Excessive Use Of Inorganic Fertilizers Research Articles

Integrated nutrient module: an efficient tool for sustainable farming of cape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana L.)

Cape gooseberry is a nutrient loving crop. But excessive use of inorganic fertilizers may leads to health hazards, ecological vulnerabilities and diminution of soil physico-chemical characteristics. Hence, a trial was conducted for substituting inorganic fertilizers with biofertilizer in cape gooseberry to maintain the yield potential with soil fertility status too. The experimental plants were treated with azotobacter, phosphate and potash solubilizing bacteria (PSB and KSB) at 10 g plant-1 each with reduced dose of recommended fertilizer (RDF) (100- 60%) for two consecutive growing season. Total harvestable fruit plant-1 with highest yield was recorded in 90% RDF + Azotobacter, PSB and KSB treatment with par value in 60% RDF + Azotobacter, PSB and KSB treatment. Quality of ripped fruit with respect to TSS (15.90 °B), total sugar  (11.29%), ascorbic acid (60.03 mg 100 g-1) and carotenoid content (49.25 µg 100 g-1) was also improved significantly in 60% RDF + Azotobacter, PSB and KSB treatment. Soil physico-chemical properties of the field was not varied significantly over initial reading. However, microbial population viz. bacteria, fungi and actinomycetes count was improved significantly in all the nutrient modules. Hence, it can be concluded that integrated nutrient module comprising 60% RDF of NPK + Azotobacter, PSB and KSB at 10 g plant-1 is the best treatment module for improving the production system of cape gooseberry in sustainable manner for long run without hampering the soil health and quality. Bangladesh J. Bot. 53(1): 83-90, 2024 (March)

Concentration Banana Peel Liquid and Dose Chicken Manure Fertilizer toward growth Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.)

Lettuce is a vegetable plant originating from West Asia. Lettuce plants in Indonesia can be panted from the owlands to the highlands by considering selecting varieties. The high demind of Lettuce is not followed by an increase in production, low lettuce production is due to poor soil fertility and low levels of nutients in the soil due to excessive use of inorganic fertilizers and not paying attention to dosage. The use of organic fertilizer can increase soil fertility which is damaged by the use of inorganic fertilizer. The research was aimed to know effect of application the concentrstion of banana peel liquid based organic fertilizer and chicken manure fertilizer on the growth and yield of lettuce. The research was conducated in Sukajadi Barat Rt/Rw 001/005, Sukajadi Villager, Cibaliunh district, Pandeglang city, Banten. The method used Randomized Completely Block Design (RCBD) Concentration Banana peel liquid; 15%, 25%, and 35%. Dose chicken manure fertilizer; 71 g/polybag, 106 g/polybag, 141 g/polybag. The result research showed giving banana peel liquid influential real against all parameters except plant fresh weight. The giving chicken manure fertilizer influential real against all parameters except plant fresh weight. The conclusion of this research is the giving banana peel liquid at a concentration 25% gives the best results and chicken manure fertilizer at a dose 106 g/polybag gives the best results.

Respon Perkembangan Dan Produksi Bawang Merah (Allium Ascalonicum L.) Dengan Aplikasi Jumlah Bibit Dan Pupuk Kandang Sapi

Shallots have the potential to be cultivated in Kediri because they suit the growing environment. The problems include the level of awareness of farmers regarding excessive use of inorganic fertilizers and the number of seeds used in shallot cultivation. The aim of the research is to study and measure the response to development and production by treating the number of seeds and administering cow manure. The method uses a factorial randomized block design with two factors. The first factor is the dose of cow manure (P) with 3 levels, namely (P0 = 0gr/polybag, P1 = 150gr/polybag, and P2 = 250gr/polybag). The second factor is the number of seeds (J) consisting of 3 levels, namely (J1 = 1 seed/polybag, J2 = 2 seeds/polybag, and J3 = 3 seeds/polybag). The data obtained was continued with statistical tests with the BNT 5% or DMRT 5% test. Based on the research results, there was no interaction between the treatment dose of cow manure and the number of seeds per polybag. However, there was a real effect on the single treatment of cow manure during the vegetative period on plant height (42 DAP), namely P2, namely 32.39 cm/polybek, number of leaves, namely J3, there were 39.1 leaves,/polybek Generative vase on the best number of tubers parameters. P2 with a total of 14.2/polybag and wet weight on P2 with a weight of 48.02 grams/polybag

Application Of Organic Fertilizer Raw Materials Of Chromolaena odorata And Mycorrhizal Fungi On Local Corn Plant In Sub-Optimal Land)

