Application Of Husk Ash Research Articles

Controlling Armyworm (Spodoptera exigua) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) on Shallot using Nano Husk Ash

The Beet Armyworm (Spodoptera exigua) is a polyphagous defoliator that poses a significant threat to cultivated plants, particularly shallot crops. Its attacks during the vegetative phase cause substantial damage. To control this pest, farmers often resort to synthetic pesticides, leading to negative consequences such as resistance development. To address consequences, internal control measures, like enhancing plant resistance through beneficial nutrients like silica, are crucial. Silica has been known to improve plant resistance against pest attacks. This study aims to investigate the effects of various methods of applying nano-sized rice husk ash fertilizer on the growth and resistance of Biru Lancor cultivar of shallots against S. exigua. Nano-rice husk ash fertilizer with an average particle size of 65,326 nm was produced and applied using three methods: placement, foliar, and seed coating. The results demonstrated that all methods of nano-rice husk ash application increased plant resistance, reducing leaf damage and pest mortality. The foliar application yielded the best results, enhancing plant height and epidermal cell wall thickness. Furthermore, nano-rice husk ash application positively influenced shallot productivity. This study highlights the potential of nano-sized rice husk ash as a sustainable and effective internal control measure against S. exigua, complementing synthetic pesticides for shallot pest management.

Pengaruh Abu Sekam terhadap Populasi dan Serangan Lalat Kacang (Ophiomyia phaseoli) pada Tanaman Kedelai

<p>The bean fly (<em>Ophiomyia phaseoli)</em> is a major pest of soybean in Indonesia which causes the plants to die early in growth. Most farmers use insecticide synthetics to control this pest. Therefore the alternative control of bean flies is needed to reduce reliance on farmer's usage of chemical pesticides. One of the alternative control is with application of husk ash that has a high silica content. This study examined husk ash to know the effect of husk ash to population and proportion of bean flies attacks. This research conducted in Pengkok Village, Kedawung, Sragen from June - September 2019. The method used was field experiment with a Randomized Completely Block Design (RCBD) with one factor, namely the dose of husk ash five levels (0 tons ha-1, 1.25 tons ha-1, 2.5 tons ha-1, 3.75 tons ha-1, and 5 tons ha-1) and five replications. The results showed that the application of husk ash not affected significantly on the adults of the bean fly population, but affected significantly the percentage of attacks only in the cotyledons. The application of rice husk ash can reduce the percentage of attack on the cotyledons by 2.11-3.04% than without husk ash application. The number of plant deaths apparently followed the populations of bean flies. Furthermore, the height of soybean with application looked taller than without application.</p>

Effects of nanobiosilica from rice husk ash application on rice growth, productivity, and milling quality

Application of different forms of silicon sources may influence rice production and quality. It is believed that properties of nanosized particles may differ significantly from those of the original bulk material. This study aimed to investigate effects of application of silica nanoparticles extracted from rice husk ash, called nanobiosilica (NBS), on the rice growth, productivity, and milling quality as compared to those of rice husk ash (RHA), sodium silicate solution (SDS), and two control treatments. NBS was produced by the sol-gel method. The five treatments were arranged on a randomized complete block design with four replicates. Application of NBS (20-50nm) and SDS significantly produced the highest stem strength, lodging tolerance, number of productive tillers, grain per-clump, and rice productivity (7.30-7.32t/ha). NBS produced better yield performances than RHA, the initial bulk material. The treatments did not influence brown rice and milled rice yield. However, the highest percentage of head rice was observed following NBS and RHA treatments. The results suggested that production of NBS from RH and its application to paddy field could be a viable strategy for supporting sustainable rice production, producing better quality of milled rice, increasing benefit of rice processors/farmers, and reducing environmental issues of underutilized rice husk.

PENGARUH ABU SEKAM PADI DAN PUPUK ZA TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TANAMAN CABAI RAWIT (Capsicum frutescens L.)

