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From farms to school meals: Linking local agriculture to Indonesia’s free nutritious meals program

Indra Purnama

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 2 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) Program represents one of the most ambitious public nutrition initiatives ever implemented in the country. Designed to provide daily nutritious meals to millions of school children, the program has the potential to significantly improve child nutrition…

Growing-medium effects and limited responses to short-fermented banana stem liquid organic fertilizer in grafted ‘Alligator’ avocado seedlings (Persea americana Mill.)

Risna Mulyati; Dewi Firnia; Ratna Fitry Yenny et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 2 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Growing medium and liquid organic fertilizer (LOF) quality influence seedling performance, although their combined effects remain unclear. This study evaluated seedlings treated with short-fermented banana stem LOF in different media. A factorial randomized complete block design comprised five LOF…

Effects of folic acid concentration and spraying frequency on the growth of Atlantic potato plantlets during acclimatization

Meiskia Zahrani; Susiyanti Susiyanti; Julio Eiffelt Rossafelt Rumbiak et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 2 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Acclimatization is a stage in potato micropropagation because in vitro-derived plantlets must adapt to ex vitro conditions. This study evaluated the effects of folic acid concentration and spraying frequency on Atlantic potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) plantlet growth during acclimatization. A…

Trap-based abundance and assemblage structure of fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) in lemon and papaya orchards

Weri Herlin; Isnun Mutminah; Grace E. Y. Sitompul et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 2 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) are economically important pests that reduce the quality and marketability of tropical fruits. This study compared trap-based abundance and assemblage structure in a lemon orchard and a papaya orchard in Tanjung Baru Village, Ogan Ilir Regency, South Sumatra…

Effects of growing media and variety on growth and fruit characteristics of melon (Cucumis melo L.) under drip irrigation

Elza Yulidasari; Nuniek Hermita; Andi Fatmawaty

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 2 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Growing media and varietal characteristics may influence the growth and fruit characteristics of melon (Cucumis melo L.) under drip irrigation. This study evaluated the main and interactive effects of growing media and melon variety. The experiment was conducted in Menes District, Pandeglang…

Comparative laboratory efficacy of three commercial organophosphate insecticides against fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) larvae

Najma Ayu Koeswari; Julio Eiffelt Rossafelt Rumbiak; Andree Saylendra et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 2 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda, is a maize pest whose management remains dependent on synthetic insecticides. This study compared three organophosphate insecticides against third-instar S. frugiperda larvae. Chlorpyrifos, profenofos, and diazinon were evaluated at 5%, 20%, 50%, 75%, and 95%…

An integrated in planta infection and in vitro selection strategy for Agrobacterium-mediated transformation of Tagetes erecta

Elisa Apriliani; Hindun Siti Zahroh; Wahyu Nirwanto

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 1 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Marigold (Tagetes erecta) is an important ornamental plant valued for its diverse flower colors and morphological variation. Enhancing the genetic variability of this species can be achieved through biotechnological approaches, particularly genetic transformation mediated by Agrobacterium…

Land type drives pest infestation patterns in smallholder cocoa agroecosystems

Alan Handru; Fahmi W. Kifli; Galang Indra Jaya et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 1 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Pest infestation remains a major constraint in smallholder cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) production, particularly in tropical agroecosystems where environmental heterogeneity can influence pest dynamics. However, the role of land type in shaping pest infestation patterns under field conditions is…

Predator communities associated with Spodoptera exigua in tropical shallot agroecosystems

I Wayan Dirgayana; Dewa Ayu Ari Febriyanti; Dicky Marsadi

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 1 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Spodoptera exigua Hübner is a major pest of shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.) that can significantly reduce productivity in tropical agroecosystems. Pest control in shallot cultivation still relies heavily on synthetic insecticides, which may lead to pest resistance and negatively affect natural…

Physiological responses of pakcoy (Brassica rapa ssp. chinensis) to chitosan application under short-term drought stress

Rafael Raditya Prabowo; Sri Wulandari; Nadya Farah et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 1 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Drought stress is a major environmental factor limiting leafy vegetable productivity in greenhouse cultivation. Chitosan is widely reported as a biostimulant that may enhance stress tolerance through physiological and biochemical regulation. This study aimed to evaluate physiological responses of…

Soil physical properties and organic matter govern available water in Inceptisols under different land uses