. Application of organic fertilizer raw materials Chromolaena odorata and mycorrhizal fungi is one solution to improve the physical, chemical and biological soil at sub-optimal land and reduce environmental pollution due to excessive use of inorganic fertilizers on the local corn plant. The aim of  study was to evaluated the role of bokashi C.odorata and mycorrhizal fungi in improving the growth and production of local corn. The research design used was a factorial randomized block design (RBD), consisting of two     factors. First factor was the dose of bokashi fertilizer (C), consisting of 4 treatment levels, namely: 0; 2; 4 and 6 t ha-1. Second factor was mycorrhizal fungi (F) inoculation, consisting of 3 treatment levels, namely, 25; 50 and 75 g planting holes-1. Bokasi fertilizer C.odorata and mycorrhizal fungi were significant on growth and production variables, such as: plant height (cm), leaf area index (cm2), RGR (g..g-1.day-1), dry weight of corn cobs (g), and dry seed production (ton ha-1). The Result of combination bokashi fertilizer C.odorata (6 tons ha-1) and mycorrhizal fungi (50 g planting hole-1) was the best treatment with obtained Konawe local dried corn production of 4.48 tons ha-1.

Combination of inorganic and bio-organic fertilizer on growth and production of Paddy Rice (Oryza sativa L.)

The excessive use of inorganic fertilizers by farmers in Riau Province is quite worrying about the decline in soil quality. Based on this, this study aims to obtain the best combination dose of inorganic fertilizer N, P, K with bio-organic fertilizer on the growth and production of rice. The research was conducted experimentally using a completely randomized design (CRD) consisting of 6 treatments and 4 replications so that 24 experimental units were obtained with the treatments being tested were P0= 100% inorganic fertilizer + petroganic; P1= 100% inorganic fertilizer; P2= 100% inorganic fertilizer + 100% sludge compost; P3= 75% inorganic fertilizer + 100% sludge compost; P4= 75% inorganic fertilizer + 100% sludge compost + biofertilizer; P5= 50% inorganic fertilizer + 100% sludge compost + biofertilizer. The results showed that the application of a combination of inorganic fertilizers N, P, K with bio-organic fertilizers had not been able to increase plant height and weight of milled dry grain, but can give the same results as the application of 100% N, P, K on rice grain parameters and 1000 grain weight in a combination of 75% inorganic fertilizer, 4 tons/ha of compost, and 10 ml of biofertilizer.

Growth Response of Amorphophallus muelleri Blume Tuber to Etawa Goat Manure Fertilizer Application

Amorphophallus muelleri Blume, commonly known as Porang, is a glucomannan-producing plant with extensive benefits. To boost its production, proper fertilization methods are essential. However, excessive use of inorganic fertilizers can negatively impact soil fertility. Adopting environmentally friendly agriculture, this study explores the effect of etawa goat manure on the growth of Amorphophallus muelleri Blume tuber shoots. Conducted from September 2022 to February 2023, the research used a Completely Randomized Design with five treatments: P0 (control), P1 (100 g), P2 (200 g), P3 (300 g), and P4 (400 g), each replicated four times. Data analysis involved the SPSS 24.0 program, employing one way ANOVA test and 5% BNT test. Results indicated that etawa goat manure did not significantly affect sprouting age and shoot height, but significantly influenced shoot diameter of tubers. The most optimal dose was 400 g (P4), producing the highest average shoot height (5.61 cm) and shoot diameter (9.70 mm). The fastest sprouting age (7 days after planting) occurred with 200 g of manure (P2), while the slowest growth (31.50 days after planting) was observed in the 100 g dose treatment (P1). In conclusion, environmentally friendly practices, especially applying 400 g of etawa goat manure, enhance the growth of Amorphophallus muelleri Blume tuber shoots. These findings offer valuable insights into sustainable agricultural approaches to cultivate this valuable plant.

Fertigasi Pada Hidroponik Wick Dengan Pupuk Organik Cair Kotoran Sapi Untuk Tanaman Cabai

Chili (Capsicum annum L.) is a type of vegetable that is widely cultivated by farmers in several regions in Indonesia. The productivity of chili plants has decreased due to the excessive use of inorganic fertilizers. Fertilization using liquid organic fertilizer from cow dung is one effort to minimize the use of inorganic fertilizers. This study aims to examine the application of POC nutrition from cow dung in a wick hydroponic fertigation system for the development of chili plants. Observations were made to determine the water needs of plants (evapotranspiration) and the development of hydroponic chili plants with different concentrations of nutrients from liquid organic fertilizer from cow dung. Optimal treatment of giving nutrient concentrations of cow dung liquid organic fertilizer to plant water needs or evapotranspiration and development of chili plants is found at a concentration of 1,000 ppm (P3).

