Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 3 Documents
Search

Plant Growth Analysis of Maize (Zea mays): Impact of Second Paclobutrazol Application Timing Syafrizal, Yusril; Wahyuningsih, Gendro Indri; Ulfah, Fajarani; Pratama, Ananta Bayu; Adileksana, Cahyo
International Journal of Technology, Food and Agriculture Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): February
Publisher : P3M Politeknik Negeri Jember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25047/tefa.v2i1.5847

Abstract

Maize is a vital source of carbohydrates and livestock feed in Indonesia, where domestic demand is rising despite inconsistent productivity. Innovative cultivation methods, such as paclobutrazol (PBZ) application, are being explored to boost maize productivity. PBZ affects maize's growth, with its effectiveness depending on the timing of application. This study was to figure out the optimal timing of PBZ application to improve the synchronization of cob and female flower emergence, thereby maximizing plant growth and yield. The experiment utilized a randomized complete block design (RCBD) comprising five treatments: a control and four intervals for the second PBZ application (3, 6, 9, and 12 days after the first application), each replicated three times. Data were analysed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at a 5% significant threshold, succeeded by Tukey’s test. Results showed that the timing of the second PBZ application significantly influenced maize growth and yield. A three-day interval after the first PBZ application produced the highest values in key morphological variables, such as green leaf index and total dry weight. This timing also optimized plant growth metrics, leading to higher maize yield. In conclusion, a three-day interval is recommended for maximizing maize productivity.
Reforestation Impact: Contrasting Carbon Stock and Biodiversity of Clove in Monoculture and Mixed Gardens Over 25 Years Avianto, Yovi; Noviyanto, Amir; Sidiq, Muhamad Fajar; Hernowo, Hernowo; Pratama, Ananta Bayu
Jurnal Biologi Tropis Vol. 24 No. 3 (2024): July - September
Publisher : Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jbt.v24i3.7253

Abstract

Tropical forests, vital for absorbing CO2 and maintaining ecosystem balance, are threatened by deforestation and unsustainable agricultural practices. Mixed garden or clove agroforestry systems, which combine clove cultivation with other crops, offer a sustainable alternative to traditional monoculture practices. This study aims to assess the biomass potential, carbon storage, and biodiversity in clove monoculture and mixed garden systems. The research was conducted in February 2024 at smallholder clove plantations and secondary forests in Pesaren, Sukorejo, Kendal, Central Java. The study involved primary data collection on clove monoculture and mixed garden systems using standardized plot sampling techniques. Biomass, carbon storage and carbon sequestration was calculated through field measurements utilizing allometric equations, while biodiversity was assessed using the Shannon-Wiener index based on species richness and evenness within the sampled plots. The mixed garden system closely approximates secondary forests in terms of biomass, carbon storage, CO2 sequestration, biodiversity, and species evenness, with respective values of 100.36 tons/ha, 47.17 tons/ha, 173.11 tons/ha, 2.837, and 0.91. In contrast, the clove monoculture system recorded the lowest values across all parameters: 67.03 tons/ha for biomass, 31.50 tons/ha for carbon storage, and 115.61 tons/ha for CO2 sequestration, with a dominance of one species and a Shannon-Wiener index and evenness value of 0. These results highlight the superior ecological benefits of mixed garden systems over monoculture clove plantations.
Analyzing the Influence of Altitudinal Gradients on Clove Physiology and Yield in the Menoreh Highlands Avianto, Yovi; Pratama, Ananta Bayu; Noviyanto, Amir; Fauzi, Firman Rahmat
Jurnal Biologi Tropis Vol. 24 No. 4 (2024): Oktober - Desember
Publisher : Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jbt.v24i4.7562

Abstract

Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is a significant industrial crop commodity in Indonesia whose yield and essential oil quality are influenced by altitude. Variations in altitude lead to differences in microclimatic conditions, which in turn affect plant physiological activities and productivity. This study aimed to investigate the impact of altitude on the physiological activity, yield, and essential oil content of clove plants. The research was conducted in the lower (345 m asl), middle (612 m asl), and upper (872 m asl) zones of the Menoreh Highlands from March to August 2022. Results indicated that altitude significantly influenced microclimatic conditions, thereby affecting the physiological status and yield of clove plants. The middle zone exhibited optimal physiological performance and flower yield, with a balanced rate of photosynthesis and transpiration. Higher proline levels in the lower and upper zones suggested temperature stress, which reduced photosynthetic rate and yield. Essential oil production and eugenol content were also influenced by altitude, with the middle zone yielding the highest oil volume, although eugenol content was higher in the upper zone. Correlation analysis revealed that temperature and relative humidity were the dominant factors determining clove yield and quality.