Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Research Articles

Food source diversity and honey production in stingless bee meliponiculture, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur, South Sumatra, Indonesia

Abstract. Rahmad B, Damiri N, Hanafiah Z, Adriani D, Hanum L. 2024. Food source diversity and honey production in stingless bee meliponiculture, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur, South Sumatra, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 25: 2747-2756. This research, conducted with meticulous care, aims to collect data on the diversity of food source plants and analyze vegetation, honey production, and quality in stingless bee cultivation (Meliponiculture) in East Ogan Komering Ulu District (OKUT), South Sumatra Province, Indonesia. The research was carried out using a comprehensive survey method with a qualitative and quantitative approach. The qualitative methods record the type of stingless bee food sources, while qualitative methods are used for honey quality. Direct observation, questionnaires, and in-depth interviews with beekeepers were carried out to collect data on honey production. The investigation involved observing food-supply plants in the meliponiculture area designated as the research site. Meliponiculture area location is the presence of beekeepers actively engaged in producing honey. The results of the inventory of food plant types at the meliponiculture location showed that the composition of food source plants consisted of six species of forestry plants, three species of plantation plants, seven species of MPTs, one species of crop plant, eight species of home garden and four species of shrubs. The planting pattern of plantation and forestry possesses the highest honey yield, which is 360 kg per year. Cultivated honey products have good quality and comply with Indonesian National Standards (SNI), which include organoleptic tests and laboratory tests, with results: Water content 27.14% w/w, reducing sugar content 62.05% w/w, degree of acidity 101.64 ml NaOH Kg, Total solids insoluble in water 0,066% w/w, Ash Content 0.24% w/w, and acidity degree (pH) 3.25.

Utilizing the potential of local arts and culture as economic capital in the Sanggar Karawitan Mudo Raharjo Ogan Komering Ulu Timur district

[Bahasa]: Sanggar Karawitan Mudo Raharjo merupakan kelompok penggiat seni budaya yang lahir dari kecintaan masyarakat transmigran asal Jawa Tengah di Desa Margotani Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Provinsi Sumatera Selatan. Pada awal pembentukan, kelompok sanggar melestarikan kesenian musik karawitan dengan hiburan seni ketoprak. Namun, eksistensi kegiatan seni karawitan dan ketoprak sudah mulai berkurang karena beberapa pemain sudah mulai tidak ada. Di sisi lain, proses regenerasi tidak berjalan sebagaimana mestinya. Kondisi ini mengakibatkan berkurangnya pemasukan sanggar dan hilangnya pewaris seni budaya leluhur sehingga diperlukan adanya pelatihan pengembangan kreatifitas seni budaya dan pelatihan pemasaran secara online. Pelatihan ini bertujuan untuk menumbuhkembangkan jiwa kreativitas dan socialpreneur sehingga mitra kedepannya dapat menghasilkan karya unggulan yang dibutuhkan pasar dan bernilai ekonomi tinggi. Pelatihan menggunakan pendekatan Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) yang dilakukan pada 30 orang, terdiri dari kelompok orang tua dan kelompok remaja yang ada di Desa Margotani. Pelatihan yang diberikan mencakup teknis produksi karya, seperti pelatihan Dalang, prosesi Temon, tari kreasi dan tradisional Jawa, dan pemasaran karya melaui pembuatan media pemasaran secara online. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat tersebut menunjukkan bahwa terjadi peningkatan pengetahuan peserta dari 6,7% menjadi 72,8%. Selain itu, juga terjadi peningkatan kreativitas dari yang sebelumnya hanya memainkan seni karawitan menjadi mampu memainkan seni tari kreasi tradisi, prosesi adat temu manten, dan berperan sebagai Dalang. Hasil wawancara menunjukan bahwa peserta memperoleh motivasi, dorongan, terbukanya jalan untuk melanjutkan dan mengembangkan kesenian karawitan agar dapat dikenal oleh publik sehingga bernilai ekonomi yang dapat mewujudkan kesejahteraan masyarakat desa. Kata Kunci: seni budaya, pelatihan, sanggar karawitan [English]: The Mudo Raharjo Karawitan Studio is a group of arts and culture activists born from the love of the transmigrant community from Central Java in Margotani Village, East Ogan Komering Ulu Regency, South Sumatra Province. At the beginning of its formation, the studio group preserved the art of Karawitan music with Ketoprak art entertainment. However, musical and Ketoprak art activities have decreased because some players have begun to disappear. On the other hand, the regeneration process does not work as it should. This condition results in reduced income for studios and the loss of heirs to ancestral arts and culture, so there is a need for training in the development of creative arts and culture and online marketing training. This training aims to develop the spirit of creativity and social entrepreneurship so that future partners can produce superior work that is needed by the market and has high economic value. The training used the Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, which was carried out on 30 people, consisting of parents and youth groups in Margotani Village. The training includes technical work production, such as Dalang training, Temon processions, creative and traditional Javanese dances, and marketing works through creating online marketing media. The results of the community service program showed an increase in participants' knowledge from 6.7% to 72.8%. Apart from that, there was also an increase in creativity from previously only playing musical arts to being able to play traditional dance creations, traditional meeting Manten processions, and acting as Dalang. The results of the interviews showed that the participants received motivation and encouragement and opened up a way to continue and develop the art of karawitan so that the public can recognize that it has economic value that can realize the welfare of the village community. Keywords: arts and culture, training, karawitan studio

