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Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability
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Aim: a multi-disciplinary journal in agriculture, botany, and environmental application in social and science field. Scope: 1. Agrosociology: plant science, agroecology, agroforestry, agricultural extension, farmer empowerment, agriculture issue (conflict, mitigation, extensification, and regulation), agribussiness and agroeconomy. 2. Sustainability: sustainable agriculture (permaculture, biodynamics, organic, integrated, conservation, and precision farming), biosecurity, environmental health (climate change and mitigation), Waste management (society behaviour, circular economy, zero waste), food security, and sustainable development.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Lingkungan (semua ketegori) - Ilmu Lingkungan (Lain-Lain)
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Receptive agrarian tax policy as panacea for low agro-innovation uptake – a socio-agricultural concern in Sub-Saharan Africa Akor Sunday Joseph; Jacob Adetayo Adegbola; Adegbola Rukayat Queena; Oshili Moses Esho; Abdulazeez Sulyman; Sanni Lateef Oladimeji
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 3 No. 2: (January) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v3i2.2026.2107

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Background: Although agriculture holds vast potentials for economic revolution internationally, Africa's agricultural sector and associated occupations continue to underperform. The sector is hindered by substantial challenges, including low productivity stemming from limited uptake of agricultural innovations which are now and again linked to existing unfavorable tax regimes and failed efforts to simplify tax policy in the agricultural milieu. Methods: This narative review uses comparative systematic lenses to blend existing literature while providing an objective consideration of multifaceted issues that have bearing to agricultural technology adoption and favourable tax policy. It utilizes secondary sources such as books, newspapers, archival materials, government and international organizations documents, electronic data bases, and a number of peer-reviewed journals across several disciplines to make available a well-balanced all-inclusive interdisciplinary review to highlight the importance of favourable tax policies in the quest for increase adoption of improved agricultural technologies and identifies key areas for improvement. Findings: While espousing the truism that favourable tax programs and subsidies incentivizes investment in agricultural innovations, it held that uncontrolled taxes stifle improved agricultural technology adoption. Tax incentives touted by this review to foster increase adoption include Tax Exemptions and Tax Holidays, Tax Rebates, Reduced VAT, Tax Exemption of loan Interest for banks, Concessional Import Duties, Lower Corporate Income Tax Rate, Investment Deductions, and Enhanced Capital Allowances. Beyond favourable tax policies, governments also provide subsidies that can be direct cash payments or circuitously support agricultural related operations through lessening prices of key inputs to make improved agricultural technologies more affordable. Conclusion: The paper concluded that stakeholders, especially in Africa, develop capacity to adopt and utilize innovations effectively while taking advantage of tax incentives in the agricultural milieu for improvement throughout the value chain to optimize gains from global agribusiness that could reach a trillion dollars by the end of the decade. Novelty/Originality of this article: This review is novel in its unambiguous positioning of supportive taxes and subsidies not simply as circumstantial policy instruments, but as key behavioural drivers of agricultural technology uptake. Diverging from most existing literature that treats fiscal policy incentives as auxiliary enablers or individual economic factors, this review conceptualizes taxation and subsidy regimes as direct triggers shaping innovation adoption intentions and behaviour.
Effect of physical properties of germination substrate on marigold (Tagetes erecta L.) seedling growth Asyhuriyah Wardah Defitrianida
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 3 No. 2: (January) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v3i2.2026.2116

