Empty Fruit Bunch Compost Research Articles

A Enhancing the Composting Process and Quality of Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunches (EFB) Using Indigenous Cellulolytic Microbes: A Review

Palm oil production in Indonesia is projected to reach approximately 54.84 million tons by 2023, maintaining a consistent trend. This production volume is closely linked to the amount of Empty Fruit Bunches (EFB) generated as a by-product. If EFB is not managed effectively, it could have adverse effects on the environment. To address this issue, composting EFB is essential. However, the high cellulose content in EFB poses challenges for decomposition. The application of cellulolytic microorganisms presents a promising solution to enhance the composting process. This study aims to explore the benefits of incorporating cellulolytic microorganisms in accelerating EFB compost quality. The research methodology follows the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. The review focuses on scientific literature from 2014 to 2024 available on the ScienceDirect and Google Scholar databases. Findings indicate that using a consortium of cellulolytic microorganisms can reduce cellulose content, decrease the C/N ratio, expedite composting, enhance compost quality by regulating temperature, reducing volume, increasing pH, macronutrients, and biological activity during EFB composting.

Pengaruh Abu Janjang Kosong Kelapa Sawit dengan Kompos Eceng Gondok terhadap Perubahan Sifat Kimia Tanah Lahan Pasang Surut

Marshes that are affected either directly or indirectly by the ebb and flow of seawater are known as tidal wetlands. The lack of soil nutrients like low pH, N, P, and K, as well as the high solubility of Al and Fe, which can poison plants, is the problem with tidal wetlands. The goal of the study was. to find out how the application of oil palm empty fruit bunch (EFB) ash and water hyacinth compost changed the pH, organic C, N, P, and K levels of the soil in tidal wetlands. The randomized complete design (CRD) method was used in this pot experiment, with two factors: 1) four applications of oil palm EFB ash, and 2) four applications of water hyacinth compost. Oil palm EFB ash had doses of 0 ton.ha-1, 1 ton.ha-1, 1.5 ton.ha-1, and 2 ton.ha-1, while water hyacinth compost had doses of 0 ton.ha-1, 2 ton.ha-1, 3 ton.ha-1, and 4 ton.ha-1, respectively. 32 experimental units were created when 16 treatment combinations were replicated twice. After four weeks of incubation, the soil was submerged in water to a height of 5 cm. The application of oil palm EFB ash and compost made from water hyacinths had significant effects on pH, N-NO3ˉ, available P, and K, but not organic C or N-NH4+. The findings suggest that the application of water hyacinth compost and oil palm EFB ash can raise the pH, organic C, and levels of N, P, K in the soil.

PENINGKATAN PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL KEDELAI YANG DITANAM DALAM KONDISI JENUH AIR MELALUI PEMBERIAN P ANORGANIK DAN KOMPOS TANDAN KOSONG KELAPA SAWIT DI ULTISOL

[ENHANCING GROWTH AND YIELD OF SOYBEAN GROWN UNDER WATER-SATURATED CONDITIONS BY INORGANIC P AND EMPTY FRUIT BUNCH COMPOST AMENDMENTS IN ULTISOL]. The saturated soil culture practices with which to obtain high yield of soybean in Ultisol, characterized by high acidity, nutrient deficiencies and imbalances, should be developed. This study was conducted to evaluate the beneficial effects of empty fruit bunch (EFB) compost combined with inorganic P application on growth and yield of soybean under water-saturated culture in Ultisol. This research was carried out from September to December 2022 in the rice field located in Kemumu Village, Arma Jaya District, North Bengkulu Regency, Bengkulu Province at an altitude of ±541 m above sea level. The field experiment was performed in factorial scheme based on a randomized complete block design with three replications. The experimental treatments included EFB compost as first factor at four levels (0, 5, 10, and 15 t/ha) and application of SP36 as second factor at four rates (0, 75, 150, and 225 kg/ha). Results show that Ultisol amended with a combination of 15 t/ha EFB compost and 75 kg/ha P2O5 resulted in the highest number of seeds per plant (about 142.266 seeds). The number of productive branches, fresh shoot weight, root dry weight, and root nodule weight was the highest in soil solely ammended with EFB compost at 15 t/ha. The sole P application at 225 kg/ha significantly (p<0.05) increased root dry weight and root nodule weight. Thus, under saturated soil culture, application of EFB compost and inorganic P in sole or combination would be the recommended nutrient management practice for enhancing soybean agronomic prformances in this acid soil.