The Policy of the Youth Sports and Tourism Office in Developing Sports Tourism in East Ogan Komering Ulu Regency

Disporapar Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency as implementing policies in the field of Sports Youth and Tourism, aims to develop sports tourism in East Ogan Komering Ulu district. The aim of this research is to find out the policies of Disporapar of Ogan Komering Ulu Timur district in developing sports tourism, the factors that support and hinder policies in developing sports tourism, the response and participation of the community in sports tourism development programs. The method used in this research is using descriptive qualitative. Data collection techniques using observation techniques, interviews, and documentation or data triangulation. The main data sources or research subjects are the Head of East Ogan Komering Ulu District Disporapar, managers of tourist destinations, and the community. Research results: Indicates that the inhibiting factor in the development of sports tourism is the source of funds, because for the maintenance of sports tourism facilities and for holding events at sports tourism destinations, then the supporting factors, namely the completeness and condition of sports tourism facilities and infrastructure, are very good for used for visitors, plus the enthusiasm and interest of the community for sports tourism is very high, thus the need for coordination from various parties to achieve the development of sports tourism. Conclusion: In the development of sports tourism, it is necessary to pay attention to many aspects. One of the important aspects is that the coordination of all parties must go well, so that the desired goals can be achieved in developing sports tourism, and then must pay attention to elements such as funding, management, availability of human resources Human resources, socialization of the implementation of the sports tourism development program, the quality of the facilities and infrastructure used, and community participation so that it can become an attraction for people to go on sports tours.

The Evaluation of Implementation of Integrated Pest and Disease Control by Farmers of Food and Holticultural Corps in Banyuasin and Ogan Komering Ulu Timur

Reducing crop cultivation is providing ecological biota for plants through Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Farmers' problems regarding pests and diseases in Banyuasin and OKU Timur, especially for food crops and horticulture farmers. The purpose of this research is to evaluate the compliance of food crops and horticulture farmers in implementing safe and environmentally friendly IPM. Study on various fields of food and horticulture farmers in Banyuasin and Ogan Komering Ulu. The research method used is purposive sampling. Observation of Plant Pests and Diseases was completed directly in the field. Then determine the disease score in each sample plant. The parameters observed in this study are the behavior of farmers towards the decision-making process of using pesticides. Pest and disease intensity, and disease attack percentage were analyzed descriptively in the form of tables and graphs, as well as correlation analysis. The highest value of diversity of pests and diseases of food and horticultural crops based on the entire area of the observed land was found in a land area of 0.25 ha, which is the area that is often found in land for crop cultivation. The average age percentage of farmers in Banyuasin and OKU East is 40 to 50 years old. The average education of farmers in Banyuasin and OKU Timur is 24 farmers. The percentage and intensity of both horticultural and food crops in Banyuasin are good because only a few farmers get a score of 2 or 1. Cultivation techniques are land preparation, land sanitation, selection of resistant varieties, spacing, irrigation, crop rotation, intercropping, mulching, natural enemies of insects, and weeding.