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Background: Marigold (Tagetes erecta L.) is a herbaceous plant widely cultivated for ornamental and ecological purposes. Its cultivation is strongly influenced by environmental factors, especially nutrient availability in the growing media. This study aimed to examine the effect of different seedling media compositions on their physical properties and the growth of marigold (Tagetes erecta L.) seedlings. Previous studies suggest that the physical properties of seedling media, such as porosity and water-holding capacity, play a crucial role in early plant development. Methods: The experiment was conducted using a Completely Randomized Block Design (RCBD) with one factor—media composition. The treatments included M0 (ready-to-use commercial media), M1 (husk charcoal [2]: cocopeat [1]: bamboo compost [1]), M2 (husk charcoal [1]: cocopeat [2]: bamboo compost [1]), and M3 (husk charcoal [1]: cocopeat [1]: bamboo compost [2]). Data collection included plant height, number of leaves, root length, number of roots, fresh weight, and dry weight. Data were analyzed statistically to determine the significance of treatment effects. Findings: The composition of the growing media significantly influenced marigold seedling growth. Media with a higher proportion of cocopeat (M2) resulted in greater porosity, which in turn supported better seedling development. This was evidenced by higher values in plant height, number of leaves, root length, root count, fresh biomass, and dry biomass compared to other treatments. Conclusion: The study concludes that the M2 media composition (husk charcoal [1]: cocopeat [2]: bamboo compost [1]) provides optimal physical conditions for marigold seedling growth. Novelty/Originality of this article: This research offers new insights into the effect of media physical properties on marigold seedling performance, particularly highlighting the beneficial role of increased cocopeat content in enhancing media porosity and seedling growth.
Influence of soil physical and chemical in supporting sorghum productivity and development Vallentia Nisrina Qurratuain Annida
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 3 No. 2: (January) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v3i2.2026.2201

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Background: Sorghum has been known in Indonesia for a long time, but its development is not as good as rice and corn. This is because there are still few areas that utilize sorghum plants as food. Land evaluation is a process of assessing the potential of a land used as the basis for sector development in an area that is useful for reorganizing existing land use to assist in making land use planning decisions. This study lies in the integration of detailed soil physical and chemical characterization with land use change into practical, site-specific development directions for sorghum cultivation at the village scale. Previous studies focus mainly on general suitability classification, this research links soil directly to management recommendations and planning, providing a decision-support for promoting sorghum as an alternative food crop in marginal agricultural areas in Yogyakarta. Methods: This study was conducted in Sitimulyo Village, Bantul, from October to December 2023. Field surveys, soil sampling, laboratory analysis of physical and chemical properties, and water quality measurements were carried out to assess soil characteristics across various land uses. Findings: The results obtained show that in general the condition of land suitability in Sitimulyo Village has a level of moderately suitable (S2) to suitable (S1) with limiting factors of rainfall, slope, and Cation Exchange Capacity. Conclusion: Recommendations from this study are to make efforts to improve and sufficient level of management of limiting factors to improve the land suitability class. In addition, there is a need for more review and counselling on sorghum farming to improve the social and economic conditions of surrounding farmers. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study lies in the integration of detailed soil physical and chemical characterization with land use change into practical, site-specific development directions for sorghum cultivation at the village scale. Previous studies focus mainly on general suitability classification, this research links soil directly to management recommendations and planning, providing a decision-support for promoting sorghum as an alternative food crop in marginal agricultural areas in Yogyakarta.
Effect of coconut waste and chicken manure on the growth and yield of caisim (Brassica juncea L) Bobot Sudoyo; Herdhata Agusta
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 3 No. 2: (January) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v3i2.2026.2445

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Background: Coconut waste and chicken manure present innovative solutions for enhancing the growth and yield of caisim crops. Cocopeat is one of the organic growing media that is increasingly popular in modern horticultural cultivation. Utilizing coconut waste as a planting medium improves aeration and water retention, both of which are crucial for the development of caisim roots. Methods: This study used a randomized group design with five soil treatments to evaluate caisim growth. Parameters included plant height, leaf number, biomass, and soil nutrient content, analyzed using ANOVA and DMRT. Findings: The study revealed that the P3 treatment (soil:cocopeat:chicken manure = 1:1:1) produced the tallest caisim plants, highest leaf number, and greatest fresh weight. Nutrient balance and organic matter improved plant growth, transpiration, and stomatal conductance, while excessive nitrates and pH deviations reduced leaf formation. Total dissolved solids and electrical conductivity positively correlated with growth, highlighting the importance of balanced planting media for optimal vegetative development and biomass accumulation. Conclusion: The results revealed that the composition of the planting medium significantly influenced morphological growth, nutrient content, and the correlation between various growth parameters of caisim plants. Novelty/Originality of this article: The treatments P3 (soil: cocopeat: chicken manure in a ratio of 1:1:1) and P4 (1:2:1) yielded the best outcomes, resulting in increased plant height, fresh weight, and nutrient content, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Additionally, these treatments produced optimal Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) and Electrical Conductivity (EC) values, which are essential for effective nutrient absorption.
Analyze thermal behaviour and design performance of a passive vernalization-vertical farming system for tropical garlic production Ahmad Arifuddin; Azzahra Al Fatikhana; Hasna-ur Rusyda Afifatul ‘Ulya
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 3 No. 2: (January) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v3i2.2026.2719

