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The Effect of Organic Fertilizer Type, Nutrient Composition, and Application Method on Tomato Plant Growth in Plantation Areas in the Cianjur Region of West Java Jatsiyah, Venti; Safruddin, Safruddin
West Science Agro Vol. 2 No. 02 (2024): West Science Agro
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58812/wsa.v2i02.945

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This study investigated the effect of organic fertilizer type, nutrient composition, and application method on tomato plant growth in the plantation areas of the Cianjur region, West Java. A randomized complete block design (RCBD) with factorial arrangements was employed, and data were collected using Likert scale ratings from 110 tomato plants. The analysis revealed significant differences in plant growth among different organic fertilizer types, with biofertilizers exhibiting the highest mean growth score. Moreover, fertilizers with balanced nutrient compositions resulted in superior plant growth compared to those with imbalanced compositions. Additionally, foliar spraying emerged as the most effective application method, promoting higher plant growth compared to broadcasting and banding methods. These findings highlight the importance of considering organic fertilizer characteristics and application techniques in optimizing tomato plant growth in agricultural systems.
The Relationship between Farmer Empowerment, Technological Innovation, and Economic Sustainability in the Oil Palm Farming Sector in Kalimantan Haryono, Haryono; Jatsiyah, Venti
West Science Agro Vol. 2 No. 04 (2024): West Science Agro
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58812/wsa.v2i04.1452

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This study investigates the relationships among Economic Sustainability, Farmer Empowerment, and Technological Innovation and their collective impact on the Farming Sector in the oil palm plantation context of Kalimantan. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 230 respondents through structured surveys and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The findings reveal significant positive relationships between all variables, with Technological Innovation showing the strongest influence on the Farming Sector. Farmer Empowerment also emerged as a critical driver, highlighting the importance of capacity-building and participatory decision-making in enhancing agricultural productivity. Economic Sustainability contributes to sectoral growth by stabilizing income and optimizing resource utilization. These results underscore the importance of integrating empowerment, technological advancements, and economic resilience to foster sustainable development in the farming sector. The study provides actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders aiming to improve the sustainability and competitiveness of oil palm plantations in Kalimantan.