Determination of in situ NPK fertilization for rice growth in intensive farming system

Rice fields that were intensively cultivated by the application of chemical fertilizers for a long time may experience declining rice production, as the soil ages. Therefore, it is necessary to assess the fertility of the paddy soil for rice cultivation. Site-specific balanced fertilization is determined based on soil test results that represent the in situ soil chemical properties. This study aims to analyze the fertility level of paddy fields and determine the optimal amounts of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) fertilizers for rice growth, considering the soil fertility status in Marga Cinta, Belitang Madang Raya District, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur of South Sumatra, Indonesia. The study employed a random sampling method, with a total of 6 samples collected by drilling at a depth of 0 - 30 cm, and then composited. The results revealed that the fertility of the paddy soil at the study site was relatively low, with an average pH of 5.32, organic carbon content (C-Organic) of 0.67%, cation exchange capacity (CEC) of 9.85 cmol/kg, base saturation of 21.05%, total nitrogen (N-total) of 0.10%, available phosphorus (P-available) of 1.87 mg/kg, and exchangeable potassium (K-exchangeability) of 0.10 cmol/kg. Based on these findings, the recommended fertilization amounts are 199.89 kg/ha of urea, 147.91 kg/ha of SP-36, and 28.45 kg/ha of KCl.

Productivity and income of rubber farmers in Belitang II District, East Ogan Komering Ulu Regency, South Sumatra Province

The productivity of rubber in Belitang II Sub-district has decreased quite deeply from 2016 – 2020. The decline in the productivity of rubber farmers will affect the income earned by farmers. Belitang II sub-district is a sub-district that has a larger area of ??land and rubber production compared to other sub-districts in Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency, South Sumatra Province. This research is an associative quantitative research. The method of determining the sample using simple random sampling with a sample size of 97 respondents. The data analysis technique used descriptive statistical analysis and inferential statistical analysis, namely path analysis. The results of the study show that 1) land ownership, education level, and work culture have a positive effect on productivity, 2) land ownership area, education level, work culture, and productivity have a positive effect on income, and 3) land ownership area, indirectly does not directly affect income through productivity, while the level of education, and work culture indirectly affect income through productivity. Local governments are expected to strive to produce agricultural innovations to support land productivity and become a driving force in the agricultural sector, especially rubber.
 Keywords: Land ownership, education level, work culture,
 productivity, income

Pengembangan Produksi Benih Sumber Varietas Unggul Baru (VUB) Padi Umur Genjah Hasil Di Provinsi Sumatera Selatan

Superior varieties are one of the technologies that play an important role in increasing the quantity and quality of agricultural products. The real contribution of superior varieties to increasing national rice production was reflected in the achievement of rice self-sufficiency in 1984. This was related to the characteristics possessed by superior varieties of rice, including high yields, resistance to major pests and diseases, early maturity so that can be developed to increase the cropping index, and taste good (fluffy) rice with relatively high protein content. The purpose of this activity is to develop seed production of new superior varieties at early maturity resulting from the innovation of the Agricultural Research and Development Agency. The source seed production development activity was carried out from October 2021 to April 2022 in irrigated rice fields, Sidomulyo Village, Belitang District, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency. By using the Cakrabuana variety, White label seed class (FS) with a planting area of 5 ha. The data collected includes growth and yield performance data. The data collected were tabulated and analyzed (quantitatively). Observations of yield components carried out 1 week before harvest, showed an average plant height of 114.6 cm with the number of productive tillers of 29.2 stems/clump. While the average panicle length obtained was 27.06 cm with an average number of grain contents per panicle as many as 143.2 grains/panicle. The weight of 1000 grains of grain is 29 grams, productivity reaching 10.2 tons gkp/ha (8.5 tons gkg/ha).