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Background: Indonesia exhibits a critical dependency on garlic imports, satisfying 96.8% of national demand (575,000 tons) and positioning the nation as the world's largest importer in the first half of 2024. This reliance undermines local competitiveness, necessitating urgent improvements in domestic productivity. However, cultivation is hindered by two primary constraints: limited arable land and the crop's high sensitivity to heat during vernalization. Vernalization, a cold-induced process (5°C–13°C) essential for transitioning vegetative buds to reproductive stages, presents a significant challenge in tropical climates. Methods: This study proposes a novel device integrating a pipe-based vertical cultivation system with a passive vernalization chamber. Utilizing evaporative cooling and locally sourced materials like clay and coconut fiber, it provides low-cost, energy-efficient operation. The device’s performance and feasibility in tropical regions were evaluated through literature review of heat transfer and material properties. Findings: The Tropiverna system, integrating vertical cultivation with passive and active cooling mechanisms, effectively maintains stable low temperatures for garlic vernalization in tropical conditions. The combination of evaporative cooling via clay-coconut fiber pots and Peltier thermoelectric modules reduces heat stress, enhances temperature uniformity, and improves energy efficiency. This design optimizes land use and is projected to increase garlic productivity by up to 307.79% per hectare. Conclusion: Integrates verticulture with a hybrid cooling system utilizing zeer pot principles and Peltier modules, theoretically resolves Indonesia’s land and climatic constraints by optimizing vernalization conditions, thereby serving as a sustainable, scalable strategy to reduce import dependency and strengthen national food sovereignty. Novelty/Originality of this article: The novelty of this research lies in the specific application of a cost-effective vernalization system within a vertical farming architecture designed for the tropics, offering an adaptive solution for sustainable national food sovereignty.
Optimization of agricultural supply chain through a crop distribution center for economic empowerment towards a smart city Degus Satya Mudana; Aulia Mutz Vira; Vyola Cecilia Potto; Rizal Adi Saputra
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 4 No. 1: (July) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v4i1.2026.2349

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Background: The agricultural sector is vital to Indonesia's economy, yet farmer welfare remains low due to long, inefficient distribution chains that limit their income and create dependency on intermediaries. High poverty rates and a lack of formal protection plague farming households, preventing them from receiving fair economic value for their products. This study aims to design and develop a digital solution that positions farmers as key players in the agricultural supply chain, breaking their dependence on conventional systems. Methods: This research utilized a combined methodological approach, integrating Research and Development (R&D) to design the innovation and the Waterfall model for the structured development of the digital system. Data collection was performed using a mixed-methods approach, involving quantitative surveys to assess farmers' needs and qualitative interviews to understand supply chain challenges. Findings: The primary outcome is an integrated digital marketplace and physical crop distribution center. This system enables direct B2C (Business-to-Consumer) sales from farmers to consumers, with proceeds transferred immediately to their accounts. The application prototype was tested with target users, achieving a high success rate of 83.33% based on the System Usability Scale (SUS), which validates the design's effectiveness and intuitive user experience. Conclusion: The integrated platform represents a feasible solution to improve farmers' market access and agricultural distribution. The high usability score demonstrates its potential to support an inclusive and sustainable smart economy. Novelty/Originality of this article: The novelty of this research lies in its integrated ecosystem approach, which combines a physical distribution hub (for logistics, storage, and quality control) with a direct-to-consumer digital marketplace. This holistic model directly addresses both the logistical and market access barriers for farmers, offering a comprehensive solution that distinguishes it from existing platforms focused solely on digital transactions.
Summed dominance ratio-based analysis of weed diversity and dominance in maize fields Kansa Dianti Putri; Mutmainnah; Kiky Nurfitri Sari; Indriati Meilina Sari; Andika Prawanto
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 4 No. 1: (July) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v4i1.2026.3283