The decline in cayenne pepper crop production is partly due to low soil fertility. Efforts to increase crop production can be done by applying rice husk ash as a soil reformer combined with ZA fertilizer, so that plant nutrient needs are fulfilled. This study aims to determine the effect of applying rice husk ash and ZA fertilizer and their interactions on the growth and yield of cayenne pepper plants and to determine the dose of husk ash and ZA fertilizer that is suitable for the growth of cayenne pepper plants. This research was carried out in North Huntu Village, South Bulango District, Bone Bolango Regency, for four months starting from June to September 2021. This research use Factorial Group Randomized Design which consists of 2 factors. The first factor is rice husk ash which consists of three levels, namely 40, 50, and 60 g plant-1. The second one is ZA fertilizer with 3 levels, namely 10, 20, and 30 g plant-1. The observed parameters include plant height, number of productive branches, the weight of fruits, and the number of fruits. The data analysis uses analysis of variance (ANOVA) with a 5% BNT test. The results showed that rice husk ash and ZA fertilizer affected the growth and yield of cayenne pepper plants. The best results are obtained with the application of husk ash at a dose of 60 g plant-1 and ZA fertilizer at 30 g plant-1.Keywords: Rice husk ash, ZA fertilizer, cayenne pepper

Mapping Research Knowledge on Rice Husk Ash Application in Concrete: A Scientometric Review.

This study aimed to carry out a scientometric review of rice husk ash (RHA) concrete to assess the various aspects of the literature. Conventional review studies have limitations in terms of their capacity to connect disparate portions of the literature in a comprehensive and accurate manner. Science mapping, co-occurrence, and co-citation are a few of the most difficult phases of advanced research. The sources with the most articles, co-occurrences of keywords, the most prolific authors in terms of publications and citations, and areas actively involved in RHA concrete research are identified during the analysis. The Scopus database was used to extract bibliometric data for 917 publications that were then analyzed using the VOSviewer (version: 1.6.17) application. This study will benefit academics in establishing joint ventures and sharing innovative ideas and strategies because of the statistical and graphical representation of contributing authors and countries.

EFEITO DA APLICAÇÃO DA CINZA DA CASCA DE ARROZ SOBRE ATRIBUTOS DE SOLO SOB PASTAGEM

A aplicação de materiais carbonizados em solos pode resultar em melhoria de seus atributos químicos, físicos e físico-químicos. Entretanto, trabalhos que foquem sobre o efeito da aplicação da cinza da casca de arroz em solos ainda são escassos na literatura. Este estudo teve por objetivo avaliar os efeitos da aplicação da cinza de casca de arroz sobre os atributos químicos, físicos, e físico-químicos do solo. Foram coletadas amostras de solo (Luvissolo) sob pastagem em Dom Pedrito, RS. A amostragem foi feita em topossequência nas seguintes condições: i) pastagem com aplicação de cinza da casca de arroz (4,8 Mg ha-1) e; ii) pastagem sem aplicação de cinza. Posteriormente, foram determinados atributos químicos, físicos e físico-químicos de solo. Através dos resultados, averiguou-se que o uso da cinza no solo tem a capacidade de diminuir a acidez, aumentar a disponibilidade de nutrientes e melhora as condições estruturais dos perfis de solo analisados. PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Resíduos Industriais, Fertilidade do Solo, Matéria orgânica do solo, Acidez do solo.

The Added Effects of Rice Husk Ash Against to Growth and Yield on Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

Basil is a spice plant that is widely used as a culinary additive, fragrance, atractan, and anti-bacterial because it produces essential oils, basil oil. This research aimed to identifying the affect of adding rice husk ash on different basil’s cultivars on growth and yield of basil (Ocimum basilicum). This research use 4 x 2 factorial experiment pattern with Completely Randomized Design consisting of 5 replication. The first treatment was various type of basil’s cultivars such as Genovese cultivars (K1) and Dark Opal cultivars (K2). The second treatment was doses of rice husk ash such as control or without giving rice husk ash (M0), 30 g/pot (M1), 35 g/pot (M2), dan 40 g/pot (M3). The observed parameters were soil bulk density and porosity, plant height, leaves total, roots length, and leaves simplisia. The results showed that the application of husk ash can affect the increase in physical properties of the soil, but has not directly affected the growth parameters and yield of leaf simplisia. Dark Opal cultivars on all growth parameters showed higher yields, but Genovese cultivars showed higher yields or simplisia.

