounds