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Mapping and Analyzing Spatial Variability of Peat Depths by Using Geostatistics Armanto, M Edi; Setiabudidaya, Dedi; Ngudiantoro; Wildayana, Elisa; Zuhdi, Mohd
Journal of Smart Agriculture and Environmental Technology Vol. 2 No. 3 (2024): December 2024, Published, 2024-12-07
Publisher : Indonesian Soil Science Society of South Sumatra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60105/josaet.2024.2.3.100-106

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Determining peat depths can be done by intensive surveys which are expensive, inefficient, and ineffective, therefore, it is essential to find simple alternative methods for measuring peat depths. The research objective was to estimate and make maps of peat depths by applying Geostatistics analysis. This research was conducted on Muaro Jambi District, Jambi (Seponjen Village, Kumpeh) peatlands. The primary data was analyzed by ArcGIS 10.3 and Geostatistics programs. The spatial variability of peat depths on Site A (peat depth of 8.10–15.00 m) and Site B (3.10–8.00 m) showed maximum values at 271 and 242 m distances, respectively. On-Site C (0.00–3.00 m), maximum variability was found at the distance of 63 m. Peat depths variability may be interpolated at a maximum of 271 m (for Site A) and 242 m (for Site B). More than the above distances, peat depths cannot be interpolated. Site A must be conserved because of peat depths of > 3 m, only Site C can be cultivated for agriculture and plantations. Unfortunately, all areas have been cultivated for the oil palm plantation because the government has granted concession permits to plantations before knowing how deep the permissible peatlands are for the whole area.
Bridging the Gap between Land Suitability and Local Wisdom Species in South Sumatra Peatlands, Indonesia Armanto, M Edi; Wildayana, Elisa
Journal of Smart Agriculture and Environmental Technology Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): April 2025, Published 2025-04-07
Publisher : Indonesian Soil Science Society of South Sumatra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60105/josaet.2025.3.1.8-17

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The primary issue with peatlands until now was people’s ignorance about land suitability. Changes in patterns and details of the distribution of peatland use based on Local Wisdom Species (LWS) are increasingly  unclear. We don’t know the suitable locations of cultivated LWS, so peatland productivity is declining and degradation continues. This research aims to evaluate land suitability for LWS in South Sumatra peatlands, Indonesia. Local Wisdom Species and soil samples were taken based on the type of peat land uses, and then laboratory work was carried out. Local Wisdom Species showing direct benefit are divided into two groups, namely LWS producing quickly are usually Purun Tikus (Eleocharis dulcis), water spinach (kangkung), bitter melon (paré), floating rice, and auction system for fishing, and LWS recognizing commercially are usually coconut, honeybees, gelam, sago, and jelutong. The level of land suitability of these two groups is S1 (highly suitable); and S2 (moderately suitable) with the only limiting factors being nutrient availability and nutrient retention (except coconut). By using science and technology, such as liming, fertilizing, improving water systems, and avoiding burning, all of these limiting factors can be overcome. Based on local knowledge, four strategies are suggested for sustainable peatland restoration, namely decentralized; conservative; protective; and optimal strategies.
Optimizing Replanting Strategies for Oil Palm Plasma: Financial Patterns and Farmer Concerns in South Sumatra, Indonesia Wildayana, Elisa; Armanto, M Edi; Maryadi; Adriani, Dessy; Nearti, Yuwinti
Journal of Smart Agriculture and Environmental Technology Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): August 2025, Published 2025-08-19
Publisher : Indonesian Soil Science Society of South Sumatra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60105/josaet.2025.3.2.72-79

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This study examines the financial feasibility of different replanting patterns for oil palm plasma and assesses farmers’ concerns regarding replanting decisions. The research was conducted in three districts of South Sumatra (OKI, Muara Enim, and Musi Banyuasin) with plasma farmers as respondents. Three financing patterns were  analyzed: self-financing through savings, insurance-based financing, and bank loans. The research used a survey method and sampling was determined with a balanced random sampling technique with 90 respondents. The research concluded that the financing pattern of oil palm replanting can be done through savings, insurance, and bank loans. The best financing pattern for replanting is conducted by using their savings because it can produce the highest net B/C value; NPV; and the shortest payback period. Sensitivity analysis showed that Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) price reduction is the most sensitive for the financing patterns of their savings and bank loans, however for the financing patterns of insurance, the decrease in FFB production is mentioned as the most sensitive. The government has to maintain stable FFB pricing, and it is advised that they use their funds, which are arranged by KUD, to support the oil palm replanting. Five factors -complexity, compatibility, relative profitability, trialability, and observability - will be used to gauge farmers’ concerns about oil palm replanting.