Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L.) is a resilient cereal crop widely cultivated in marginal environments; however, its production often relies heavily on costly synthetic nitrogen fertilizers which also pose environmental concerns. Integrating organic nutrient sources such as goat manu...
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Research Article10.9734/arja/2026/v19i1804
Mint (Mentha spp.) is a high-value medicinal and aromatic crop whose productivity and quality are influenced by growing media under hydroponic cultivation. This study evaluated the effects of cocopeat–rice husk biochar growing media on the growth, yield, phenolic content, and nit...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i3454
Urban farming systems based on substrate hydroponics require an optimal growing medium composition to ensure adequate aeration and water-holding capacity. This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of different proportions of cocopeat and rice husk biochar on flavonoid cont...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2026/v13i3489
Sustainable fertilization strategies are essential for improving crop productivity while maintaining soil health. This study evaluated the effects of partial substitution of synthetic nitrogen (N) fertilizer with Sphagneticola trilobata (L.) Pruski compost on soil nitrogen and sw...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaar/2025/v25i11687
This study aimed to determine the effective concentration of cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica) extract in inhibiting the germination, vegetative growth, and yield of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) test plant, and to calculate the IC₅₀ value as an indicator of its allelopathic poten...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2025/v12i2385
Aims: This study aims to determine the optimal dosage of Fungi Mycorrhizal Arbuscular (FMA) to enhance the growth and yield of shallots (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) in Ultisol. Study Design: The research was conducted from February to April 2024 at the Agronomy Experimental Stat...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i55446
Aims: This study explores the potential of Melastoma compost (Melastoma malabatrichum L.) as a sustainable alternative to synthetic nitrogen fertilizers in shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.) cultivation. Study Design: This study was conducted from July to October 2024 at the Green...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25316
Basil is an economically valuable herb suitable for intensive production systems where cultivation space is limited. This study compared the growth performance of five basil cultivars—Italian Large, Genovese, Red Rubin, Thai, and Selasih—under substrate-based drip hydroponics. Th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i3455
Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lamk.) is an economically important tropical fruit species that is widely cultivated across Indonesia, including Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Papua, and Nusa Tenggara. Despite its broad distribution, information on the morphological div...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2026/v13i3492
Optimising non-productive land through the use of saline soils presents a significant challenge because elevated salt concentrations can inhibit shallot growth and development. This study aimed to determine the effects of NaCl concentration on seed viability and plant growth and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2026/v13i3485
Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lamk.) is an important tropical fruit crop with high economic and nutritional value. However, documented information on local jackfruit diversity remains limited. This study aimed to identify local jackfruit accessions in Kampung Melayu Distric...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2026/v13i3484
True Shallot Seed (TSS) is an alternative source of shallot seeds (Allium cepa L. var. aggregatum) that has the potential to increase production efficiency, but its response to a combination of liquid organic fertilizer Photosynthetic Bacteria (PSB) and inorganic fertilizer still...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2026/v13i1448
Fitri Lestari, Muhamad Mustopa Romdhon, Nanik Setyowati, Kiky Nurfitri Sari, Agus Sukamto, Andika Prawanto & Maranggi Aulia·Asian Research Journal of Agriculture·2026
This study analyzes the value added generated from processing Robusta coffee beans into ground coffee at Air Lanang Coffee, a micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) located in Rejang Lebong Regency, Indonesia. A quantitative descriptive case study approach was applied using p...
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Research Article10.9734/arja/2026/v19i1809
Rapid urbanization has reduced available agricultural land, creating an urgent need for sustainable food production systems such as urban organic farming. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of manure type and dosage on lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) growth and yield under urba...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2025/v12i4429
The development of natural weed control methods using agricultural waste is gaining attention as part of sustainable farming practices. Rice bran is one such potential material; however, its application may adversely affect rice plants themselves. The aim of the research were to...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i73606
Rice is a major global staple, but its cultivation faces weed challenges, prompting herbicide use that harms the environment. Rice straw contains allelopathic compounds with bioherbicidal potential, yet these substances may also cause autotoxic effects on rice, impacting its grow...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaar/2025/v25i8656
Fertilization is one of the key factors in soybean cultivation to increase growth and yield, particularly when using organic materials such as compost and inorganic fertilizers like SP-36. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of compost and SP-36 fertilizer on soybean growth an...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3426
Rumen fluid of Bali cattle contains a highly diverse and functionally active bacterial community, offering valuable potential for compost bioactivation. This study aimed to isolate and characterize cellulolytic, phosphate and potassium-solubilizing bacteria from the rumen and ass...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i72606
Aims: This study aims to assess the allelopathic effects of Mexican sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsl) A. Gray) on rice seed germination as test plant, determine the optimal extract concentration for inhibiting vegetative growth of rice (Oryza sativa L.), and establish the...
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Research Article10.9734/jaeri/2025/v26i3674
This study aimed to determine the best cropping pattern and type of mulch in the intercropping system of sweet corn and red beans in organic farming systems. The research was conducted in Air Duku Village, Bengkulu at 1054 m above sea level. The experimental design was RCBD with...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i52817
Aims: To determine the physiological and agronomic responses of sweet potato plants to the application of liquid organic fertiliser (LOF) prepared from moringa leaves and seaweed, and to identify the best moringa leaf-seaweed LOF combination for sweet potato growth and yield in c...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i86208
This study aims to determine the best soil ameliorant composition that can improve the growth and yield of shallots (Allium cepa L.) in sandy soil, as well as to evaluate the effectiveness of weed and chicken manure ameliorant on the growth and yield of shallots. This study was c...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2026/v13i1434
Heavy metals contribute to soil contamination and can decrease soil productivity. Compost and Ca(OH)2 can restore heavy metal contaminated soil. The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of compost and Ca(OH)2 in reducing cadmium (Cd) contamination in Inceptisols...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2022/v44i330806
Ultisols are one of the dominant soil orders in Indonesia, accounting for approximately 25% of the total land area. The main problem of this soil is high aluminum (Al) saturation with low pH and plant nutrients. The study was intended to determine the effect of liquid organic fer...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54510