Good Harvest Research Articles

Response of yield and associated traits of wheat genotypes to temperature fluctuations at Dera Ismail Khan

Wheat is the third largest staple food crop accounting for approximately 4% of cropland and its demand is continuously increasing to feed the growing world population. Average surface temperature and recurrent heat waves are continuously rising from last few decades that adversely influence yield potential of various crops including wheat. Temperature differences can be fashioned by cultivating at diverse planting times. Aim of current investigation was to appraise impact of planting times and thermal high temperature (growing degree days) on yield of 8 cultivars. Crop was exposed to four planting times in wheat crop season 2022-23. Experiment was carried out in randomized complete block (RCB) design with 3 replications. Results revealed that planting times depicted significant variances for all considered yield and associated traits. Similarly, cultivars too exhibited highly significant differences for plant height, physiological maturity, spike length, spikelets/spike, grains/spike, thousand grain weight and grain yield/plant however 50% days to heading and tillers per plant depicted non-significant differences among genotypes. Interaction of planting time to genotypes was also significant for 50% days to heading, days to physiological maturity, spike length, spikelets/spike, grains/spike and 1000 grain weight however it was non-significant for plant height, tillers/plant and grain yield per plant. Cultivar AZRC-Dera produced highest grain yield/plant on account of maximum spikelets, grains spike-1, tillers and thousand grain weight. Highest grain yield was recorded in planting times from 1st November to 20th November due to accumulation of more heat units whereas late cultivation reduced production on account of less accumulation of heat units. Therefore it is determined that wheat should be planted from 1st November to 20th November in Dera Ismail Khan to have good harvest

Influence of precipitation on the second bean crop productivity in Cascavel-PR

The cultivation of beans is vital in Brazilian agriculture, being one of the main crops in the country. Its production is crucial for both domestic consumption and export, significantly contributing to the economy. Beans have various economic applications, including the food industry and animal feed. The success of cultivation depends on climatic factors, with efficient water management being essential for good harvests. Technological innovation has optimized production through advanced cultivation techniques, genetic improvement, and the use of modern machinery. Precipitation directly influences productivity, with the distribution of rainfall during the plant's development being crucial for yield. Climatic phenomena such as El Niño and La Niña significantly affect production, causing variations in harvest levels. To address climatic challenges, mitigation strategies are implemented, such as sustainable agricultural practices and the development of more resilient bean varieties. These measures aim to ensure stable and sustainable bean production, securing food security and the economic well-being of Brazilian farmers.

COVID-19, food insecurity and panic buying behavior: Evidence from rural Bangladesh

AbstractThe uncertainties, such as the pandemic (COVID-19), natural calamities, and war, disrupt agricultural production and supply chains, leading to concerns about food access in developing countries. Therefore, this study uses panel data collected through three survey rounds in June and September 2020 and January 2021 to analyze changes in household food expenditure and consumption behaviors and to investigate the association between household characteristics and food insecurity. The results show that households with diverse income sources, including multiple farm products, non-farm businesses, and remittances from absent members, are less likely to reduce food consumption quality and quantity, and be in the lower tail of food expenditure distribution. -However, households in the upper tail of the food expenditure distribution aggressively stock up on food in the second quarter of the year, fearing that lockdown measures would interrupt the food supply. These households tend to have an urban way of living characterized by salaried jobs, small family size, high educational attainment, and proximity to the capital city. The levels of food expenditure remain high even after the lifting of lockdown and movement restrictions, and the reason might be possible uncertainty about crop harvests, despite the eventual good harvests in the year. Overall, these findings suggest that diversification of income sources for rural households in developing countries can help households cope with disruptions to food production and supply chains. The findings also suggest that policies to ensure food access during the pandemic should target households with limited income sources and those in the lower tail of the food expenditure distribution.

