Actual Land Suitability Class Research Articles

Evaluation of Land Suitability For Durian (Durio Zibethinus) Plants In Parmaksian District, Toba Regency

Durian (Durio zibethinus) is known as a plant that has a fairly high economic value which is widely planted on community land in Parmaksian District, Lauhanbatu Regency, North Sumatra Province. This study aims to evaluate the land suitability class for durian as an agroforestry plant in Parmaksian, Toba Regency. Research activities include several stages of activities, namely: preparation, survey, soil analysis in the laboratory, data processing, and mapping. The survey method was carried out to collect soil samples in the field. Durian land suitability class was analyzed using the matching method. The method refers to the references and criteria adopted from the Soil Suitability of Agricultural Crops by the Center for Soil and Agroclimate Research, Bogor, Indonesia. The results showed that the actual land suitability class for durian plants in Parmaksian sub-district, was marginally suitable (S3) on Land Units 1 and 6 and not suitable (N) on Land Units 2, 3, 4, and 5 with limiting factors. are temperature and soil texture. The results of the GIS analysis show that 52.5% of the total sub-district area is marginally suitable (S3) and 47.8% of the total sub-district area is not suitable (N).

Land suitability evaluation for duku (Lansium domesticum Corr.) cv. Sumber in Kudus Regency, Central Java, Indonesia

Duku (Lansium domesticum) is an endemic plant in Indonesia with various benefits and distinctive tastes that many people favor. Duku originating from Kudus is known as Duku Sumber, one of the five superior duku varieties. The problem encountered today is the decreasing number of Duku Sumber plants due to land use change, and there has been no effort to increase the plant population. Information on land suitability as a basis for developing crops does not yet exist, so data about land suitability will be used as information on the wider distribution of planting areas in Kudus. This study aimed to evaluate the suitability and land use of Duku Sumber plants in the Kudus Regency. Geographic information systems and matching methods were applied to map the distribution of land suitability for Duku Sumber. The results showed that the potential and actual land suitability class for Duku Sumber are very suitable (S1) and quite suitable (S2) for the Jekulo, Hadipolo, Tenggeles, Golantepus, and Megawon areas, while the slightly suitable (S3) are Klaling, Ngembalrejo, Mejobo and Jati Wetan. The availability of nutrients (na) for nitrogen and potassium is the dominant limiting factor in this area. Nitrogen content in Jati Wetan (0.12%), Klaling (0.19%), and Hadiwarno (0.19%), while potassium content in Ngembalrejo (16.47 ppm) and Mejobo (18.57 ppm). Limitations in this area can be overcome by adding nitrogen and potassium fertilizers to become suitable land.

Evaluating land suitability for kemiri (Aleurites moluccana) as a multi-purpose tree species in community agroforestry land within Langkat District, North Sumatra

Evaluating land suitability for Aleurites moluccana in community agroforestry land within Langkat District, North Sumatra, is crucial for promoting sustainable development, enhancing livelihoods, and preserving ecosystems while honoring local traditions and cultures. The primary objective of this research was to evaluate and map the land suitability for A. moluccana within Langkat District, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia. To gather the necessary data, this study employed a survey method, involving the collection of soil samples from ten distinct land units within the field. The assessment of land suitability was carried out using the matching method. Geographic Information System (GIS) technology was utilized to create maps illustrating the distribution of land suitability, while a Global Positioning System (GPS) was employed to accurately record the coordinates of the collected soil samples. The findings revealed that within Gunung Ambat, Simpang Kuta Buluh, Rumah Galuh, and Telagah Village, the actual land suitability classes for A. moluccana were classified as moderately suitable (S2) and marginally suitable (S3). The prevailing limiting factors in this region were temperature (tc) and the characteristics of the root zone medium (rc). Consequently, this influenced the potential land suitability classes for A. moluccana, resulting in classifications ranging from highly suitable (S1) to moderately suitable (S2) and marginally suitable (S3). By implementing land suitability evaluation for A. moluccana in community agroforestry land, promoting sustainable land use, enhancing livelihoods, and conserving natural resources.