Effects of Bio-Amendment of Coconut Dust with Empty Fruit Bunch Compost on the Efficacy of Mycorrhizae Under Deficit Fertigation

It has been known that the application of beneficial fungi and compost, has a favourable effect on easing water deficiency stress in plants, hence helping to boost agricultural activities in times of climate uncertainty. In this study, the influence of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) in combination with oil palm empty fruit bunch compost (EFB) on the growth, yield, and physiology of chilli under deficit fertigation was investigated. Throughout the study, five-week-old chilli seedlings were fertigated daily with 100% and 60% of daily evapotranspiration (ET) readings. Three days after transplanting, 10g of sandy soil containing roughly 120-150 mycorrhizal spores was applied to the root zone. Physiological data such as real-time photosynthesis and stomatal conductance were measured at vegetative, early flowering, fruit setting, and maturity or harvesting stages. Meanwhile, yield and morphological measurements were recorded at the end of the study. It was discovered that the addition of EFB to the coconut coir dust media enhanced the beneficial effects of AMF on all parameters including total biomass, chlorophyll fluorescence Fv/Fm, total chlorophylls, photosynthesis rate and stomatal conductance regardless of fertigation levels. The study also revealed that AMF inoculation alone was less effective than non-inoculation + EFB. In conclusion, it is suggested that incorporation of AMF and EFB compost positively affect the yield, growth and physiology of chilli under deficit fertigation.

Migration from inorganic to organic fertilization for a more sustainable oil palm agro-industry

The rapid growth in oil palm production has raised environmental concerns due to the massive discharge of liquid and solid waste. To address this issue, waste generated need to be optimized by composting and converting the waste into organic fertilizer. The practice of pure inorganic fertilization must also be discontinued due to the rising cost of imported fertilizers and their detrimental effect on the soil. Furthermore, several studies have established that recycling self-produced organic waste as fertilizer is an excellent method to achieve sustainability. Therefore, this study investigates a significant response to organic fertilization treatment. The bioorganic empty fruit bunch (EFB) compost was tested on Podzols soil (Typic Placorthods) in the nursery and in the young mature stage of the palm that was treated from the beginning of planting. The results showed that organic fertilization using low and high concentrations of fresh and composted EFB had a more significant effect on seedling growth. A high dose of composted EFB positively affected the N and K content of the leaf. Composted EFB had added value, especially in improving soil chemical properties and assimilation of N nutrients by oil palm seedlings, especially Podzols (Typic Placorthods). Pure inorganic fertilization on Podzols (Typic Placorthods) could not have been more practical due to inadequate nutrient uptake. Composted EFB had a positive effect superior that of the fresh EFB on the chemical composition of the soil, such as improving the saturation rate of the cation exchange capacity and the exchangeable K and Mg. Fresh EFB was good, but composted EFB was better for maintaining yield and less attractivity to Oryctes, which is essential in replanting.

Pengaruh Aplikasi Kompos Tandan Kosong Kelapa Sawit (Elaeis guineensis Jacq) Terhadap Pertumbuhan Vegetatif Bibit di Main Nursery

This research was carried out in the practice garden and Laboratory of the Indonesian Palm Oil Institute (ITSI) Medan. It will be carried out from March to June 2022 to get the growth and development of oil palm seedlings by applying empty palm fruit bunch compost as the use of organic fertilizer during the nursery period. This study used a Non-Factorial Randomized Block Design (RBD) with one factor studied, namely variations in the application of compost to oil palm seedlings. Parameters observed were plant height, stem diameter, number of leaves, root length, root volume, root fresh weight, shoot wet weight, root dry weight, shoot dry weight. The data obtained was analyzed statistically by Analysis Of Variance (ANOVA). Based on the results of observations and analysis of variance, it was shown that the application of empty palm fruit bunch compost had a significant effect on shoot wet weight and had a significant effect on shoot dry weight and had a significant effect on stem diameter growth at 16 WAP observations, and had no significant effect on plant height, number leaves, root length, root volume, root wet weight, root dry weight.