Response of maize to coconut husk ash application in an acid sandy-loam soil in Abakaliki, South-East Nigeria

Response of maize to coconut husk ash application was evaluated in an acid sandy loam soil under Abakaliki agroecology in South-East Nigeria. A land area measuring 0.03 ha was used for the experiment. The field was laid out using Randomized Complete Block Design with five treatments of coconut husk ash at 0, 2, 4, 6 and 8 t ha 1, replicated four times. Oba Super II hybrid maize was used as the test crop. Results showed that soil texture remained sandy loam after cropping. Hydraulic conductivity of coconut husk ash amended soil except the one applied at 2 t ha−1 was significantly (P coconut husk ash at 8tha−1> coconut husk ash at 4t ha−1 >coconut husk ash at 2 t ha−1 > control. It was concluded tha amendment of soil with coconut husk ash could be recommended for reducing soil acidity and higher maize production in an acid sandy loam.

Pengaruh pemberian abu sekam padi sebagai bahan desikan pada penyimpanan benih terhadap daya tumbuh dan pertumbuhan bibit kakao (The effects of rice husk ash as desiccation material of seed storage on viability and cocoa seedling growth).

Rice husk ash as desiccation material can be used to maintain seed viability in storage through its ability to absorb humidity during its storage. High relative humidity caused seed moisture content to increase so the respiration rate of seed increases and uses faster food stock. Finally the viability of seed is lost. A research on use of rice husk ash as desiccation material of cocoa seed storage was conducted in Agronomy Laboratory and Kaliwining Experimental Station, Indonesian Coffee and Cocoa Research Institute. Completely Randomized Design was used in this research with treatment of rice husk ash application on cocoa seed as follows: 0 g/100 seeds (A), 5 g/100 seeds (B), 10 g/100 seeds (C), 15 g/100 seeds (D), and 20 g/100 seeds (E). This experiment used four replications. Cocoa seeds were stored in plastic bag within carton box in ambient temperature. The storage periods were 1, 2, and 3 weeks, and parameters of observation consisted of electrical conductivity of dipped water of cocoa seeds, percentage of seed germination, percentage of seed emergence, early growth parameters at one month old including seedlings height of seedling, diameter, leaf number, root length, and dry weight. The result of the experiment showed that the use of rice husk ash at 5-10 g/100 seeds could maintain electrical conductivity of dipped water at low level, percentage of seed germination at 99-100 % and percentage of seed emergence at 79-91% after two weeks storage. The use of rice husk ash at 5-10 g/100 seeds after two weeks storage affected height of cacao seedling, but did not affected stem diameters, leaf numbers, root lengths, and dry weights

EFFECT OF PAPER FACTORY EFFLUENT ON SOIL AVAILABLE MACRO NUTRIENTS AND YIELD OF RICE

A study on the environmental pollution due to paper industry was undertaken. The undiluted effluent of the paper mill was dark brown in colour with appreciable quantities of suspended and dissolved solids with high values of BOD and COD. The effluent had slightly alkaline pH and high EC with appreciable quantities of Cl. SO,. HCO,. Na. Ca. Mg and variable amounts of micronutrients. Effluent irrigation. in general, increased the available N, K status, whereas P status in soil decreased. Rice husk ash application favoured higher P and K availability in soil. Effluent irrigation did not affect the grain yield. These results indicate the possibilities of the use of effluent for irrigating rice crop without any adverse effect on the growth and yield.