Evaluasi kesesuaian lahan padi pasang surut di Distrik Kamundan Kabupaten Teluk Bintuni

Agricultural activities on tidal marshland are strongly influenced by the tide (rise) and ebb (fall) of sea or river water. This study aims to (1) Determine soil physical and chemical property criteria; (2) Evaluate soil fertility; and (3) Evaluate tidal paddy suitability. The research site is in the tidal lands of Kamundan District of Teluk Bintuni Regency. The method used is a descriptive method with a survey technique. The results of the study were obtained (1) Criteria of physical and chemical properties of the soil has the physical properties of dusty clay. Soil chemical properties are average slightly acidic pH, low C-organic, medium, high, low to moderate N-total, very low to low P-available, very low to low Potassium, very low KTK, and high KB. (2) Soil fertility status is classified as low which is influenced by low values of P-available and Potassium soil. Low p-available soils are present on (river embankments, switchbacks and back bogs) and Low classified soil Potassium is present on river embankments, and (3) The results of land suitability analysis obtained on river embankments have an actual land suitability class of S3Na with limiting factor P-available, Very low Potassium can be upgraded into potential land suitability by performing Phosphate and Potassium fertilization with proper dosages and schedules, addition of organic matter through the use of manure. In the Intermediate and Back Swamp areas obtained the actual land suitability of S3na with a very low Potassium limiting factor can be increased to potential land suitability by performing Potassium fertilization with proper dosage and schedule, addition of organic matter through the use of manure.

EVALUASI KESESUAIAN LAHAN UNTUK TANAMAN PADI SAWAH DI KAMPUNG SUKA MAJU DISTRIK MALIND KABUPATEN MERAUKE

The level of land suitability for lowland rice can be determined by conducting a land suitability evaluation. Information related to land suitability classes can be used as a reference in taking appropriate action in managing rice fields so that production targets can be achieved. The aim of this research is to determine the actual land suitability class for lowland rice crops in Suka Maju Village, Malind District, Merauke Regency. This research used a survey method and soil sampling was carried out on two types of land, namely paddy fields and grasslands. Data collection was carried out by direct observation, laboratory analysis and data analysis. The data analysis technique to determine the subclass of land suitability is to match the growing requirements for lowland rice plants with the quality and characteristics of the land according to the Technical Guidelines for Land Evaluation for Agricultural Commodities, 2011 Revised Edition. The results of the research show that the land suitability class for lowland rice plants is on both types of land. (rice fields and grasslands) are classified as marginal suitability class (S3) with the limiting factors being rooting media (rc), nutrient retention (nr) and available nutrients (na). Basically, the limiting factors in this research can be improved by liming, fertilizing and adding organic materials.

Analysis of land suitability of clove (Syzygium aromaticum L.) in the humid tropics of South Sulawesi

South Sulawesi is one of largest clove-producing regions in Indonesia. The highest production was obtained in the Luwu, Regency area, but there needs to be data related to the wide distribution of clove development potential, especially in the Bua Ponrang District, the primary producer of clove commodities. Therefore, it is necessary to evaluate the suitability of clove plant land, which can show the area of its development potential in Bua Ponrang District, Luwu Regency. This study aims to analyze the suitability of land in the Bua Ponrang District for cloves, which can become a consideration for agricultural development in Luwu Regency. The method used in this study is a qualitative method with simple limiting factors with soil suitability assesment performed by comparing soil and physical environmental data with the suitability requirements of clove. The sampling method was purposive, conducted for each land unit most representative of the land unit map where clove exists, overlaid with geological maps, slope class maps and land use. The results of the analysis of the actual land suitability class, namely marginally suitable for clove (S3) to the boundary area of 6,222.18 hectares with limiting factors, namely air humidity, drainage, soil depth, total nitrogen (%), base saturation (%), available P (ppm) and slopes (%), which can be increased potential through improvement recommendations such as the addition of organic materials, fertilizers and terracing (conservation). The land suitability class is unsuitable for clove in the 2.570,12 hectares interface with limiting factors for erotion and slope hazard.