EFFECT OF SEVERAL TYPES AND DOSES OF COMPOST FROM CELLULOLYTIC MICROBIAL DEGRADATION ON AGGREGATE STABILITY OF ULTISOLS SOIL

Ultisolss are one of the marginal soil types that dominate drylands in Indonesia. The main problem of Ultisolss is poor nutrient conditions and low physical properties. The productivity of this soil is low because it has low soil aggregate stability and also has poor biological and physical properties. Research on superior cellulotic microbes in termite nests used as a starter for the decomposition of agricultural waste and changes in the physical properties of Ultisols soil needs to be carried out to determine the effect of applying the type and dose of compost resulting from the degradation of cellulotic microbes to improve the physical properties of Ultisols soil. This experiment was conducted from July 2019 to September 2021 at Ciparanje Experimental Farm, Faculty of Agriculture, Univesitas Padjadjaran. The method used was experiment with Randomized Block Design consisting of 9 treatments and repeated 3 times, namely straw compost 5 tons/ha, 10 tons/ha, 15 tons/ha; sugarcane bagasse compost 5 tons/ha, 10 tons/ha, 15 tons/ha; oil palm empty fruit bunch compost 5 tons/ha, 10 tons/ha, 15 tons/ha. Based on the research of compost degradation results by cellulotic microbes, rice straw compost 15 tons/ha can provide the best aggregate stability results.

Growth and Yield of Four Varieties of Soybean Plants Against the Application of Various Doses of Oil Palm Empty Bunch Fertilizer

Soybeans are on the list of essential food crops after rice and corn. Soybean seeds contain nutrients, including protein, which is the primary protein source for most people in Indonesia. Increased production in intensification is achieved by utilizing varieties and improving planting media. One of the planting media improvements is using oil palm empty fruit bunches. The research was conducted from April to July 2022 at the experimental field of the Faculty of Agriculture, Ratu Samban University, Arga Makmur, North Bengkulu Regency, Bengkulu Province, Indonesia. The research used a randomized complete group design with two factors. The first factor was soybean varieties, consisting of V1 = Detam 1, V2 = Detam 4, V3 = Devatra 1, and V4 = Devatra 2. The second factor was the dose of oil palm empty fruit bunch compost. The levels were T1 = 20 tons per ha, T2 = 15 tons per ha, T3 = 30 tons per ha, and T4 = 40 tons per ha. The results showed that the Devatra 1 variety was the best, especially during the vegetative phase, while the generative phase was Detam 1. The higher the dose of oil palm empty fruit bunch compost fertilizer, the better in improving the growth and development of soybean plants. There is no interaction between the treatment of varieties and the dose of oil palm empty fruit bunch compost.

The Effect of Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB) Compost and Trichoderma Biofertilizer on Growth and Yield Performance of Chili (Capsicum annuum L. Var. Kulai)

Chili Kulai (Capsicum annuum L) is a typical and popular chili that utilized by Malaysians as a spice in their daily food, emphasize its economic value. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the effect of empty fruit bunch (EFB) compost and Trichoderma biofertilizer on the growth and yield performance of chili production, as well as to determine physicochemical properties of soil and to evaluate N, P, K content of chili plant tissue. The experimental design used was Randomized Completely Block Design (RCBD) with four treatments replicated four (4) times with four plants giving a total of 64 experimental units. The treatments involved were: T1 (Control), T2 (100% EFB compost), T3 (100% Trichoderma biofertilizer) and T4 (50% EFB compost + 50% Trichoderma biofertilizer). The results revealed, there was a significant difference (p<0.05) for growth and yield performance of chili production. As for the nutrient content (%) in both soil and plant, T4 showed the highest NPK content with N (1.98%), P (0.76%) and K (0.69%). In conclusion, this study proved that the use of organic based EFB compost enriched with Trichoderma biofertilizer has increased the yield of chili plant, thus reducing the use of chemical fertilizer.