Factors Affecting Farmers' Decisions in Following Rice Farming Insurance in Buay Madang Timur Sub- District

This study aims to analyze the factors that influence farmers' decisions in participating in rice farming insurance in Buay Madang Timur Sub-District. The type of research used in this study is a quantitative descriptive method. The data analysis used in this study is multiple regression analysis. The results showed that the factors of farming experience, owned land area, number of family members, age of farmers, level of education, role of extension workers, income of rice farming businesses, success of claims, difficulty of registration and claims had a significant effect on farmers' decisions in participating in the Rice Farming Insurance(RFI) program in Buay Madang Timur Sub-District, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency. The factor that most influences farmers' decisions in participating in the Rice Farm Insurance (RFI) program is the role of extension workers with a standard value of the partial regression coefficient of 6,049.

ANALYSIS OF RICE MARKETING EFFICIENCY IN EAST OGAN KOMERING ULU TIMUR

Rice is the main food commodity that affects the Indonesian people's welfare. Thus, it is more complex to replace rice with other food commodities. This large rice production requires post-production handling through a good marketing process because it can increase farmers income. This research aims to analyze the efficiency of rice marketing in East Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency through marketing channels, market structure, market conduct, and market performance. This research was by taking 90 respondents of rice farmers using a simple random sampling method. Furthermore, to determine the respondents' marketing agency, it used the snowball sampling method by following the path of the farmers. Based on the results of the research, there were four rice marketing channels formed, the first was farmers - Gapoktan factories - wholesalers - retailers - consumers, the second was farmers - Gapoktan factories - consumers, the third is farmers - millers - retailers - consumers, and the fourth was a farmer – miller – consumer. Hence, marketing channel 2 was the most efficient, because it has a low marketing margin value, and has a farmer's share value, and a high-cost benefit ratio.

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF RICE FARMING INCOMEORGANIC AND NON-ORGANIC IN EAST OKU REGENCY

This study aims to analyze the income of organic and non-organic rice farming in Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency. The research method used is a survey method. The research was conducted on March 2022 in East OKU Regency. The sampling method used an unequal layered random sample method in which a population of 374 lowland rice farmers was taken using the slovin formula with a margin of error of 10% and the sample taken was 37 respondents, and 20 organic rice farmers, so the total sample is 57 people. Testing and processing of research data using statistical analysis of T test or difference test (t-test) with two averages (parired – samples T-Test) using SPSS 23. The results showed that there was a difference in income between organic rice farmers of Rp. 21. 930,748,- per year and the income of non-organic paddy rice farmers is Rp.21,411,372,- per year. Even though mathematically the household income of organic farmers is greater than the household income of non-organic farmers, statistically there is no significant or no significant difference between the income received by organic and non-organic farmers.

ANALISIS PRODUKTIVITAS KEBUN KOPI 2016 – 2019 DENGAN METODE SPASIAL TEMPORAL (STUDI KASUS: SELURUH INDONESIA)

In 2019 Indonesia was ranked 4th (fourth) after Brazil, Vietnam, and Colombia as the world's largest coffee producer, 760,963 tons produced from 1.2 million hectares of land consisting of smallholder plantations (Perkebunan Rakyat / PR), large private plantations (Perkebunan Besar Swasta / PBS), and large state plantations (Perkebunan Besar Negara / PBN). The productivity of the plantation can be seen from comparing the area of the plantation with the production of coffee, the national productivity has only reached 0.77 tons of greenbean coffee/ha/year. This figure is considered still very small when compared to its potential which reaches 3tons of greenbean coffee/hectare/year. Temporal mapping method can be used to find out the level of productivity more easily based on location and time. Thus, the priority of handling coffee area becomes more focused and on target. The web-based GIS platform provides flexibility in terms of access and attractive appearance. The information presented is more communicative and easy to understand for interested users. This study uses ArcGIS Online with an operation dashboard to visualize the results of this study. The results showed that in the last two years arabica productivity in 2019 and 2018 was the highest in West Phak - Phak district with a figure of 1,575 kg/ha in 2019 and 1,580 kg/ha and the lowest was in Tabanan Regency at 29 kg/ha in 2019 and located in Wonosobo Regency at 26 kg/ha in 2018. For robusta in 2019 the highest was in Ogan Komering Ulu Timur district with a figure reaching 5,186 kg/ha and in 2018 the highest was in Kota Pagar Alam district with a figure reaching 2,890 kg/ha. ha and the lowest was in Muna Regency at 57 kg/ha in 2019 and in Nias Regency at 12 kg/ha in 2018.Keywords: ArcGis, Coffee, Coffee Producer, Operation Dashboard, Yield,