EVALUATION OF LAND SUITABILITY FOR OIL PALM (Elaeis quineensis Jacq.) IN LUBUK KARAK VILLAGE SEMBILAN KOTO DISTRICT DHARMASRAYA

Currently, the government continues to encourage the development of oil palm plantation areas with the aim of boosting domestic economic activity. Nagari Lubuk Karak has a large area of land and has the potential to be developed into plantations, especially oil palm plantations. This regency has a land area of 1056 ha. Therefore, an evaluation of land suitability needs to be carried out in order to know the actual and potential land suitability class recommendations for oil palm plantations in that village. The stages in the research included secondary data collection, pre-survey, main survey and soil analysis in the laboratory. Land suitability classification is done by matching method. From the research results it is known that the limiting factors in the actual land suitability class at the study site were temperature, water availability, nutrient retention, and erosion hazard. After improvements have been made with good land management, the land suitability class can be increased with a potential land suitability class, which was previously classified as S3, increased to S2, and previously classified as S2, can be increased to S1. Thus, to obtain good oil palm growth in this region, it is necessary to improve the limiting factors on each land.

Perencanaan Penggunaan Lahan Untuk Pengembangan Budidaya Tembakau di Kabupaten Temanggung

Tobacco is one of the importan commodities in Temanggung Regency. Temanggung’s tobacco has a nicotine content from 3 – 8%, so it is used as one of the main flavoring ingredients in manufacture of cole cigarettes. The rapid development of tobacco cultivation land in Temanggung Regency was not followed by site selection according to land capability class and land suitability. The aim of this study were to, 1) calculate the aviability of land for the development of tobacco cultivation, 2) determine the land suitability class for tobacco cultivation. The matching method is use in land suitability class. Extensification of tobacco cultivation land in temanggung regency can be carrie out on land with suitability class S3 (according to marginal) covering an area of 17.490,90 ha, covering a dry area of 11.975 ha; rainfed rice fields 3.622,9 ha; and shurbs 1.893 ha . Actual land suitability class of land aviable, among others S3na (8.293,98 ha), S3nr,na (3.621,96 ha), S3rc,na (2.389,78 ha), S3tc,nr,na (1.014,93 ha), S3tc,na (787,04 ha), S3tc (402,73 ha), S3tc,nr (343,43 ha), and S3tc,rc (1,17 ha). Potential land suitability class of land aviable, among others S2na (8.293,98 ha), S2nr,na (3.621,96 ha), S3tc (2.548,13 ha), S3rc (2.389,78 ha), and S3tc,rc (1.17 ha).

EVALUASI KESESUAIAN LAHAN UNTUK TANAMAN JAGUNG (Zea mays L.) DI KECAMATAN POPAYATO KABUPATEN POHUWATO

Utilization of land resources requires information of the potential and limitations of land use so that the commodity that will be cultivated can achieve optimal yields. The aim of this study was to determine land suitability class of maize (Zea mays L.) of agriculture land in Popayato District, Pohuwato Regensy. This research was conducted from July 2022 to December 2022. Land suitability classes, both actual and potential, were determined based on the matching method between land characteristics of each land unit with the land suitability criteria for maize. The results showed that the actual land suitability class for maize in Popayato District was dominated by marginally suitable (S3 class) respectively at about 95.32% and not suitable (N class) about 4.68% of total area. Limiting factors consisting of class S3 includes: rainfall and humidity, soil depth, base saturation and pH, while the limiting factors in class N was soil depth. After improvement efforts were made, the potential land suitability class for maize plants became S3 class for all land units with an area of 3,587.37 ha.

Evaluation of Land Suitability for Banggai Sweet Potato (Discorea alata) in Peling Tengah District, Banggai Islands

The sweet potato plant is a type of local food, tubers that are very popular in the Peling Tengah community, Banggai Islands Regency, and are an alternative type of plant for the main food ingredient after rice. For this reason, knowledge of land evaluation is needed so that optimal and sustainable agricultural production can be achieved. This research was conducted in October 2021 - January 2022, in Peling Tengah District, Banggai Islands Regency. The research method used is survey, analysis, and land suitability classification based on the following criteria: requirements for plant growth in accordance with the characteristics/quality of the land. The results showed that the actual land suitability class was S3 (marginal), with limiting factors including: rainfall, temperature, slope, drainage, texture, soil CEC, pH, N-Total, P2O5, K2O, erosion hazard. base saturation, and C Organic

