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Evaluation of determinate tomato variety cultivation in West Jawa highland area in Indonesia

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Purwati-Yamada(2005)EvaluationDeterminateTomatoVarietyCultivationWestJava_JIRCAS-IVEGRI.pdf

This paper reports on three experiments evaluating Japanese tomato varieties for use in Indonesia. The experiments evaluate these varieties based on yield comparisons with the standard Indonesian variety, fruit characteristics for fresh and processing and seedling growth using three low cost, locally sourced seedling raising media. Results of each experiment are reported and discussed separately. The paper details the yield differences and summarises fruit characteristics including discussion of suitability for fresh or processing sectors. The experiments indicate the need for improved root knot nematode resistance in the Japanese varieties. The authors discuss options for improving productivity of Japanese varieties such as improved seedling preparation through good seedling media and the impacts of the different seedling media on seedling characteristics and yield. The paper does not make any recommendations or draw any conclusions from this work.

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2005

Author:

Purawati E. and Mitate Y.

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Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Science 43, 185-194

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Towards cost effective, high quality value chains improvement of shallot supply chains

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VanDenBrink-Basuki(2009)TowardsCostEffectiveHighQualityValueChainsImprovementShallotSupplyChains.pdf

This study reports on the effects of different growing practices and aspects on True Seed Shallot (TSS) production in Java. The study comprises a range of experiments which are listed in the introduction. These encompass early sowing and transplanting, optimal nitrogen fertilisation, optimal plant density, seed efficiency, optimal age and nitrogen status of nursery, TSS under insect nets and bulb storage quality. Each experiment is briefly reported in a separate section and comprises methodology, results and discussion. Some detail is provided in cultivar comparisons of optimal plant density, cultivar responses to nitrogen rates and comparisons of yield and grade. The authors list and briefly elucidate the conclusions from this suite of experiments: TSS cultivars with improved storability provide better opportunities for TSS; seed treatments did not improve seed efficiency but there is some detail on the impact of furrow fill and beds versus trays on seed efficiency; lack of Spodoptera during the experimental period limited accurate assessment of insect nets and there was no detectable impact of age of seedling transplants and nursery nitrogen status on seedling survival or growth.

Publication Date:

2009

Author:

Van den Brink L. and Basuki R.S.

Journal:

HORTIN-II Research Report No. 14.

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Production of true seed shallots in Indonesia

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VanDenBrink(2012)ProductionTrueSeedShallotsIndonesia_IVEGRI.pdf

Traditional Indonesian shallot production is based on seed bulbs but True Seed Shallots (TSS) could improve competitiveness of the industry. This study assesses numerous factors such as, seed raising mixtures, sowing depth and furrow fill, productivity comparison of TSS cultivars and seed bulb cultivars, plant density and nitrogen fertilisation, for their impact on shallot growth and production. Each experiment is reported on and discussed separately. The report discusses the impact of these different factors on a range of shallot characteristics such as emergence, growing period, yield, bulb size, bulb colour and storage quality. The results lead the authors to identify areas for additional research such as the impact of nitrogen fertiliser on storage quality of bulbs and the mechanism through which stable manure improves seedling emergence. The authors conclude that TSS could be a viable option for improving the competitiveness of Indonesia's shallot production. TSS yield's averaged 70 and 113% higher than the seed bulb cultivar 'Bima curut' but exhibited a 2-3 week longer growing period. The report discusses optimal nitrogen fertiliser rates and plant densities for the TSS and seed bulb cultivars.

Publication Date:

2012

Author:

Van den Brink L. and Basuki R.S.

Journal:

Acta Horticulturae 958, 115-120

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In 'Proceedings of the Ist International Symposium on Sustainable Vegetable Production in Southeast Asia, Salatiga, Indonesia'.

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Potato seed system in Indonesia: a baseline survey. In 'Progress in potato and sweet potato research in Indonesia

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Jayasinghe(2005)PotatoSeedSystemIndoBaslineSurvey.pdf

This article identifies and analyses constraints in seed production in Indonesia and describes the major factors that account for the failure to produce quality seed potatoes. The study is based on interviews with staff from government and non-government agencies, farmer-seed producers, farmer cooperative members and end-user farmers. Facilities and techniques used in various stages of seed production and quality control were also evaluated. One of the major problems highlighted by the author is that seed growers claim to sell certified seeds, but they are not actually certified by the government. This has led to a lack of trust by farmers in seed growers and their reluctance to use seeds other than their own, which has in turn created a marketing problem for seed producers. Other constraints highlighted include lack of funding for institutions conducting research and development in potato seed production, limited cold storage facilities, re-introduction of field-grown or net house-grown materials as in vitro without proper procedures, low priority given to potato tissue culture activities, and existing laws that are not conducive to seed production. Overall, the study provides a thorough background to the key constraints in Indonesia's potato seed system.

Publication Date:

2005

Author:

Jayasinghe U.