Origin of the Miao Loong Dance

As an important part of Miao culture, the Miao loong Dance has a long history and deep cultural connotation. loong culture occupies an important position in ancient Chinese culture and has been inherited and developed in minority cultures, including the Miao. This paper explores the origins of the Miao loong dance and its manifestations in different regions, including the beckoning loong dance in Hainan, the loong catching dance in western Hunan, and the long-shirt loong in Guiding, Guizhou. Through the analysis of these dance forms, it reveals that the Miao loong Dance is deeply rooted in the traditions of nature worship and totem worship, and demonstrates the Miao people's worship of the loong as well as the cultural connotation of praying for good weather and good harvests through the dance. These dance forms not only enrich the cultural connotation of the Miao people, but also demonstrate the diversity and inclusiveness of Chinese culture.

A Temporal–Geospatial Deep Learning Framework for Crop Yield Prediction

With the rapid development of information technology, the demand for digital agriculture is increasing. As an important agricultural production topic, crop yield has always attracted much attention. Currently, artificial intelligence, particularly machine learning, has become the leading approach for crop yield prediction. As a result, developing a machine learning method that accurately predicts crop yield has become one of the central challenges in digital agriculture. Unlike traditional regression prediction problems, crop yield prediction has a significant time correlation. For example, weather data for each county show strong temporal correlations. Moreover, geographic information from different regions also impacts crop yield to a certain extent. For example, if a county’s neighboring counties have a good harvest, then this county is likely to have high yields as well. This paper introduces a novel hybrid deep learning framework that combines convolutional neural network (CNN), graph attention network (GAT) and long short-term memory (LSTM) modules to enhance prediction accuracy. Specifically, CNN is employed to extract the features from the input data for each county in each year. GAT is introduced to model the geographical relationships between neighboring counties, allowing the model to capture spatial dependencies more effectively. LSTM is used to extract the temporal information within many years. The proposed hybrid deep learning framework CNN-GAT-LSTM captures both the temporal and spatial relationships, thereby improving the accuracy of yield prediction. We conduct experiments on a nationwide dataset that includes data from 1115 soybean-producing counties in 13 states in the United States covering the years from 1980 to 2018. We evaluate the performance of our proposed CNN-GAT-LSTM model based on three metrics, namely root of the mean squared error (RMSE), R-squared (R2) and correlation coefficient (Corr). The experimental results demonstrate that the proposed model achieves significant performance improvements over the existing state-of-the-art model, with RMSE reduced by 5%, R2 improved by 6% and Corr enhanced by 4%.

“THE SERMON ON THE DEC EASED” BY HRYHORII TSAMBLAK: RECENSIONS, POETICS, AND STYLE

The copy of “The Sermon on the Deceased” by Hryhorii Tsamblak, preserved in the library of the Kyiv Cave Monastery, was written in the 16th or early 17th century at the Belarusian Suprasl Monastery. This sermon is a part of the so-called “Hryhorii Tsamblak’s Book,” which may have been compiled by the author himself during his tenure as Kyivan metropolitan. The examined copy of the “The Sermon on the Deceased” and the copy of the same work kept in the scientific library of the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences in Vilnius are of Belarusian origin and differ significantly from the copies created in the Moscow principality. Therefore, it can be assumed that the Kyiv and Vilnius codices originate from a common protograph that was modified either by the author himself or by a scribe in the territory of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. In “The Sermon on the Deceased,” Hryhorii Tsamblak shares his thoughts on the Christian custom of commemorating the dead. The preacher optimistically proclaims an eschatological perspective for Christians. The didactic purpose of Tsamblak’s sermon is to illuminate the futility of earthly concerns and efforts. The ontological perspective for the righteous pertains to the hope of the resurrection of the dead and eternal life. Based on numerous examples of human activity, such as the hard lives of warriors, farmers, sailors, and ore miners, the preacher attempts to illustrate the concept of “the vanity of vanities” and “the hurricane of human life that passes quickly.” Tsamlak argues that the Christian’s axiology should oppose the cult of enrichment, power, and vanity. Metaphorically and symbolically, he portrays the work of a farmer hoping for a good harvest, which represents the imperishable — eternal life in Christ. “The Sermon on the Deceased” was influenced by the sermons of John Chrysostom and, probably, by one of the works of Macarius the Great. The style of Tsamblak’s sermon can be defined as emotionally expressive.