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Background: Maize (Zea mays L.) is an important food crop in Indonesia, but its productivity is frequently reduced by weed competition for essential growth resources. Weed composition and dominance vary with environmental and management conditions, highlighting the need for site-specific weed management. Understanding local weed communities is also important for developing sustainable weed control strategies that minimize environmental impacts while maintaining crop productivity. Therefore, this study aimed to characterize weed communities in maize fields across three locations in Rejang Lebong Regency by analyzing species composition, dominance structure using SDR, ecological interpretation, community similarity using the Community Coefficient (CC) analysis, and their implications for weed management, including potential allelopathic profiles of dominant weed species. Methods: The study was conducted in December 2025 using a 1 x 1 m quadrat method in three maize fields, with three sampling plots created at each location (n = 9 quadrats). Weed dominance was measured using density, frequency, the Importance Value Index (IVI), and the Summed Dominance Ratio (SDR), whereas community resemblance was assessed using the CC. Findings: A total of 16 weed species were found across the study areas. Ageratum conyzoides dominated Locations 1 and 2, with SDR values of 28.53% and 34.85%, respectively, whereas Bidens pilosa (22.00%) and Setaria barbata (21.39%) co-dominated Location 3. Broadleaf weeds were the most common functional group across all locales. Community resemblance between locations was low (CC = 29.28-48.47%), indicating diverse weed communities. Conclusion: Maize fields in Rejang Lebong were dominated by 16 weed species, with strong single-species dominance by Ageratum conyzoides (SDR up to 34.85%) at some sites, while Community Coefficient values below 75% indicated non-homogeneous weed communities among locations. These findings provide a quantitative baseline for regional weed management and highlight the importance of integrated, site-specific approaches that combine mechanical weeding, crop rotation, mulching, and selective herbicide use to improve weed control efficiency, reduce unnecessary herbicide inputs, and support sustainable maize production. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study demonstrates how integrating SDR and CC analyses improves the identification of dominant weed species and community variation, providing scientific evidence for site-specific weed management and more sustainable maize production.
Substrate porosity and morphological performance identify an effective growing medium for habanero pepper (Capsicum chinense Jacq. cv. Francisca) seedlings Pandi Ariansah; Muh Agust Nur Fathoni; Krisantini; Edi Santosa
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 4 No. 1: (July) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v4i1.2026.3893

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Background: Habanero Francisca pepper (Capsicum chinense Jacq.) is an ornamental chili cultivar whose seedling quality is strongly influenced by the composition of the growing medium. Rice husk charcoal, cocopeat, and bamboo compost are commonly used nursery substrates because they improve water retention, aeration, and nutrient availability; however, information regarding their combined use for Habanero Francisca pepper seedlings remains limited. This study aimed to identify an effective growing medium composition based on substrate physical properties and seedling morphological responses. Methods: A randomized complete block design with one factor (growing medium composition) and four treatments was applied: M0 (commercial growing medium, control), M1 (rice husk charcoal: cocopeat: bamboo compost = 2:1:1), M2 (1:2:1), and M3 (1:1:2). Substrate properties, including bulk density, particle density, and porosity, were measured. Seedling growth was evaluated through plant height, leaf number, root length, root number, total fresh weight, and total dry weight. Data were analyzed using the F-test followed by Duncan’s Multiple Range Test at the 5% significance level. Findings: The composition of the growing medium significantly affected plant height, root length, root number, total fresh weight, and total dry weight, but had no significant effect on leaf number. The M2 treatment produced the highest porosity (82.11%) and superior seedling performance, with plant height of 9.55 cm, root length of 10.36 cm, total fresh weight of 0.55 g, and total dry weight of 0.07 g, compared with 5.69 cm, 4.05 cm, 0.25 g, and 0.01 g, respectively, in the control treatment. Higher porosity in M2 likely enhanced root development and resource uptake, resulting in greater biomass accumulation. Conclusion: A cocopeat-dominant medium (1:2:1) is the most effective composition for producing high-quality Habanero Francisca pepper seedlings, supporting the use of agricultural residues as a renewable, resource-efficient alternative to commercial peat-based media in pepper nurseries. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study is the first to integrate substrate porosity assessment with morphological performance evaluation to determine an effective nursery medium specifically for Habanero Francisca pepper, a cultivar for which such information has not previously been reported.
Food estate vs. smart farming: Rice production strategies for national food security Risya Putri Pertiwi
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 4 No. 1: (July) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v4i1.2026.3930