RUMPOS: Pembenah Tanah Alternatif Produk Teknik Konversi Sampah Organik Untuk Meningkatkan Performa Tanaman Budidaya

Various organic wastes from the agricultural industry are abundantly available, easily and cheaply to process into soil conditioner that can be applied to improve SOM content. RUMPOS is an organic soil conditioner produced from organic wastes by conversion techniques to improve the performance of cultivated plants. The aim of the activity is to introduce RUMPOS as an alternative soil conditioner in crop cultivation. Application of RUMPOS soil conditioner in the right way and dosage may give benefits in plant cultivation. This activity is expected to inspire the community on the utilization of organic wastes. One of the options is the conversion into soil conditioner, leading to the establishment of ameliorant manufacturing industry to supply the need for soil quality management East Kalimantan.  Organic-based ameliorant application is an effective way to prevent the deterioration of soil quality and excessive use of inorganic fertilizers. This activity was carried out in collaboration with the Kelompok Wanita Tani Mekarsari, Mugirejo Village, Sungai Pinang, Samarinda, East Kalimantan, Indonesia. The method used is counseling consisting of presentation of material followed by planting practices and discussions. The result of this activity is in the form of additional knowledge on RUMPOS soil conditioner and its use in the cultivation of vegetables and spice crops. Most of the participants also felt inspired to carry out organic waste treatment activities independently into soil improvement in crop cultivation on their farmland

RESPON PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL SAWI HIJAU TERHADAP PENGGUNAAN KOMPOS SEBAGAI SUBSTITUSI PUPUK ANORGANIK

Increased public awareness of the importance of the availability of healthy agricultural products, including vegetables, must be supported by cultivation techniques and innovations. Cultivation of mustard greens so far still relies on the use of inorganic fertilizers as an effort to increase crop productivity. The continuous and excessive use of inorganic fertilizers not only has a negative impact on the environment but also health due to the presence of residues of hazardous materials that can be stored in plant tissues. The use of compost as a substitute for fertilizer sources in the cultivation of mustard greens is expected to reduce the negative impacts both on the environment and health. This study aimed to determine the possibility of using compost as a substitute for fertilizer in mustard green cultivation. The research is based on a Completely Randomized Design consisting of five treatments with four replications. The fertilization treatment consisted of: P1:1.4 g Urea+0.9 g SP-36+0.7 g KCl, P2:1.1 g Urea+0.7 g SP-36+0.6 g KCl+ 9 g compost, P3:0.8 g Urea+0.5 g SP-36+0.5 g KCl+18 g compost, P4:0.5 g Urea+0.3 g SP 36+0.4 g KCl +27 g compost, P5:0.2 g Urea+0.1 g SP 36+0.3 g KCl+36 g compost. The data obtained were analyzed using variance and if there were significant differences between the treatments, it was continued with the HSD test at the 5% level. The results showed that compost as a substitute for fertilizer could be applied in the cultivation of mustard greens. The addition of compost as much as 27 g/plant (3 tons/Ha) besides increasing growth is also able to increase the fresh weight of green mustard by 45,6%.

Combination of bio-organo-mineral fertilizers on optimizing the growth and production of tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum L.) in dryland environment

Mineral or inorganic fertilizers are increasingly being used to increase tomato productivity. However, excessive use of inorganic fertilizers may negatively impact soil fertility and microbial activity. To maintain food safety and agricultural sustainability, the use of inorganic fertilizers must be balanced with organic fertilizers. Additionally, sub-optimal land, such as dryland, can be used to optimize tomato productivity, particularly in the North Lombok Regency, Indonesia. This study aimed to investigate the effect and interaction of a combination of liquid organic fertilizer (LOF), plant growth regulator (PGR), and NPK fertilizers as inorganic fertilizers on the growth and yield of tomatoes in dryland. The experimental design was a completely randomized block design, with two factors: the concentrations of commercial inorganic fertilizer (0, 1,300, and 2,600 ppm) and the type of commercial LOF (Bio-Extrim and Organox) + commercial PGR (Hormax). The results showed that the interaction was not significantly different between inorganic fertilizer and LOF + PGR, except for mean fruit weight in the first week of harvest. However, there were differences in responses at the level of each factor. The application of inorganic fertilizer at 2,600 ppm increased tomato productivity by 13.81%. LOF was only significantly different in fruit weight/plant in the first week of harvest and was not significant after that.