Tradisi Mitoni Pada Masyarakat Katolik

This thesis is titled “MITONI TRADITION IN CATHOLIC COMMUNITY (Case Study in Harjowinangun Village, Belitang District, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur District)”. The background to this is that many Catholic communities still follow the biennial tradition with Genduren, specifically the biennial rite (mitoni). The Catholic community has abandoned the traditional ritual of bathing seven wells with roses, jasmine and ylang-ylang, changing clothes seven times. The form of the problem is as follows: is the Mitoni tradition in the Catholic community of Harjowinangun village?. What is the role of child prodigies in mitoni worship in Harjowinangun village?. The purpose of the study was to better understand mitoni tradition Catholic community of Harjowinangun and the role of child prodigies in the process of mitoni worship in Harjowinangun village. The result of this study is that the implementation of the mitoni tradition Catholic community in Harjowinangun village starts with the preparation, performing the gendurenan and mitoni cults and takes about an hour. Beginning with the opening rite, introduction to the priest, proclamation of repentance, opening prayer, proclamation of the word, Bible reading, homily, prayer, and after the Our Father, concluding with a prayer willing to end. After the mitoni service is over, the mitoni service participants immediately leave the room. Then everyone enters the dining room to taste the dishes that have been prepared by the host. After the meal, the Catholic community returned to their own homes.

Analisis Peran Dan Fungsi Badan Pengawasan Pemilihan Umum Kabupaten OKU Timur Dalam Pilkada tahun 2020

The Election Supervisory Board has the authority to supervise and prevent violations in the election of regional heads who aim to be able to carry out decisive, effective and fair justice. The issue in which the Electoral Supervisory Board found reports of alleged violations as many as 20 alleged violation. Purpose of the research is to find out how the role and function of the Election Supervisory Board of Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency in the 2020 regional head elections. The research method uses qualitative research that aims to obtain a decripive analysis. The data is obtained through interview techniques, observations, literature and documentation. The research was conducted on April 26, 2021-May 20, 2021. Based on the results of the data, it can be known that the Election Supervision Agency of Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency has carried out its function and authority duties according to Law number 10 of 2016 concerning regional head elections seen from 6 aspects, namely a) the Election Supervision Agency coordinates and monitors the establishment of ad hoc election committees, stakeholders, communities and participatory supervision. b) evaluation, implementation of stakeholder organizers, local governments, police, winning teams of candidate couples, religious leaders, community leaders and community participation. c) receiving reports includes: alleged violations of electoral crimes, code of conduct, money politic, neutralist. d) facilities are obtained through capital from the budget of state revenue and expenditure from the government. e) receiving and following up on the report, the Election Supervision Agency received 20 alleged violations and 8 in follow-up in following up the report seen from because of the limited time of a short seven days in the handling of violations causing not all to go well as scheduled. f) follow up on recommendations and/or rulings using legal grounds, and regional head election laws.