Interpretation of Nature Fauna and Flora in the Agricultural Culture of Aymara People: A Qualitative Study

The beings that inhabit this vital environment grow in collaboration and harmony with nature, as happens with the evolution of knowledge. The objective of the research was to systematize the information from the interpretation of fauna and flora and the use made by the Aymara during the year; which was described by Van and Enríquez (2002), who used astronomical observation techniques and their sixth sense, in other words, pure Aymara intuition. They believed that the agroclimatic forecasting techniques of the Aymara of the north and south of the Altiplano allowed them to anticipate the months of the year to obtain a good harvest volume and ensure agricultural yields. The research corresponds to a qualitative approach with an ethnographic method with a descriptive nature aimed at interpreting the nature and use made by the Aymara throughout the year. The in-depth interview technique was applied, characterized by face-to-face dialogued interactions and participant observation in the Aymara area of Huancané in the north and the Aymara area of Ilave-Juli in the south. Ten Aymara speakers from both Huancané and Ilave-Juli areas were interviewed, aged between 45 and 80, preferably monolingual in Aymara and also included bilingual Aymara-Spanish speakers. The results show that reading the signs of nature's flora and fauna contributes to agricultural production in different months of the year.

One hundred years of piñon nuts, a largely forgotten wild food crop from the American Southwest (1850–1950)

This is the first paper to intensively examine the history of piñon nuts, the seeds of the piñon pine (Pinus edulis), which Indigenous Americans have harvested in the Four Corners region of the American Southwest for millennia. The history of the piñon nut industry is reconstructed from its inception in the mid-19th century in the New Mexico Territory to its heyday in the early 20th century until consumption began to decline in the mid-20th century. Additionally, this paper provides some suggestions for reviving this iconic Southwestern American food. The commercial harvest of piñon nuts primarily involved Native and Mexican Americans. While the economic benefits of piñon nut harvesting were significant, the work was often dangerous, with reports of deaths due to exposure, accidents, and violence. Piñon nut production varied yearly due to the trees’ masting behavior, where trees produce large seed crops intermittently. Although there was considerable interest in cultivation during the early 20th century, slow growth and delayed nut-bearing limited cultivation efforts. Piñon nuts were popular throughout the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, gaining popularity, especially among immigrant communities in New York. In 1918, Fannie Spitz patented a piñon nut-shelling machine, significantly improving processing efficiency and impacting the industry by enabling quicker and more effective removal of kernels. Shelled piñon nuts were now sold for consumption out of hand and also for use in candy production. Farmers experimented with feeding hogs and chickens piñon nuts. However, this practice did not become widespread due to the availability of cheaper corn. Piñon wood was also valued for its use as firewood and in mining as props, though it had limited application as lumber for railroad ties. At the same time, smaller piñon trees gained popularity as Christmas trees. Piñon resin was chewed and also used medicinally in salves. By the mid-20th century, piñon nuts lost popularity to peanuts (Arachis hypogaea), which were marketed more aggressively and produced in higher quantities at lower prices. The piñon industry has struggled with crop variability, low supply, and high prices. Still, it might be revived with improved marketing, working cooperatively and through the construction of a strategic reserve to ensure a steady supply of piñon nuts every year, through both good and bad harvests.

Rainfall Variability, Risk, and Resilience: A Comparative Study of Insured vs. Non-Insured Farmers in Maharashtra, India

This paper examines the risks involved in Maharashtra’s agriculture and investigates the mitigation strategies adopted by insured and non-insured farmers in Latur and Pune districts. By using a multi-stage sampling method, 400 sample households were selected from two districts. These households comprise 268 insured farmers and 134 non-insured farmers. The results reveal that both rainfall variability and reductions in crop prices significantly impact agricultural revenues. However, the specific risk that carries the most significant weight may vary depending on an individual’s insurance status. Insured farmers are most vulnerable to the unpredictable nature of rainfall, as insurance typically protects against yield losses but not necessarily against market fluctuations. Conversely, non-insured farmers face a constant threat from declining crop prices, even with a good harvest, as they lack the financial buffer provided by crop insurance. This study suggests that the government should integrate pricing risk with crop insurance to reduce risk in agricultural production. Additionally, the farmers should adopt an integrated approach to pest and disease management. The implementation of a comprehensive crop insurance program is needed to ensure equitable coverage for farmers, facilitating widespread benefits. Additionally, more efforts should focus on mitigation of identified risks such as input costs, market fluctuations, and production uncertainties.