Pengaruh Pemberian Bokashi Jerami Padi dan Kompos Tandan Kelapa Sawit terhadap Perubahan pH, N, P, dan K Tanah Podsolik

Podsolic soil is acidic soil, low nutrient content, especially N, P, K, Ca, Mg. One of the efforts that can be done to overcome this problem in soil is the addition of organic material. The addition of organic material bokashi rice straw and oil palm empty fruit bunches (TKKS) compost can add nutrients in the soil such as nutrients N, P and K. This study aims to determine the effect of rice straw bokashi and oil palm empty compost applied to Podsolic soils. The method used in this study was a single Randomized Complete Design (RAL) with the treatment of dose of 0 t ha-1 (bokashi and TKKS) 3 t ha-1, 5 t ha-1, 7 t ha-1 (bokashi) and 1.5 t ha-1, 3 t ha-1, 4.5 t ha-1 (TKKS). The results of this study indicate that the application of rice straw bokashi and TKKS compost has a significant effect on N-ammonium and P-available.

Enhancing Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB) Compost by Addition of Burnt Rice Husk as Carrier Material for Selected Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria

The current interest in minimizing the use of inorganic fertilizers and the increasing demand for the combined action of beneficial microorganisms and agricultural wastes is considered to have a positive impact on soil, crop productivity and sustainable agriculture. The objective of this study was to prepare a series of combinations of empty fruit compost (EFBC) and burnt rice husk (BRH) as carrier materials for selected nitrogen-fixing bacteria, evaluate their suitability, and determine the ability of the inoculated EFBC-BRH carrier materials. Different ratios of EFBC and BRH were used to prepare the carrier materials for the selected N₂-fixing bacteria, namely strains Sb35 and Sb42 of Bacillus sp. Both coarse and fine EFBCs were used for the preparations. The suitability of the combinations of EFBC-BRH as a bacterial carrier was tested by inoculating the different ratios of organic material combinations with the N₂-fixing bacteria and incubating them at room temperature for eight weeks, after which the effects on the bacterial population, pH, moisture content, and contaminants were determined. The results showed that the fine-textured EFBC-BRH carriers’ formulation (T5 to T8) were better carriers compared to the formulation of coarse-textured EFBC-BRH carriers (T1 to T4). The inoculated carrier T6 (1 fine structured EFBC: 1 BRH) showed the best response with an increase in Sb35 and Sb42 populations of 7.34% and 7.47%, respectively. In conclusion, T6 as a carrier material for Sb35 and Sb42 is suitable to be developed as a biofertilizer.

Respons Pertumbuhan Bibit Kelapa Sawit dengan Pemberian Kompos Pelepah, Tandan Kosong Kelapa Sawit, dan Air Cucian Beras

In oil palm plantations, compost application for plants aims to support a sustainable cropping system. The study aimed to determine the effect of oil palm midrib compost, oil palm empty fruit bunches and rice washing water on the growth of oil palm seedlings in the main nursery. The experiment was conducted at the Ciparanje Experimental Garden, Faculty of Agriculture, Padjadjaran University, from February 2020 to August 2020. The experiment was conducted using an experimental method using a randomised block design consisting of twelve treatments with three replications. The treatments included the application of inorganic fertilisers, oil palm midrib compost, oil palm empty fruit bunch compost and rice washing water either singly or in a combination of the three. Observations were made on the variables of increase in plant height, increase in stem girth, increase in the number of palm midribs, and leaf chlorophyll content. The F (Fisher) test analysed observational data at a 95% confidence level, followed by Duncan's multiple range test at a 95% confidence level. Data analysis using the SASM-Agri application. A mixture of 1.600 g of oil palm midrib compost, 100 g of oil palm empty fruit bunch compost with 500 ml of rice washing water can be used as a reference for the composition of organic fertiliser for oil palm seedlings, especially its effect on the increase of stem girth and leaf chlorophyll content.