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Background: Indonesia’s food security faces complex pressures due to climate change, environmental degradation, and a high dependence on rice as the staple food. The government has responded to these challenges through the food estate program, which is based on large-scale land extensification. Various studies indicate that this program has low productivity, high ecological risks, and is unable to make a significant contribution to long-term food security. On the other hand, smart farming, which has been successfully implemented in countries such as Japan, Malaysia, and Brazil, demonstrates that technology-based precision intensification has significant potential to improve production efficiency without land expansion. Methods: The method used is a qualitative descriptive-comparative approach through the analysis of academic literature, policy documents, national statistical data, and international studies related to smart farming. Findings: The results show that productive food estate cultivation land accounts for less than 5% of the target and only produces 5.1–5.2 tons/ha (lower than the potential of intensively managed land), accompanied by ecological impacts such as peat degradation, deforestation, and land conflicts. In contrast, smart farming has the potential to increase national rice productivity by 10–20%, add up to 3 million tons of unhusked rice (milled dry paddy) if applied to 50% of existing rice fields, save water by 20–50%, and reduce chemical fertilizer use by around 20% through precision application. Conclusion: This study contributes by providing a conceptual and empirical basis that Indonesia’s food security transformation should shift from an expansive model toward inclusive precision intensification, based on agricultural digitalization, strengthening farmer institutions, and utilizing domestic research outputs. It also opens opportunities for further research on designing smart farming implementation models for smallholder farmers and institutional strategies to accelerate its adoption. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study introduces a paradigm shift from land-expansion food estates toward inclusive precision intensification, integrating smart farming, farmer institutions, and digital agriculture as sustainable strategies for Indonesia’s future food security transformation.
Integrative framework for riparian buffer management for independent oil palm plantation Maria Roswita Kartika Sari Bawono
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 4 No. 1: (July) 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jassu.v4i1.2026.3965

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Background: Riparian buffers play a critical role in maintaining water quality, preventing erosion, and conserving biodiversity in oil palm landscapes. However, independent smallholders, who manage approximately 40% of Indonesia’s oil palm plantation area, face constraints in riparian management due to limited land, capital, and technical capacity. Although riparian zones are legally protected, policy implementation remains weak. Meanwhile, the traditional local wisdom system in Jambi has demonstrated ecological and socio-economic benefits. This study aims to develop an integrative riparian management framework for independent oil palm smallholders in Jambi. Methods: This study employed a literature-based approach using national regulations, Best Management Practices (BMPs), and literature on riparian restoration and local customary practices. Data were analyzed through content analysis to identify key elements and develop an adaptive management framework. Findings: Formal regulations provide legal legitimacy for riparian protection but remain inadequately implemented. BMPs offer practical guidance, including buffer-zone delineation, native-species revegetation, and chemical-free management. The local wisdom system strengthens compliance through customary norms and shared community benefits. Conclusion: Adaptive co-management that integrates legal, technical, and local knowledge dimensions can strengthen social legitimacy and ecological resilience, supporting sustainable riparian management by independent oil palm smallholders. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study proposes an integrative riparian management framework that combines government regulations, technical management guidelines, and the local wisdom within an adaptive co-management approach, providing a socially legitimate and ecologically resilient strategy for sustainable riparian management.

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