Gideon Victorio Firdaus; Siswanto Siswanto; Fitri Wijayanti

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 1 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Understanding soil water availability is critical for sustainable land management in tropical agricultural systems, particularly in Inceptisols that often exhibit inherent physical constraints. This study aimed to evaluate the influence of soil physical properties and organic matter on available…

Genotype-dependent growth and quality responses of melon (Cucumis melo L.) to potassium nitrate under dynamic root floating hydroponics

Allya Danir Abdallah; Alfu Laila; Sulastri Isminingsih et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 1 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Limited understanding of genotype-dependent responses to nutrient enrichment remains a key constraint in optimizing melon production under dynamic root floating hydroponic systems. This study evaluated genotype-dependent growth and fruit quality responses of melon (Cucumis melo L.) to potassium…

Peat soil degradation under coconut monoculture on Indonesian tropical peatlands

Andrian Perdana; Gian Juliano; Ahmad Imtaz Sumbari et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 23 No. 2 · 2026 · Indonesian · DOAJ

The conversion of tropical peat swamp forests to agricultural systems is widely known to alter peat soil properties through drainage-induced oxidation and accelerated organic matter decomposition. However, field-based evidence on long-term coconut monoculture remains limited. This study evaluated…

Isolation and antimicrobial activity of lactic acid bacteria from the traditional fermented food cangkuok semaung in Riau, Indonesia

Nova Wahyu Pratiwi; Saryono Saryono; Ismawati Ismawati et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 22 No. 2 · 2025 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Fermentation can be an effective step in addressing postharvest handling challenges and enhancing nutritional value through the conversion of perishable crops into more stable products. One of the traditional fermented foods originating from Kuantan Singingi Regency, Riau Province, Indonesia, is…

Effects of leachate-based liquid organic fertilizer on soil fertility and chili growth in biochar-amended marginal soil

Nurmaranti Alim; Muhammad Fahyu Sanjaya; Laode Muhammad Asdiq Hamsin Ramadan et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 22 No. 2 · 2025 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Soil fertility degradation and limited access to sustainable inputs pose major constraints in marginal agricultural lands. Organic waste leachate, although rich in nutrients, often contains phytotoxic compounds that limit its direct application as fertilizer. This study evaluated the effect of…

Dominant genera of plant-parasitic nematodes in kepok banana (Musa acuminata x balbisiana) cultivation in Pidie, Indonesia

Siti Shofiya Nasution; Tjut Chamzurni; Cut Fitria et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 22 No. 2 · 2025 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Banana (Musa spp.) is a vital agricultural commodity in Indonesia. In Pidie Regency, Aceh, Indonesia, production declined significantly by 46% between 2021 and 2023, partly due to infestations by plant-parasitic nematodes. This study aimed to identify the dominant genera of parasitic nematodes in…

Sustainable vegetable production through pakchoi (Brassica rapa L.) growth response to bio-slurry liquid organic fertilizer intervals

Febby Indriyani; Bhakti Karyadi; Sani Hanifah

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 22 No. 3 · 2025 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Pakchoi (Brassica rapa L.) is a fast-growing leafy vegetable with high nutritional value, making it an important crop for sustainable vegetable production. However, its cultivation often relies on chemical fertilizers, which are costly and environmentally detrimental. Bio-slurry liquid organic…

Microwave-assisted extraction and computational modelling of curcumin from turmeric (Curcuma longa) for sunscreen applications

Salmahaminati Salmahaminati; Khopipah Muchtar; Febi Indah Fajarwati et al.

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 22 No. 2 · 2025 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight can cause skin damage, including premature aging, sunburn, and increased risk of skin cancer. While synthetic sunscreen agents are widely used, concerns over their long-term safety have driven interest in natural alternatives. In this…

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Phytoremediation potential of Avicennia marina, Rhizophora mucronata, and Bruguiera gymnorrhiza in lead (Pb) contaminated urban coastal areas

Fina Dwi Permatasari; Haidar Fari Aditya; Wanti Mindari

Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian, Vol. 22 No. 1 · 2025 · Indonesian · DOAJ

Heavy metal contamination in urban coastal areas poses a serious environmental threat, with lead (Pb) being one of the most persistent and hazardous pollutants. Mangrove forests, which act as natural buffers between land and sea, have the potential to mitigate heavy metal pollution through…