The effects of organic materials on the growth of Boesenbergia rotunda

Boesenbergia rotunda (L.) Mansf. commonly known as temu kunci is a perennial herb which is botanically described as a small herbaceous plant. Temu kunci has a short, fleshy or slender rhizome shape. The rhizomes of B. rotunda have been widely used as spices due to their aromatic flavour, which promotes appetite. This herbal plant is also used as flavouring agents, dyes and traditional medicine to cure various kinds of illnesses. Organic materials have been widely used in agriculture development to improve soil quality, increase crop yield, and plant growth performance, and reduce chemical fertilizer usage. The adverse impact of excessive use of chemical fertilizers in conventional agricultural practices is well documented. A field study was conducted to identify the effects of organic materials on the growth of B. rotunda. A completely randomized design (CRD) was used which involve seven treatments and four replication including control, chemical fertilizer alone, and 10% additional materials in 5 kg of soil. The organic materials used in this study are biochar, vermicompost, food waste compost, empty fruit bunch compost and lignohumate. In this study, the vermicompost gave a significant increase and highest reading of plant height, number of leaves, rhizome and finger roots fresh and dry weight compared to other treatments. In conclusion, organic materials can give positive effects on the growth of B. rotunda and at the same time can reduce the dependencies on chemical fertilizer.

PEMBERIAN PUPUK ORGANIK SEBAGAI CAMPURAN MEDIA TUMBUH BABY KAILAN (Brassica oleracea L.) SECARA VERTIKULTUR

The research aims to determine the effect of the addition of some organic fertilizers as a mixed growing medium for growth and yield of baby kailan and to get the best type of organic fertilizer to support the growth and yield of baby kailan plants in viticulture. The research was carried out at the the Experimental farm of the Agriculture Faculty, Riau University. The research took time four months, starting from February to May 2019 and the experiment, which consisted of four treatments and arranged using a completely randomized block design (RBD) of organic fertilizer, consisted of Cow manure, Goat manure, Chicken manure, and Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunches (OPEFB) compost. The observed parameters were plant height (cm), number of leaves (strands), fresh weight per plant (g), plant weight for consumption per plant (g), and root volume (ml). The observational data were analysed using the Statistical Analysis System (SAS) program. The results showed that the OPEFB compost treatment provided the best for the growth and yield of baby kailan. OPEFB compost gave the best results for all parameters.&#x0D;

Peningkatan Kualitas Kimia Tanah Sulfat Masam dengan Aplikasi Kombinasi Bahan Organik Lokal dan Limbah Agroindustri

The purpose of this research was to assess effect of compost treatment from various local organic materials combined with agro-industrial waste to improved chemical quality of acid sulfate mineral soils, to compare of root dry weight and grain weight milled dryness of Inpara-3. This research was conducted at screen house of Polytechnic Hasnur, Barito Kuala District, South Kalimantan from November 2020 to June 2021. This study used Compeletely Randomized Design (CRD) with Tukey's Honestly Significant Difference (HSD) test a=5%. There were 7 treatments used as, K0 = control. JKD = paddy straw compost 4 t ha-1 and solid decanter 2 t ha-1; JKR = paddy straw compost 4 t ha-1 and solid crumb rubber 2 t ha-1; SKD = empty fruit bunch compost 4 t ha-1 and solid decanter 2 t ha-1; SKR = empty fruit bunch compost 4 t ha-1 and solid crumb rubber 2 t ha-1; PKD = compost of purun tikus (Eleocharis dulcis) 4 t ha-1 and solid decanter 2 t ha-1; PKR = compost of purun tikus 4 t ha-1 and LPKR 2 t ha-1. The treatment was 5 replication so that 35 experimental plant units. The results showed compost paddy straw combinated solid decanter reducing concentration of soluble Fe and Al and can increasing availability of P and K. Treatment of compost empty fruit bunch combinated solid decanter can be increasing pH and total N-mineral. Compost paddy straw combinated solid crumb rubber gave increasing weight on root dry and grain milled dryness.&#x0D; &#x0D; Keywords: acid sulfate soil; agroindustrial wasted; compost

The Effect of Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunches on Rice Production (Oryza sativa L.) With a Flood Height of 10 Cm Below Soil Surface