Cultural and Spiritual Adaptations to Extreme Weather Events of Ethnic Farming Communities of the Three Watersheds Situated at Different Altitudinal Locations along Agno River Basin, Benguet and Pangasinan, Philippines

Ethnic farming communities in Agno River Basin face climate stressors that threaten their agricultural production. This paper investigated and assessed the cultural/spiritual adaptations to climate variabilities and extremes of ethnic farming communities in Agno River Basin, Philippines. How the presence of these cultural/spiritual practices moderate or mitigate the effects of climate variabilities and extremes were likewise investigated. The climate-related hazards considered in this study which are pronounced in the river basin are prolonged and extreme rainfall intensity, typhoons and extreme winds, drought, flood and occurrence of pests and diseases. These hazards are becoming more frequent and intense resulting to limited agricultural production. This paper considered only the sectors of agriculture/socioeconomic, water and health. The descriptive method employed in this study was based on the works of Oppenheimer et al (2014); Saroar, Routray and Leal Filho (2015) and Brooks and Adgers(undated). The data-gathering activities were household survey using pre-tested questionnaires, focused group discussions and key informant interviews. The ethnic affiliations of the farming communities were I-Karao, Ibaloi, Kankanaey and Kalanguya tribes. Secondary data on changing rainfall and erratic temperature characteristics were consistent with the general perception of the ethnic farming communities. Cultural/ spiritual traditions of Ethnic farming communities in the Agno River Basin form part of their adaptations to climate extremes and variabilities. The greatest number of rituals and activities (5) such as childless couples raising plant materials, burning of rice straws and Alay, Leppas, Maepdesan, and Ibkas or maboteng. are dedicated to ensuring a good harvest. Canyao, Libot, and Begnas are undertaken to prevent the occurrence of hazards. On the other hand, Ubob, Bayanihan, and Sakdo are adaptations to mitigate the impact of climate extremes and variabilities. Both Canyao and Leppas are also thanksgiving activities while Tagainep or dream interpretation serves as a coping mechanism.

Experiences and aspirations of seaweed farmers in Palawan, Philippines

Many coastal dwellers engage in seaweed farming despite of various challenges because of its simple farming technology, low capital investment, and short cultivation period. This paper explored the attitudes of seaweed farmers (n = 187) from nine coastal communities of Aborlan, Puerto Princesa, Roxas, and Taytay, Palawan towards the difficulties and challenges they experienced. The farmers’ experiences in seaweed farming, mid-term aspirations, and factors affecting their positive attitudes towards seaweed farming were gathered using a Likert-scale questionnaire in KoBoToolbox. Focused group discussion (FGD) sessions were also conducted to obtain more data about their optimistic attitudes. Participants are 55% male and 45% female. Results revealed that farmers had a high level of optimism toward seaweed farming. The majority (75%) ‘will continue to engage in planning the next cropping cycle’, most (89%) ‘are expecting to have a good harvest’, and almost all (96%) ‘are planning to generate raw dried seaweeds from their harvest.’ Many (59%) of the respondents obtained high earnings from seaweed farming, but most (93%) experienced economic losses. As recovery options, 92% aspired to culture other organisms such as sea cucumber and abalone. Further, most of them wanted to seek assistance from government offices (91%), participate in seaweed product development (86.5%), and join a cooperative (87.5%). This study could serve as baseline information in designing relevant training and educational activities to assist seaweed farmers in managing their farms sustainably. Subsequently, this could aid in formulating effective policies to address similar problems of seaweed farmers in other municipalities of Palawan.