Tradisi “Rajah”: Terapi Mistik Dalam Kepercayaan Masyarakat Suku Jawa di Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ulu Timur

This paper examines the rajah tradition in the beliefs of the Javanese people in the Ogan Komering Ulu Timur. This research is a fieldresearch using qualitative methods. Research data obtained through observation and interviews. Meanwhile, in analyzing the data of this study using descriptive-analytical techniques. This study found that there were seven rajahs used by the community; penglaris tattoo, leather tattoo, vest tattoo, tembang liring tattoo, fence tattoo, belt tattoo, and ring tattoo. The seven tattoos are believed by the Javanese community of Gunung Mas village, Belitang district, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur district to provide alternative solutions to the problems they face. The author also finds that the process of making the tattoo is based on the books of Syamsul Ma'arif and Tajul Muluk, with the following procedure; holy from hadast large and small, holding breath and praying to Allah, solemn, the writing of the tattoo is written neatly. Based on these findings, the authors conclude that belief in rajah can change fate, boost success, healing, and self-security is a form of shirk. However, if the tattoo is believed to be only a medium or a means of asking Allah SWT with the aim of asking for His help for various difficulties experienced, it is an act that is allowed in Islamic teachings, because this kind of belief leads to faith and devotion to Allah.
 Keywords: Rajah Tradition, Mystical Therapy, Java Society

The Effects of Token Arends Learning Model on Communication and Physics Learning Outcomes

This research aims to determine whether the Time Token Arends learning model affects communication and physics learning outcomes. All tenth-grade students in one of the high schools in Ogan Komering Ulu Timur became the population, and the sample was determined by random cluster sampling. The research design was the pretest-posttest control group design. The subjects of this research consisted of 58 students. The experimental class implemented the Time Token Arends model, and the control class implemented the conventional model (lecturing and questions and answers). The researchers performed the hypothesis testing using the t-test. Based on the pretest and posttest results, the mean score of the experimental class was higher than the control class. The pretest means a score of the experimental class was 37 and the mean score of the control class was 36. Furthermore, the posttest means a score of the experimental class was 79, and the control class was 64. The mean scores difference indicated a significant effect of the Time Token Arends learning model. The results were supported by the tobserved value greater than the tcritical value, namely 22.02 greater than 1.67. Therefore, H0 was rejected, and Ha was accepted. The percentage of student communication increased significantly after the Time Token Arends model was applied. Future researchers need to develop appropriate instruments to measure scientific communication and student learning outcomes during the current pandemic. During the coupons distribution session, it is necessary to ensure that all students receive coupons without exception.

PERKEMBANGAN KOLONISASI DI BELITANG PADA MASA PEMERINTAH HINDIA BELANDA TAHUN 1936-1942

The objectives of this study are (1) to describe the mapping of the colonization area in Belitang in 1936-1942, (2) to describe the process of moving colonization in Belitang during the Dutch East Indies government in 1936-1942, (3) to describe the life of the Javanese colonists in Belitang. Belitang during the Dutch East Indies government in 1936-1942. Based on the existing problems, researchers are interested in studying more deeply the development of the Belitang colonization in 1936-1942. This is considered important because of the lack of research studies in the field of colonization development in Belitang in 1936-1942. As a researcher, of course, there is a need for a study in writing the history of colonization in Belitang. The method used is the historical method, which is a systematic framework for collecting historical sources. Collecting archives as research documents, both primary and secondary data. The results of research that has been done through the interpretation and writing of history. The results are in the form of both primary and secondary sources that researchers get. Collection of sources from Delpher, KITLV, as well as the Regional Library and Archives of Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency. the development of colonization in Belitang was able to reduce population density on the island of Java. Colonization in Belitang has progressed quite well, from an economic perspective, namely progress in the rice field sector, in the health sector by establishing three clinics, one school for education and an orderly system of regional government from Kurungan Nyawa village to Cahaya Negeri village.

Dynamic Politics in The Election of Regional Head (Ogan Komering Ulu Timur Regency in 2020)

The presence of political dynasties in power struggles from regional to national level is inseparable from the role of political parties and the regulation of the regional head elections. Oligarchy on the body of a political party can be seen from the tendency of candidates nominating by political parties based more on the wishes of party elites, not through democratic mechanisms by considering the ability and integrity of the candidates. Simultaneously, political dynasties continue to establish solid networks of power so they can dominate and kill democracy within political parties. In the context of society, there is also an effort to maintain the status quo in the region by encouraging families or people close to the head of the region to replace the incumbent. Weak regulation to trim political dynasties has contributed to the widespread political dynasty in the regional head elections. The practice of dynastic politics is also suspected to make the weakness of checks and balances function to the effect of corruption acts committed by the head of the region and their relatives. The regional head elections system is new, but the old faces that are nothing but the continuity of the political dynasty characterize this Pilkada event which is feared could threaten the phase of democratic transition towards consolidation of democracy.

STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN WILAYAH BERBASIS TANAMAN PADI DI PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN

The rice crop commodity is a basic need for the most Indonesian people, including the people of the province of South Sumatra. However, the total production in 2018-2020 fluctuated in line with the fluctuating rice harvested area. This research is to map the regencies/cities in South Sumatra province that are superior, potential and developing and lagging behind in producing rice commodities. The analysis in this study uses Location Quotient (LQ), Shift Share (SS) and Klasssen's Typology. The results of the analysis obtained 4 districts, namely Ogan Komering Ilir, Lahat, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur and Empat Lawang districts, both comparative and competitive advantages. Muara Enim, Banyuasin, Ogan Ilir, Musi Rawas Utara regencies and the city of Palembang are potential districts to produce rice commodities. The districts of Ogan Komering Ulu, Musi Rawas, Ogan Komering Ulu Selatan, Pali and the cities of Pagar Alam and Lubuk Linggau are districts/cities that actually have a competitive advantage for rice commodities, but do not have a comparative advantage and finally Musi Banyuasin district and Prabumulih city are supporting districts/cities.

RICE HUSK AS BIOMASS FOR POWER PLANT, OGAN KOMERING REGENCY ULU TIMUR, SOUTH SUMATERA, INDONESIA: REVIEW

Ogan Komering Ulu Timur (OKUT) regency is a national rice-producing in South Sumatra Province. The use of modern agricultural technology has resulted in a significant increase in rice yields, namely: in 2019, 2.60 million tons of paddy dry milled grain will become 2.74 million tons in 2020. This number increases every year, which has an impact on increasing solids. Waste by paddy dry milled grain is husks straw. The percentage of husk is 20% by paddy dry milled grain. In 2020, OKUT produced 548,000 tons of husks. This husk is a potential source of biomass energy for power generation. This paper reviews the possibility of constructing a biomass power plant from rice husks in OKUT. In 2030, it is estimated that the amount of electricity that can be sold to PLN is 1.05 GW, equal to IDR. 1419.6 B or USD 97.903.

Fenomena Rasionalisasi Anggaran Pilkada yang Telah Disepakati

The budget is one aspect that determines the quality of the implementation of regional head elections (Pilkada). The budget problem that arose in the 2020 Pilkada Concurrent was the rationalization carried out by the DPRD on the Pilkada budget which was contained in the Regional Grant Agreement Text (NPHD) even though the NPHD was signed by the Regional Head and Pilkada Organizer (KPU and Bawaslu) as evidence of the budget allocation agreement for the activities of organizing and supervising the Pilkada. Examples of this rationalization practice occurred in 2 (two) regions, namely Ogan Komering Ulu Timur District, South Sumatra Province, and Tidore Islands City, North Maluku Province. There are 2 (two) factors that give rise to the rationalization problem. First, poor communication between the elements of Pilkada organizers (KPU and Bawaslu) together with the Government and the DPRD, which led to a deadlock and made the Central Government have to step in to resolve it. Second, the classic problems experienced by Indonesia in matters of legal governance that are out of sync (disharmony between regulations) have an impact on the quality of Pilkada budget management. Several things that affect the quality of Pilkada budget management include: First, the practice of assigning staff in charge of the Pilkada budget both at the KPU and Bawaslu has not fulfilled the principle of "the right man on the right place". Second, there is regulatory disharmony, namely the law regulating the authority of the DPRD in carrying out its budgeting functions with the technical regulations of the Minister of Home Affairs regarding Pilkada budgeting. By using a qualitative descriptive research method, the author will examine the rationalization problem from the aspects of communication between institutions and regional election budget management. The author uses political communication theory and election budget management to formulate alternative solutions to these problems and provide a meeting point for Pilkada budget problems in these 2 (two) regions.