Agronomic effectiveness, dry-matter, grain yield, nutrient uptake, and fertilizer use-efficiency of liquid organic fertilizer combined with NPK to sweet corn (Zea mays saccharata Sturt)

The decline in agricultural land productivity due to climate change and excessive use of inorganic fertilizers requires us to implement an environmentally friendly cultivation system, by reducing the application rate of inorganic fertilizers and combining them with organic fertilizers. Liquid organic fertilizer (LOF) is one type of fertilizer that is expected to increase plant growth and yield and reduce the dose of inorganic fertilizers. The objective of this study was to examine the effect of LOF on growth, the yield of sweet corn, nutrient uptake, and the fertilizer use-efficiency of inorganic fertilizers. This Research has conducted at Inceptisol Galuga Bogor, with a randomized block design as an experimental design. The treatments consisted of a control, five doses of LOF and 2 doses of NPK fertilizer. The results showed LOF fertilizer at a dose of 0.75 - 3.0 l ha−1 combined with 100% NPK and 75% NPK increased the yield of fresh cobs by 15% - 19% compared to NPK without LOF. The weight of fresh cobs fertilized with LOF with 100% NPK was (14.63 - 16.68 t ha−1) with RAE= 130 - 205%, which is higher than without LOF (13.73 t ha−1). The combination of LOF with 75% NPK gave the weight of fresh cobs (11.88-15.12 t ha−1) with RAE = 115-507 %, which is higher than without LOF (11.75 t ha−1). LOF can contribute to NPK fertilizer efficiency by 25% of the dose. Nutrient use-efficiency for N is well-managed but lower for P and K.

Integrated nutrient management in cape gooseberry

Excessive use of inorganic fertilizers may lead to health hazards, ecological vulnerabilities and deteriorationof soil health. Hence, the present experiment was conducted to substitute the mineral fertilizers with biofertilizersin cape gooseberry by maintaining the yield potential and soil fertility status. Cape gooseberry plants were treatedwith Azotobacter, phosphate solubilizing bacteria (PSB) and potassium solubilizing bacteria (KSB) @ 10 g plant-1each with a reduced dose of recommended fertilizer (RDF) from 100 to 60%. The highest yield was recorded with90% RDF + Azotobacter, PSB and KSB treatment, which was statistically at par with 60% RDF + Azotobacter, PSBand KSB treatment. Fruit weight was also increased significantly in 60-90% RDF + Azotobacter, PSB and KSBtreated plants. The best quality fruits were obtained in 60% or 90% RDF + Azotobacter, PSB and KSB treated plants.From the experimental findings, it can be concluded that the integrated nutrient module comprised of 60% RDFof NPK + Azotobacter, PSB and KSB @ 10 g plant-1 proved best treatment to improve the production of qualityfruits in cape gooseberry.

The Effects of Liquid Organic Fertilizer of Vegetable Waste on The Growth of Cayenne Pepper Plants (Capsicum frutescens L.)

Cayenne pepper (Capsicum frustescens L.) is one of the commodities in Indonesia. The agricultural sector still relies on organic fertilizers to increase the productivity of Cayenne pepper plants. Excessive use of inorganic fertilizers will disrupt the balance of the amount of nutrients in the soil which results in plant metabolism. This study aims to determine the effect of liquid organic fertilizer from vegetable waste on the growth of cayenne pepper plants a completely randomized design (RAL) with 6 levels of treatment (0 ml, 20 ml, 40 ml, 60 ml, 70 ml and 80 ml), was used plants each with 4 repetitions and 4 fertilization times. The plant growth variables observed in this study includ plant height, number of leaves and wet weight. The data obtained were analyzed using one way Anova and further test using Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT) at a test level of 0.05. The results showed that the liquid organic fertilizer treatment of vegetable waste had a significant effect on the growth of cayenne pepper plants. Concentration of 80 ml of liquid organic fertilizer gave the best effect on plant height, number of leaves and wet weight among the concentrasi applied.