Improving the technology of spelled cultivation in the central part of the North Caucasus conditions

The purpose of the study. The main goal of the research was the optimization of technological methods for the cultivation of promising spelled varieties in the conditions of the Central part of the North Caucasus. Spelled is a grain crop with high quality indicators. Research methods for studying spelled varieties were carried out in 2020–2022 on the experimental field of the Kabardino-Balkaria Republic at the University of Kabardino-Balkaria State Agrarian University named after V.M. Kokov, the nitrogen content in the soil was 0.12%, phosphorus 0.10% in a 30 cm soil layer, respectively. The scientific novelty of the research is represented by the fact that for the first time for the mountainous zone of the Central part of the North Caucasus, recommendations were given on the cultivation of promising spelled varieties, as well as cultivation technologies for high productivity. As a result, the harvest of spelled increased by 20%. This variety differs from the standard variety in high productivity parameters, as well as well-developed spikelets. For example, for wheat, the mass of 1000 seeds are taken into account, and for spelled, the total mass of spikelets, that is, five hundred spikelets contain a thousand grains. According to the morphological features, spelled bushes well and gives a good harvest during the harvesting process. This feature shows the high productivity of the plant, the weight in five hundred spikelets’ is 40 grams. To eliminate possible adverse effects when sowing spelled grain, it was decided to compare varieties for the selection of the most productive ones that form high-quality grain, as well as to the cultivation technology and the environment, as well as to compare the Yantara variety with the control. In the course of the experiments, regardless of precipitation and weather conditions, spelled formed a high yield, which, of course, is an important factor in yield. Thus, the work performed corresponds to the subject of the research work carried out in the field, as well as laboratory experiments, observation and analysis of the studies carried out corresponds to that set out in the article.

Formation of Research Skills of Future Biology Teachers through Practical Classes in Biotechnology

This article discusses the work on improving the research skills of biology students in higher education through laboratory classes. In the Botanical Garden of Khoja Akhmet Yasawi International Kazakh-Turkish University for 3rd year biology students, developed a theoretical justification for determining the ecobiological characteristics of apple varieties using the selection method and found application in the educational process. As a result of the conducted research, it was recognized as the optimal method of vegetative propagation of apple varieties in laboratory conditions. In this direction, the students selected (allocated to toptoar) for research work were offered theoretical knowledge, after which a survey was conducted in order to refine it. If the assimilation of knowledge was 65%, then in the repeated survey at the end of the work it is clear that each of the two groups participating in the research work increased the varieties they selected by 20% and amounted to 85%. Each of the two groups involved in the research carried out their chosen practical tasks and conducted an analysis. The results of the study showed that the students found that vaccination has a positive effect on a good harvest of seedlings, and developed research skills. In the process of forming a research skill, in most cases, research in the process of practical work with activity research had a great influence. Research work in the course of laboratory work, the sequence of application to 3 practical works was considered, and information was also provided on the positive impact of laboratory work on the quality of teaching the discipline biotechnology. In accordance with the requirements of modern globalization, the possibility of preliminary preparation of students' practical abilities for a specific laboratory using STEM technology was considered.

EVALUATION OF DIFFERENT PASTEURIZATION AND STERILIZATION METHODS FOR OYSTER MUSHROOM SUBSTRATES

Oyster mushrooms can be cultivated with great spatial efficiency, on nutrient-poor plant materials, without light and under diverse climatic conditions. Their production therefore has a great potential for improving food security, especially in impoverished and overpopulated areas. However, the pasteurization or sterilization of mushroom substrates uses a lot of energy and water. This study investigates the impact of different pasteurization and sterilization techniques on the growth and yield of oyster mushrooms, and evaluates their water and energy usage. The efficacy of heat-based methods, including hot water, hot air, and pressurized steam, as well as a chemical method utilizing hydrated lime (Ca(OH)2) were assessed. The results show that sterilizing mushroom substrates through autoclaving can significantly increase the dry yields, up to 50% compared to pasteurization methods. However, pasteurization methods also achieved excellent results compared to untreated substrates, with good harvests and low pest occurrence. The mushroom water content was significantly higher in pasteurization methods where the substrate is submerged in water. In terms of fresh yield, hot water pasteurization was as good as autoclaving and significantly better than the other pasteurization methods. Hot air pasteurization has, on balance, a better water and energy efficiency than autoclave sterilization (about 75 % less energy) or hot water pasteurization (about 85 % less water). When performed at an air temperature of 75° C, which was found to be sufficient for successful mushroom cultivation, as little as 1068 kJ was needed to pasteurize one kg of dry substrate (e.g. maize straw). While hydrated lime pasteurization could use as little as 270 kJ per kg of dry substrate, it is very wasteful of water, as is hot water pasteurization and could lead to nutrient leaking. The success of mushroom cultivation, especially with hot air pasteurization, could also be influenced by the duration of substrate soaking before treatment. The study provides slight evidence, although inconclusive, for a positive effect of prolonged soaking periods on yield. Lastly, the study discusses the applicability of different disinfection techniques at varying production scales and for different mushroom species, focusing on African countries, where comparably small mushroom economies are growing rapidly, but often through the use of unsustainable pasteurization technology.