Land Potential for Cacao (Theobroma cacao. L) Development in Banggai Regency

Seeing the bright prospects of cacao plants with the available land potential in Banggai Regency, it is necessary to assess land suitability in the development of cacao plants to know the actual potential land suitability level and the limiting factors that affect the potential for cacao plant development, apart from that it can optimize land use in the area, Banggai Regency. The approach used as an indicator for determining the land suitability class for cacao plantations in Banggai Regency is to take an FAO parametric index land quality based on land characteristics that match the requirements for land use for cacao plants, then tabulated into land map units. The results show that the actual land suitability class of Banggai Regency is N = not suitable and S3 = marginally suitable, with the limiting factor of water availability, root media, nutrient retention, available nutrients, and erosion hazard. So that land improvement efforts are needed to increase the land suitability class by considering the existing potential. Improvement efforts that can be done include adding lime, fertilizer, and organic matter, making mound terraces, bench terraces, credit terraces, and erosion-retaining plants. So that the results of the potential land suitability class are S1 = very suitable, S2 = suitable, S3 = marginally suitable, with an area of ​​land that can be developed for cacao plants in Banggai Regency, namely 419,236.9 ha.

Kesesuaian Lahan Tanaman Ubi Jalar (Ipomoea batatas) dan Ubi Kayu (Manihot esculenta) di Daerah Pesisir Pantai Utara Manokwari

Land suitability is the ability of a land for certain uses. The purpose of this study was to study soil salinity and potential land suitability for cultivation of food crops (cassava and sweet potato) from two different locations in Yoom II Village, North Manokwari District. The research method used was the observation method with survey techniques. Parameters observed were soil physical properties (texture, structure, soil color, surface rock, effective depth, water content) and soil chemical properties (soil pH and soil salinity). The results of the evaluation of land suitability for cassava plants at the two research locations, namely close to the coast (DP) and far from the coast (JP) generally had an actual land suitability class of S3 or marginally appropriate. The main limiting factors for the growth of cassava and sweet potato are surface rock and soil depth, as well as soil pH. Meanwhile, soil salinity was not a limiting factor because the electrical conductivity of the soil is less than 2 dSm-1. Improvement efforts that can be made to increase the land suitability class to be quite suitable (S2) are by cleaning the surface rock and adding organic matter to reduce soil pH.

EVALUASI KESESUAIAN LAHAN UNTUK TANAMAN KELAPA SAWIT DI DESA ENGKASAN KECAMATAN TAYAN HULU KABUPATEN SANGGAU

This study aims to determine the level/grade suitability of land for oil palm plantations and attempt to provide management recommendations. Results of land evaluation, whether the results obtained from the field and the results of laboratory analysis results will provide information and guidance necessary land use and finally value of production expectations increased. The research was conducted in the village of Engkasan Tayan Hulu subdistrict Sanggau district with an area of 100 hectares. Analysis of soil samples carried out in the Laboratory of Chemistry and Soil Fertility Faculty of Agriculture, University Tanjungpura Pontianak. The study started from April 2015 until the end of April 2016. The research was conducted by survey method using a grid system. Implementation of the research include: 1) Preparation, consisting of cartography topography of the site of research, collecting secondary data research sites and tools and materials used, 2) field observations, consisting of drilling and profiling of land, 3) Analysis soil samples in the laboratory, 4) Analysis and compilation of data, which consists of determining ratings soil chemical properties, determining the nomenclature of land, determination of land suitability classes, determination of the limiting factors of land, 5) Interpretation of the data and presenting the results, the data obtained in the field associated with the results of the analysis in the laboratory.The interpretation of field data and analysis in the laboratory showed that among the sites there are 4 Soil Mapping Unit, but it has one type of soil and is classified into the Order Ultisol, Sub-order Udik, Great-group Kandiudults, Sub-order Typic Kandiudults with epipedon ocric and horizon diagnostic kandik. Soil Mapping Unit 1 has a land suitability classes S3-n (nutrient status) actual and potential land suitability classes S1, Soil Mapping Unit 2 has a land suitability classes S3-ns (slope and nutrient status) actual and potential land suitability classes S1, Soil Mapping Unit 3 has the actual land suitability classes N1-s (slope). N1-s (slope) can not do so any improvement potential land suitability classes Soil Mapping Unit remain N1-s (slope) 3 and Soil Mapping Unit 4 has the actual land suitability classes N2-s (slope). N2-s (slope) can not do so any improvement potential land suitability classes Soil Mapping Unit remain N2-s (slope). Recommended management consists of organic materials recommendation, liming, fertilizing and terracing. The results of the lime requirement calculations amounted to 0.5344 ton / mgCa (CO3) 2 / ha, the result of calculation of P and K fertilizer demand respectively 159.8 kg / ha SP36 and 130 kg / ha KCl.