Different ratios of Canna indica and maize–vermicompost as biofertilizers to improve soil fertility and plant growth: A case study from southwest China

Vermicomposting is recommended as an eco-friendly technology for an organic amendment to avoid the excessive use of inorganic fertilizers, which are causing environmental pollution. Here, this study evaluated soil fertility and plant growth after vermicompost amendment using reclaimed wetland plants and manure. A pot experiment was conducted to assess the seven treatments for nutrient recovery and plant growth: a control group without any fertilization (CK); four groups with vermicompost prepared from different ratios of ecological wetland plant residues, maize, and pig manure (V1, 4:6; V2, 5:5; V3, 6:6; and V4, 7:3); one group with only Canna indica (V5, Ci), and a group with synthetic fertilizers (NPK). The results showed the remarkable impacts of Ci–vermicompost and different ratios of organic fertilizer on soil fertility and plant height (28.8%) as major outcomes. In addition, vermicompost substantially increased soil total nitrogen (60.5%), soil organic matter (60.9%) including dissolved organic carbon (52.2%), and shoot biomass (V4, three-fold increase) compared with NPK and CK. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that vermicomposting combined with wetland plants is a feasible method for organic amendments and offers an innovative approach for recycling ecological waste to produce nutrient-rich organic fertilizers, reduce environmental damage, and improve crop production.

​Cu-Chitosan Nanoparticle Induced Plant Growth and Disease Resistance Efficiency of Soybean [Glycine max (L.)]

Background: Inefficient and excessive use of inorganic fertilizers and pesticides causes environmental risks. Concurrent with the recent increase in agricultural productivity, agricultural systems are now also recognized to be a significant source of environmental damage. Chitosan is a biocompatible, biodegradable and nontoxic polymer with various applications. Methods: In the present investigation, the efficacy of Cu-chitosan nanoparticles (NPs) to plant growth promoting activity and antibacterial activity against bacterial pustule disease of soybean were evaluated. NPs treatments exhibited growth promoting effect in terms of plant height, root length, root weight, nodule number, weight of nodule and number of pods per plant in pot experiments. In field experiment, plant height, root length, root weight, nodule number, weight of nodule and number of pods per plant weight were enhanced in NPs treatments. Result: In control plants (water treated+inoculation) showed average disease severity 66.0%. All plants treated with 0.02 to 0.12% Cu-chitosan NPs showed significant antibacterial activity, express lower disease severity 50.0% to 33.3% and 55.3% to 34.0% in pot and in field condition respectively.

APLIKASI MIKORIZA GRANUL DAN POWDER MENGGUNAKAN TEKNIK COATING PADA JAGUNG MANIS (Zea mays L. Saccharata) DI TANAH LATOSOL DAN REGOSOL

The demand for sweet corn increases over time. To increase sweet corn production, many farmers often use inorganic fertilizers excessively. Excessive use of inorganic fertilizers can have a negative impact on soils. One of the efforts that can be made to increase sweet corn production is the provision of biofertilizers, such as mycorrhizae. This study used a completely randomized design (CRD) with two factors. The first factor was the application of fertilizer with 7 levels of treatment, namely Control; NPK fertilizer + organic fertilizer; NPK fertilizer + organic fertilizer + 2.5 g mycorrhizal granules; NPK fertilizer + organic fertilizer + 5 g mycorrhizal granules; NPK fertilizer + organic fertilizer + 2.5 g mycorrhizal powder; NPK fertilizer + organic fertilizer + 5 g mycorrhizal powder; and NPK fertilizer + organic fertilizer + mycorrhizal powder (coating). The second factor was two different soils used as growing media, namely Regosol and Latosol from Dramaga. This study was carried out in five replications. The parameters observed were plant height, stem diameter, plant biomass, root colonization, soil available P, and total P in plants. The results showed that the application of mycorrhizal powder with coating techniques increased the growth of maize plants, the level of root colonization, the availability of soil phosphorus nutrients, and plant phosphorus uptake by the plants.

The viability test of phosphate solubilizing microbes on carriers during storage

Excessive use of inorganic fertilizers, especially during the green revolution, has caused pollution and contamination of the soil due to accumulated residues. The inorganic fertilizer residues then cause soil compaction, loss of available nutrients and soil organic matter, loss of soil biodiversity which indirectly reduces soil fertility and makes plants more susceptible to disease. Biofertilizers have the potential to optimize soil response to fertilization, improve soil health, and even reduce the need for inorganic fertilizers to achieve sustainable agriculture. One of the types of microbes contained in biological fertilizers that have been proven to be able to replace the need for inorganic P fertilizers and improve soil health and productivity is a group of phosphate solubilizing microbes. The quality of biofertilizers is also determined by the carrier material capable of supporting the growth of inoculants. The purpose of this study was to test the viability of phosphate solubilizing microbes on carriers during storage The microbes used were Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas mallei, Burkholderia sp, and Trichoderma harzianum, while the tested carrier material were hydrogel and kaolin. The results showed that hydrogel and kaolin as carriers were able to support the growth of P-solubilizing microbes inoculants during storage (until 126 day). The number of viable populations of each isolate that makes up the biofertilizer consortium was in the high population range up to 1012 cfu. g-1.