Evaluasi Kualitas Nutrien Hydroponic Corn Green Fodder Jagung Putih Sebagai Pakan Ternak Pada Umur Panen Yang Berbeda

This study aims to evaluate the effect of differences in harvest age on the characteristics of fodder of corn plants that are maintained hydroponically. This research will be carried out using a completely randomized design (CRD) with 5 treatments and 4 replications, so that the experimental units used are 20 units to get a good harvest time. The treatments used in this study were P1 (Hydroponic growing media at harvesting age of 7 days), P2 (Hydroponic growing media at harvesting age of 9 days), P3 (Hydroponic growing media at harvesting age 11 days), P4 (Hydroponic growing media at harvesting age 13 days), P5 (Hydroponic growing media, harvesting age 15 days). The parameters evaluated were (a) dry weight (BK), (b) organic weight (BO), (c)crude protein content (PK), (d) crude fiber content (SK) and (e) crude fat content (LK). The results revealed that the average dry matter ranged from 12.98–6.27%, while the average organic weight ranged from 96.90–93.52%, the protein content ranged from 23.30–10.14%, the crude fiber content ranged from 2.65–20.28%, and the results of crude fat content ranged from 2.65–2.86%.Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that hydroponic corn green fodder white corn with different harvest ages can have a significant effect on the production of dry matter, organic matter, crude protein and crude fiber. The best harvest was found in the P1 treatment, namely at 7 days of harvest it was able to produce 23% crude protein content. The longest harvest age (15 days) resulted in the lowest dry matter, organic matter and crude protein content and the highest crude fiber content.

Exo- and endogenous factors of the development of organic production in ukraine

The article examines the restraining factors of the development of organic production in Ukraine. Two blocks of the main restraining factors that negatively affect the development and implementation of organic production are defined and summarized. Among the exogenous factors, the full-scale invasion of the aggressor country into Ukraine, as well as the price of organic products on the international market, are singled out. Endogenous restraining factors include legal, socio-economic, environmental, material and technical factors, as well as the irregularity of the lease model. It was determined that at the moment there is no clearly formed system of certification, standardization and labeling of organic products in Ukraine, but there are a number of legal acts, the norms of which create the basis for the development of the organic sphere. The legal, socio-economic, ecological and material-technical problems that restrain the development of organic production in Ukraine are identified and analyzed. It was determined that the existing system of land relations is built on the basis of a lease, and the production of organic products under lease conditions is risky, since a short-term lease contract is economically unprofitable for organic producers, because it is more aimed at the personal economic benefit of the owner of the land plot than the interest of the tenant in a good harvest. Another endogenous factor that restrains the development of organic farming in Ukraine is the manner in which the suitability of land plots for the production of organic products is established.

MIDSUMMER CELEBRATIONS IN LITHUANIA MINOR: CONTINUITY AND CHANGE IN TRADITIONS

A number of different Midsummer celebration models can be distinguished in Lithuania Minor: the most archaic (14th to 19th century), 20th century, and the modern St John’s Day celebration models. The most archaic celebrations were rich in vestiges of the Baltic world-view and mythology: nature, fire and water were worshipped, and people cast spells to protect themselves from evil forces and ensure a good harvest and a happy life. The 20th-century ritualistic St John’s Day tradition of Prussian Lithuanians lost its existential importance as rituals became customs with new forms and symbolic meanings. The most important features of the celebration are the burning of witches in St John’s fire, and general merriment for youth. In the modern celebration model, there is an attempt to combine ethnic traditions with the needs of the consumer society. Fireworks replace ritual Midsummer fires, as bonfires lose their mythological significance. Although the institutionally organised Midsummer celebrations follow a more or less Lithuania-wide scenario; the centralised organisation of cultural events may be beneficial in fostering local forms of the Lithuanian celebratory tradition by highlighting typical elements of St John’s Day in the region of Lithuania Minor.