Evaluation Of Land Suitability For Durian (Durio Zibethinus) Plants In Pangkatan District, Labuhanbatu Regency

Durian (Durio zibethinus) is known as a plant that has a fairly high economic value which is widely planted on community land in Pangkatan District, Lauhanbatu Regency, North Sumatra Province. This study aims to evaluate the land suitability class for durian as an agroforestry plant in Pangkatan, Labuhanbatu Regency. Research activities include several stages of activities, namely: preparation, survey, soil analysis in the laboratory, data processing, and mapping. The survey method was carried out to collect soil samples in the field. Durian land suitability class was analyzed using the matching method. The method refers to the references and criteria adopted from the Soil Suitability of Agricultural Crops by the Center for Soil and Agroclimate Research, Bogor, Indonesia. The results showed that the actual land suitability class for durian plants in Sitellu Tali Urang Julu sub-district was marginally suitable (S3) on Land Units 1 and 6 and not suitable (N) on Land Units 2, 3, 4, and 5 with limiting factors. are temperature and soil texture. The results of the GIS analysis show that 52.5% of the total sub-district area is marginally suitable (S3) and 47.8% of the total sub-district area is not suitable (N).

Evaluation of Land Suitability for Pepper Plants (Piper Nigrum Linn) in Kindang District, Bulukumba Regency

This study aims to determine the characteristics of the land and determine land suitability for pepper (Piper Nigrum Linn) in Kindang District, Kab. Bulukumba. The type of this research is descriptive quantitative research by using survey method of soil observation. In this study, using purposive sampling data collection techniques on eleven land units by taking samples of undisturbed soil. The results of this study indicate the characteristics of the land in the research location, namely wet climate; medium temperature ; availability of water and high rainfall; good drainage; the dominant texture class is smooth and slightly fine; medium coarse fraction; good effective depth; high clay CEC value; medium base saturation; non sodic alkalinity; erosion hazard levels that range from very low to very severe; no flood hazard; and medium land preparation. The actual land suitability class) consists of: class S2 (fairly suitable) covering an area of 36.5 km2, class S3 (marginally appropriate) covering an area of 52.6 km2 class N (not suitable) covering an area of 54,3 km2.

Evaluasi Kesesuaian Lahan Untuk Tanaman Kacang Tanah Di Kelurahan Pardamean Kecamatan Rantau Selatan

Land evaluation is useful as a basis for sector development in an area that is useful for reorganizing existing land use so as to assist in making land use planning decisions. Peanuts have great potential to be cultivated and developed commercially because they have wide adaptability, high productivity, are resistant to plant pests and are more resistant to marginal conditions. This research is descriptive with survey methods. The sampling method used is based on land map units with a free grid system for data. climates classified by climate type Schimdt and Ferguson. Land evaluation was carried out using the matching method by matching and comparing land characteristics with land suitability class criteria so that to obtain land suitability classes for peanut plants in Rantau Selatan District, Labuhanbatu Regency, there were 6 sample points so that the determination of soil characteristics values for soil samples was carried out using a soil drill tool. at a depth of 0-60 cm. Research results for peanut plants in Pardamean Village, Rantau Selatan District according to marginal / S3. Land suitability for peanut plants cultivated in Rantau Selatan District Labuhanbatu Regency 2.017 ha. The actual land suitability class for peanut plants is Nwa, while the potential land suitability class is S2tcwa. Keywords: Land Evaluation, Peanut Plants, Rantau Selatan, Labuhanbatu

LAND SUITABILITY EVALUATION FOR BANANA IN JENAWI DISTRICT, KARANGANYAR, INDONESIA


 
 The superior banana varieties in Karanganyar Regency, including Jenawi District, have the potential to be developed, but banana development is still constrained by the lack of information regarding land suitability. This study aims to to obtain the land suitability class for banana and its limiting factors, to arrange land management for its development. This research was a descriptive explorative study through a field survey approach, supported by laboratory analysis. Determination of land suitability classes is carried out by matching land characteristics with plant growth requirements. The actual land suitability class for banana plants is not suitable (N) and marginal suitable (S3). The inhibiting factors for banana suitability were low temperature, high rainfall, low P2O5 content, steep slopes, and high erosion hazards. Land improvement effort that can be done include elaborate drainage structure, liming and ameliorant adding, P-fertilizing, planting in line with contour and cover crop planting. Potential land suitability classes for banana are not suitable (N), marginal suitable (S3) and moderately suitable (S2). Jenawi District has sufficient land potential for banana development. Banana development can be carried out on land with moderately suitable potential land suitability by improving the land limiting factors. Improvement dipilih dari SMU 3 dan 4.
 