Pelatihan Pembuatan Pupuk Kompos Limbah Peternakan dan Perkebunan bagi Masyarakat Dusun Selelos Kabupaten Lombok Utara

The purpose of this activity is to increase the knowledge and skills of the community in utilizing livestock and community plantation waste into compost. The advantages of this compost are that it is environmentally friendly, can increase the income of farmers and can increase soil fertility and improve soil physical damage due to excessive use of inorganic fertilizers. The participants of this training activity were 21 people from Selelos Baturinggit Village, Gangga District, North Lombok Regency. This training activity is carried out in three stages, namely: 1) Preparation; 2) Implementation; and 3) Evaluation. The implementation of this community service program is by providing a technology package for making solid organic fertilizer with the basic ingredients of cow dung and community plantation waste. Extension activities and practices for making solid organic fertilizers have been carried out in the Selelos Baturinggit Village Community, North Lombok Regency. The results of this organic fertilizer are expected to be applied to plantation land to reduce the use of inorganic fertilizers and increase plantation yields.

The Goat Liquid Fertilizer (Biourine) Quality by Addition Various Types of Decomposers to Support Organic Agriculture

Excessive use of inorganic fertilizers causes several problems in the soil and can pollute the water so that the natural balance becomes disturbed. The use of inorganic fertilizers to increase crop productivity can be suppressed by switching to organic fertilizers. This study aims to determine the physical and chemical quality of goat’s liquid fertilizer (biourine) with the addition of various types of decomposers. The materials used in the study were goat urine, EM-4, banana hump, and goat feces. This study used a completely randomized design with 4 treatments with 3 replications consisting of P0 (1 liter of goat urine), P1 (1 liter of goat urine + 45 ml mole of banana hump), P2 (1 liter of goat urine + 45 ml mole of goat feces), P3 (1 liter goat urine + 45 ml mole EM-4). Parameters measured in this study were physical quality (odor, texture, pH, temperature and color) and chemical quality (nitrogen, water content, phosphorus, calcium and organic C). The results showed that the temperature in the P0 treatment was 34oC, while the P1, P2 and P3 treatments were 32oC. The color of the goat biourine in treatment P0 is reddish black and treatment P1, P2, P3 is concentrated reddish black. The smell of goat biourine treatment P0 was very stinging and treatment P1, P2, P3 was stinging. Treatment pH ranged from 7.67-8.29

The Pengembangan Aplikasi Mikroorganisme Lokal (MOL) pada Produksi Padi (Oryza sativa L.) di Kecamatan Jiwan, Madiun

Excessive use of inorganic fertilizers has led to land degradation. There need efforts to increase land fertility to increase rice production. One way that can be done is utilizing local microorganisms (MOL) to improve the soil quality. Therefore, productivity can be increased. Community development activities were aimed to socialize the use of MOL in increasing rice production. Community development activities were carried out on January 20-April 20, 2020, at the Dadi Rukun farmer group association (Gapoktan), Sukolilo Village, Jiwan District, Madiun, East Java. The method used is to make a demonstration plot (demplot) of rice production using MOL in the residents' rice fields about 3000 m2. The demplot was given with three kinds of treatment, they were organic fertilizer 200 kg ha-1 with MOL application, 50% an-organic fertilizer (75 kg ha-1 NPK dan 75 kg ha-1 urea) with MOL application, and 100% an-organic fertilizer (150 kg ha-1 NPK dan 150 kg ha-1 urea) without MOL application. Each treatment was repeated 3 times. Apart from using the demplot, socialization activities were also carried out by holding meetings between farmers and field extension workers, practitioners from academia and students who carry out fieldwork practices (PKL) in the village. Feedback in the form of farmer responses is given before and after the end of the activity as evaluation material for the success of the program. The experimental results showed that there was no significant difference in the rice production variables in the three treatments. MOL can be used as an alternative to liquid organic fertilizer to support rice production. Community empowerment activities carried out greatly affect changes in knowledge, perspectives, and skills of farmers in making and utilizing MOL to support rice production so that assistance efforts must continue to be improved.