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Pillai, Sashikala Maruthai
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Pengaruh Pupuk Organik Cair Vermikompos dan Jenis Benih terhadap Efisiensi Penyemaian Ramadhan, Igo; khair, Hadriman; Pillai, Sashikala Maruthai
Agrotekma: Jurnal Agroteknologi dan Ilmu Pertanian Vol. 9 No. 1 (2024): Agrotekma: Jurnal Agroteknologi dan Ilmu Pertanian, 9 (1)Desember 2024
Publisher : Universitas Medan Area

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31289/agr.v9i1.13208

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Liquid Organic Fertilizer (LOF) obtained of vermicomposting processis an alternative organic fertilizer that has the potential to enhance sustainable plant growth. This study aims to investigate the effects of liquid organic fertilizer vermicompost on the vegetative growth of selected lfruity plant species, as okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) eggplant (Solanum melongena), and white radish (Raphanus sativus). The research was conducted at the Integrated Organic Farm and the Organic Laboratory of the Malaysian Agriculture Research and Development Institute (MARDI) in Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia, during September 2024. The study was carried out in two phases: field trials and laboratory tests. The field trial used a non-factorial Randomized Block Design (RBD) with four treatments, each replicated three times. The treatments of LOF vermicompost were as follows: V1 = 25% LOF; V2 = 50% LOF; V3 = 75% LOF; and V4 = 100% LOF. The laboratory tests utilized a non-factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with eleven treatments, also replicated three times. The treatments were: V0 = Control (no treatment); V1 = 10% LOF; V2 = 20% LOF; V3 = 30% LOF; V4 = 40% LOF; V5 = 50% LOF; V6 = 60% LOF; V7 = 70% LOF; V8 = 80% LOF; V9 = 90% LOF; V10 = 100% LOF. The results indicated that the concentration of liquid organic fertilizer (LOF) vermicompost did not significantly affect the time of plumule emergence, the number of leaves, the fresh weight, and the dry weight in okra, eggplant, and radish. However, a significant effect was observed on plant height growth in the seedling trays. The study showed no significant differences in responses to the concentrations of LOF vermicompost among the three seed types. Nonetheless, white radish (R. sativus) exhibited better growth potential, particularly in plant height in the seedling trays. The concentration of LOF vermicompost did not significantly influence the time of plumule emergence, the number of leaves, and the dry weight in okra, eggplant, and radish. However, significant effects were observed on plant height and fresh weight in the laboratory. Overall, radish (R. sativus) demonstrated the best potential compared to okra and eggplant, especially regarding plant height and fresh weight in the laboratory.
Germination Response of Fruit and Pod Vegetable Seeds Using Cow Manure Liquid Organic Fertilizer Hutabarat, Munia Nabilla; Munar, Asritanarni; Pillai, Sashikala Maruthai
JURNAL AGRONOMI TANAMAN TROPIKA (JUATIKA) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2026): Jurnal Agronomi Tanaman Tropika (JUATIKA) Vol. 8 No. 2 Mei 2026
Publisher : LPPM UNIVERSITAS ISLAM KUANTAN SINGINGI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36378/juatika.v8i2.5202

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The early growth of chilli peppers, long beans, green beans, and okra is often constrained by limited nutrient availability and a heavy reliance on chemical fertilizers, underscoring the need for effective, environmentally friendly organic liquid fertilizers. This study investigated the effects and optimal concentration of M2 (Panchagavya) liquid fertilizer on the early growth of these crops. M2 contains beneficial microbes, natural plant hormones, and essential nutrients that promote seed germination and root development. The fertilizer was prepared by fermenting organic matter for 30 days and tested in both laboratory (petri dish) and field experiments at six concentrations (0–5%) with three replications. Observed parameters included germination rate, root length, fresh and dry weight, pH, and electrical conductivity (EC), which were analyzed using ANOVA The results of this study indicate that M2 (Panchagavya) liquid fertilizer significantly enhances the early growth of chili peppers, long beans, green beans, and okra, improving germination rate, root length, and both fresh and dry biomass. M2 promotes root elongation and dry biomass accumulation through its beneficial microbes, natural plant hormones, and essential nutrients, thereby facilitating seedling germination and preparing young plants for efficient nutrient uptake. Optimal M2 concentrations vary by species: 1–2% for green beans and kale, and 4–5% for chillies and okra. This fertilizer is organic and environmentally friendly, reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers. It is recommended that users apply M2 at species-specific concentrations, particularly during germination and early vegetative growth stages, ensure a 30-day fermentation process to maintain fertilizer quality, and monitor plant growth to adjust dosages as needed.
Co-Authors Asritanarni Munar Hadriman Khair Hutabarat, Munia Nabilla Ramadhan, Igo