Improper processing of rice field systems and lack of organic matter in the soil to meet the nutrient needs of rice plants resulted in low rice production. Increased production of rice plants can be overcome by giving compost of palm oil empty fruit bunches (TKKS) with the system of rice intensifications (SRI) method, because the organic matter contained in the compost can improve the physical properties of the soil. This study aims to obtain the best dose of empty fruit bunch (EFB) compost and to see its effect on the production of lowland rice (Oryza sativa L.) by using the modified SRI method. The research was conducted from January-April 2019 at the UPT Experimental Garden, Faperta, Riau University. This study applied a completely randomized design (CRD) consisting of 5 treatment levels. They are 0 gr.polybag-1, 50 gr.polybag-1, 75gr.polybag-1, 100 gr.polybag-1 and 125 gr.polybag-1. The results showed that giving empty fruit bunch (EFB) compost with the SRI method gave an effect on productive tillers, pithy grain per panicle and grain weight, but did not affect panicle exit age, harvest age, percentage of pithy grain per panicle and 1000 grain weight of pithy grain. The best treatment dose was found at a dose of 20 ton.ha-1 because it could increase several components of lowland rice production of the Batang Piaman variety.

Using of Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch Compost and Mycorrhizae Arbuscular for Improving the Fertility of Nickel Post-Mining Soil

Using of Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch Compost and Mycorrhizae Arbuscular for Improving the Fertility of Nickel Post-Mining Soil

The Growth and Morphological Characterization Of Tropical Thermophilic Bacterium Parageobacillus caldoxylosilyticus ER4B

Parageobacillus caldoxylosilyticus is a rod-shaped thermophilic bacterium that can grow optimally at high temperatures. The thermophilicity of the bacterium is expected to be largely accounted for by the production of thermostable enzymes which has valuable applications in many fields. However, the species is poorly studied, hence, the growth conditions at high temperatures remained unclear until today. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the growth characterization of P. caldoxylosilyticus, including growth media preferences, optimal growth temperature, as well as minimum and maximum growth temperature. P. caldoxylosilyticus strain ER4B isolated from oil palm empty fruit bunch compost was used in this study. The bacterial strain was first identified using 16S rRNA sequencing, and the subsequent BLAST result showed that it is closest to P. caldoxylosilyticus strain UTM6. It is found that ER4B grew best in LB as compared to R2A, TSB, and NB medium. Further temperature tests determined the optimum growth temperature of the strain to be at 64°C Besides, the bacterium forms mucoid circular punctiform colonies that are yellowish in color on an agar plate, and the colony is usually 2 mm to 4 mm in diameter. The microscopic analysis also revealed that strain ER4B is a Gram-positive rod-shaped bacterium that has a length ranging from 3 µm to 6 µm, with a diameter of around 0.5 µm.

Response of Growth and Production of Red Ginger (Zingiber Officinale Rubrum Rosc.) to the Use of Compost as a Planting Media

Red ginger is a prima donna medicinal plant during this COVID-19 pandemic, because it can help the body's immunity. For this reason, a cultivation method that can increase production is needed. This study aims to see the effect of using compost on the production of red ginger plants. The study was conducted in April 2021 until it was completed. The results showed that the production of red ginger using oil palm empty fruit bunch compost media was higher than other compost media. Keywords: Production, Red Ginger, COVID-19.

PENGUJIAN PENGGUNAAN BIOCHAR BERBAHAN BAKU SISA POHON KELAPA SAWIT TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN BIBIT KELAPA SAWIT (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) DI MAIN NURSERY PADA TANAH ULTISOL ASAL GALANG

The rest of the oil palm plantations in large quantities, if not processed, can damage the environment. if used properly, it can be used as biochar, which functions to improve the soil. This study aims to determine the effect of testing the use of Biochar made from raw residual Palm Oil Trees for The Growth Of Palm Oil Seeds (Elaeis guenensis Jacq.) in the Main Nursery in Ultisol. The research was conducted using a complete randomized design (RAL) non factorial with 4 replications. The factors is biochar consisting of 5 treatments: B0 (Control); B1 (biochar of stem palm oil); B2 (biochar of palm oil fronds); B3 (biochar of empty fruit bunch compost); B4 (biochar of stem palm oil + fronds + oil empty fruit bunch compost). The parameters observed were plant height, diameter of the stem and number of leaves. The results showed that administration of biochar had no significant effect on increasing plant height, application of biochar also had no significant effect on increasing the diameter the stem, application of biochar had no significant effect on increasing the giving biochar had no number of leaves of oil palm seedlings.