Ecogeographic study of peanut accessions from the VIR collection

Background. It has been shown that southern oilseeds, including peanuts, can be successfully grown in the south of the Russian Federation under the conditions of Krasnodar Territory and Astrakhan Province. Currently, only two peanut cultivars are included in the State Register of the Russian Federation: ‘Otradokubansky’ and ‘Astrakhansky 5’. Development of raw material for obtaining new peanut cultivars adaptable to the growing conditions in Krasnodar Territory and Astrakhan Province is a relevant task.Materials and methods. We examined 57 peanut accessions of various origins from the VIR collection. The study of peanut accessions for agronomic characters was carried out in two ecogeographic sites located in Krasnodar Territory and Astrakhan Province. Cv. ‘Otradokubansky’ was used as a reference. ANOVA was applied for statistical data processing.Results and discussion. A wide range of variability in agronomic characters was revealed during the study of peanut accessions. The most stable character was the 1000 seed weight. The share of the genotype the variability of productivity was from 30 to 40%. A great effect of soil and climate factors and the place of cultivation on the ripening of beans was observed. Seed yield depended on the genotype (60–70%) as well as on the temperature factors and the presence of moisture in the soil. The best accessions were selected according to their agronomic characters; they may serve as promising material for breeding. Some accessions are able to produce a good harvest either in Astrakhan Province or Krasnodar Territory, while others can do it regardless of the place of cultivation. This study confirmed the possibility of growing peanuts in Astrakhan Province on medium loamy soils under irrigation, or in Krasnodar Territory on black earth without irrigation.

Contribution of Trigona Honey Bee Business (Trigona sp) to Farmers' Income in Bengkaung Village, West Lombok Regency

The research was conducted in Bengkaung Village, Batu Layar District, West Lombok Regency with the aim of finding out farmers' income from Trigona Honey Bee (Trigona sp.) cultivation and plantation farming as well as analyzing the contribution of Trigona Honey Bee cultivation to the total of farmers' income. The research uses primary data and secondary data. Primary data was obtained from interviews with farmers, while secondary data was obtained from related agencies. The number of respondents was 36 farmers. The data analysis took the form of income analysis, cost analysis and analysis of the percentage of contribution of the Trigona Honey Bee cultivation business to the total of farmers' income. The results show that the average annual income of farmers from the Trigona Honey Bee cultivation business is IDR. 15,162,075 while the average total income of farmers per year is IDR. 35,914,739 which means the contribution of the Trigona Honey Bee Cultivation is 42%. Meanwhile, the obstacles faced in cultivating Trigona Honey Bee are the shortages of bee's food during the rainy season, predator interference, lack of post-harvest knowledge which causes the queen of the bee to die during the harvesting process and the farmers' ignorance of good honey harvest times.

Utilization of the Abandoned Pond for African Catfish Farming to Improve the Economy of the People of Northwest Hagu Village, Lhokseumawe

Northwest Hagu Village is one of the fishing villages in the Lhokseumawe City Area. In this village, there are also several ponds that are not productive (sleeping land) and only wild weeds grow throughout the pond. This community service activity aims to provide solutions by managing ponds into productive ponds by cultivatingcatfish training fishing communities to increase the economic income of the coastal communitiesofNorthwest Haguvillage with good cultivation techniques and maintaining pond water quality so that it is not polluted. So, that good harvests are obtained and marketable and increase economic income and welfare of community partnergroups. Thisactivity stage begins with a survey of environmental conditions and equipment, designing and manufacturing floating net cages,providing technical counselling/guidance to partners and conducting a thorough evaluation of the implementation of PKMM and the results achieved.