Daryanti, R. Soelistijono, Siti Mardhika Sari, Tyas Soemarah Kurnia Dewi, Pramudika Restu Putra Abadi

Respon Bawang Merah Varietas Bima Terhadap Aplikasi Mikoriza dan Pupuk Organik Cair Limbah Rumah Tangga

Introduction

Respon bawang merah varietas bima terhadap aplikasi mikoriza dan pupuk organik cair limbah rumah tangga. Meningkatkan hasil bawang merah varietas Bima secara organik. Studi respons tanaman terhadap mikoriza dan pupuk organik cair limbah rumah tangga. Kombinasi 10g mikoriza & 3 hari POC efektif.

Abstract

Shallots are a horticultural commodity whose demand is always increasing. Organic cultivation by utilizing household waste as organic fertilizer and mycorrhizae is one way to increase the production of Bima variety shallots. The study was conducted from February to May 2025 in Koripan Village, Matesih District, Karanganyar Regency. This study aimed to determine the effect of mycorrhizae and liquid organic fertilizer (POC) from household waste on the growth and yield of Bima variety shallots. The study was conducted using a Completely Randomized Block Design (RAKL) using two factors, namely the mycorrhizae dose (0, 5, and 10 grams) and the POC watering interval (0, 3, 6, and 9 days). The results showed that the administration of 10 grams of mycorrhizae gave the best results in terms of bulb weight (32.75 grams), number of bulbs (7.20), and consumption bulb weight (31.12 grams). Meanwhile, the three-day POC watering interval (P2) resulted in the highest tuber weight (36.83 grams), tuber number (8.00 grams), and tuber consumption weight (35.44 grams) of all treatments. The combination of mycorrhizal treatment and POC watering interval significantly increased plant productivity in an organic and environmentally friendly manner.

Review

This manuscript presents an interesting and timely study on enhancing shallot production using organic and sustainable practices, specifically incorporating mycorrhizae and liquid organic fertilizer (POC) derived from household waste. The research addresses a pertinent issue in horticulture by exploring methods to meet increasing demand for shallots while promoting environmentally friendly cultivation. The use of Bima variety shallots, a common local cultivar, and the experimental setup utilizing a Completely Randomized Block Design, provide a solid foundation for evaluating the individual and combined effects of the applied treatments. The abstract clearly states the objective and the two-factor experimental approach, laying out the core components of the investigation. The findings indicate promising results, highlighting the positive impact of both mycorrhizae application and a specific POC watering interval on shallot growth and yield parameters. The administration of 10 grams of mycorrhizae significantly improved bulb weight, number of bulbs, and consumption bulb weight, demonstrating its potential as a bio-enhancer. Similarly, a three-day POC watering interval consistently yielded superior results across these critical metrics. Importantly, the abstract concludes by emphasizing the synergistic effect of combining these treatments, leading to a substantial increase in plant productivity. These quantitative results, such as the specific bulb weights and numbers, provide tangible evidence of the treatments' effectiveness, supporting the paper's core premise of sustainable agricultural enhancement. While the study offers valuable insights, there are several points that warrant clarification or further detail to strengthen its overall impact. A critical oversight in the abstract is the stated study period (February to May 2025), which suggests the research is yet to be conducted, implying the results presented are hypothetical. This needs immediate correction to reflect the actual past or ongoing study period. Furthermore, the description of "household waste" as the source for POC is quite broad; specifying the types of waste used (e.g., food scraps, garden waste) and the method of POC production would significantly improve the study's replicability and scientific rigor. Lastly, some unit inconsistencies are noted, such as "tuber number (8.00 grams)" which should likely be just a count without the unit 'grams'. Addressing these details in the full manuscript, alongside a more detailed discussion of the mechanisms behind the observed improvements, would greatly enhance the paper's contribution to the scientific literature.

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