 

ANALISIS KESESUAIAN LAHAN DI KAWASAN HUTAN DENGAN TUJUAN KHUSUS (KHDTK) BULUH CINA, RIAU

Forest Area with Special Purposes (KHDTK) Buluh Cina requires a land suitability analysis so that the development of plant species can be carried out optimally. This study aims to map land units and determine land suitability classes. This study uses aerial photography to classify land cover and take soil samples. Furthermore, overlay analysis and species matching were carried out for 7 types of plants including durian, rambutan, sengon, mango, cacao, pineapple, and corn. The land suitability class is divided into 4 levels namely, very suitable (S1), suitable (S2), marginally suitable (S3), and not suitable (N). Based on the results, the actual land suitability class at KHDTK Buluh Cina class S1 was rambutan at SPL I and III. Land suitability class S2 is rambutan at SPL II and IV. S3 land suitability classes are durian, sengon, mango, cocoa, pineapple, and corn in SPL I, II, III, and IV. The potential land suitability class at KHDTK Buluh Cina class S1 is rambutan at SPL I, II, III and IV. Land suitability class S2 is durian, sengon, and cocoa at SPL I, II, III, and IV. S3 land suitability class is mango, pineapple, and corn in SPL I, II, III, and IV.

EVALUASI KESESUAIAN LAHAN UNTUK TANAMAN KACANG TANAH DI KELURAHAN PARDAMEAN KECAMATAN RANTAU SELATAN

Land evaluation is useful as a basis for sector development in an area that is useful for reorganizing existing land use so as to assist in making land use planning decisions. Peanuts have great potential to be cultivated and developed commercially because they have wide adaptability, high productivity, are resistant to plant pests, and are more resistant to marginal conditions. This research is descriptive with survey methods. The sampling method used is based on land map units with a free grid system for data. climates classified by climate type Schmidt and Ferguson. The land evaluation was carried out using the matching method by matching and comparing land characteristics with land suitability class criteria so that to obtain land suitability classes for peanut plants in Rantau Selatan District, Labuhanbatu Regency, there were 6 sample points so that the determination of soil characteristics values for soil samples was carried out using a soil drill tool. at a depth of 0-60 cm. Research results for peanut plants in Pardamean Village, Rantau Selatan District according to marginal / S3. Land suitability for peanut plants cultivated in Rantau Selatan District Labuhanbatu Regency 2.017 ha. The actual land suitability class for peanut plants is Nwa, while the potential land suitability class is S2tcwa.Keywords: Land Evaluation, Peanut Plants, Rantau Selatan, Labuhanbatu

Evaluation of land suitability for Yam (Dioscorea alata ) in Cangkringan, Sleman, Special Region of Yogyakarta

Cangkringan Subdistrict is one of areas in Southern flank of Mount Merapi, Special Region of Yogyakarta which is prone to eruptions. Landuse changes due to eruptions often occur in this area. As a result, the Cangkringan area is prone to food security, due to the damage and landuse changes that have occurred. Yam is a tuber crop that is resistant to nutrient-poor land and has not been widely cultivated. The prospect of developing Yam is very large as a way of diversifying food. Therefore, an effort is needed to evaluate the land for cultivation of Yam on marginally lands affected by the eruption by determining the characteristics of the land as the basis for determining land suitability. The research was conducted using analytical descriptive method and analyzed using the matching method between land quality and land characteristics as parameters with land suitability class criteria. The results showed that the actual land suitability class in Cangkringan sub-district for Yam cultivation was S3nr, na, eh, tc with limiting factors for nutrient retention, total N content, land slope, and temperature. While the potential land suitability is S3eh, tc with limiting factors for land slope and temperature. Improvements that can be made include the addition of organic matter, fertilization, making terraces and planting on land that is not shaded.