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In 'Proceedings of the CIP-Indonesia Research Review Workshop, Bogor, Indonesia, 26-27 March 2002', ed. by K.O. Fuglie. International Potato Center: Bogor, Indonesia. Pp. 70-78

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Farm demand for quality potato seed in Indonesia

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FuglieEtAl(2006) FarmDemandQualityPotatoSeedIndonesia.pdf

One of the major constraints facing crop production in developing countries is a lack of low-cost, quality seed. In this paper, Fuglie et al. present a model of the market for seed, in which clean seed is treated as a capital good providing benefits over several seasons. To determine the farm demand for clean seed, they then apply this model to potato seed in Indonesia. The research uses data gathered from a survey of 182 potato farmers in the major potato growing areas of the country. Findings show that Indonesian potato farmers are well aware of the value of quality seed in potato production, but the high cost (three to four times the price of seed purchased through the informal system) remains a major constraint. Nevertheless, marginal returns to disease-free seed appear to significantly exceed marginal costs, indicating that improving supply of quality seed will contribute strongly to productivity growth in potato. The authors discuss several policy options to encourage supply and utilization of quality potato seed, asserting that the potato seed system cannot be isolated from support for potato breeding and crop improvement generally.

Publication Date:

2006

Author:

Fuglie K.O., Adiyoga W., Asmunati R., Mahalaya S. and Suherman R.

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Agricultural Economics 35(3), 257-266

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Factors influencing a farmer's decision to purchase seed potatoes in East Java

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AjiEtAl(2001)FactorsInfluencingFarmersDecisionPurchaseSeedPotatoesEastJava.pdf

This article explores the factors that affect a farmer's decision to purchase seed potato in East Java. The research draws on a survey of 209 farmers from three central production areas: Pasuruan, Probolinggo and Batu Malang. Farmers were asked to rate the importance of 34 variables believed to influence a farmer's decision to purchase seed potatoes. The results reveal that the availability of seed at planting time, along with the availability of resources such as land and labour, are the most important factors influencing farmers' decisions to purchase seed. The lack of good quality seed available at planting time means that farmers are often forced to plant whatever seed is available. As a result, farmers typically use their own seed—retaining around 15-20 per cent from the previous harvest—until it degenerates. Only then do farmers tend to purchase improved seed. Given that demand for potato seed in Indonesia outstrips supply, potato farmers still rely heavily on high quality imported seed. However, the high cost of imported seed means that most farmers buy seed from their local supplier that has been multiplied several times.

Publication Date:

2001

Author:

Aji J.M.M., Rola-Rubzen M.F. and Batt P.J.

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Paper presented at the 45th Annual Conference of the Australian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society, 23-25 January 2001, Adelaide, South Australia.

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A rapid assessment of the horticulture vegetable sector in Indonesia

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MenegayDarmono(2007)RapidAssessmentHorticultureVegSectorIndonesia_USAID_AMARTA.pdf

This report identifies intervention opportunities to strengthen the performance of the vegetable sub-sector in Eastern Indonesia. The research is based on field observations, interviews with value chain participants and consultation with other stakeholders in West Java, East Java, Central Java, Bali, South Sulawesi and North Sumatra. The report contains a summary of the vegetable sub-sector and an outline of private and public sector roles. Critical problems and constraints limiting the vegetable sub-sectors performance were summarised as: disorganised seed industry; excessive pesticide residues increasing production costs and threatening markets; neglect of wet markets including transport and handling, health and sanitation, food safety concerns and market waste; limited relationships between farmers and supermarket wholesalers; lack of awareness and access to market intelligence; reduction in suitable vegetable producing land; lack of marketing technology e.g. packaging; and globalisation resulting in reduced production of certain vegetables. The report suggests various interventions, among them seed industry development, improved farmer buyer contracts, a pesticide focused extension program, marketplace design, market development, packaging and waste management options. It also includes location specific considerations where necessary.

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2007

Author:

Menegay M.R. and Darmono W.A.

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USAID

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Government policies affecting the Indonesian corn seed industry

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Sayaka(2005)GovernmentPoliciesAffectingIndoCornSeedIndustry_ICASEPS.pdf

This paper provides a useful overview of government policies and regulations relating to the seed industry covering the early stage of the formal seed industry, seed trade, seed certification, crop varieties protection and seed producer's registration. Seed policies are generally renewed by the government along with progress in the seed industry. The paper also assesses the conduct of the National Seed Agency and its related institutions in controlling production and marketing of corn seed in East Java. The National Seed Agency is one of four government institutions dealing with national policies on seed industry and was set up specifically to control seed production and distribution among seed producers in Indonesia. One of the major challenges highlighted by the author is the open sale of uncertified hybrid corn seed in several regencies in East Java, which is punishable under the Act on Crops Practice 12/1992. However, the government has not taken any action to implement the law. The author thus notes the need for government to implement law enforcement to protect both producers and consumers.

Publication Date:

2005

Author:

Sayaka B.

Journal:

Analisis Kebijakan Pertanian 3(1)

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Agronomic performance of landrace and certified seeds of maize in West Timor, Indonesia

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Hosang(2010)AgronomicPerformanceLandraceCertifiedSeedsMaizeWestTimor.pdf

Maize yields in West Timor average around 2 t/ha, but have the potential to reach more than 4 t/ha with improved varieties, agronomy and nutrition. This paper explores the agronomic and physical characteristics of West Timor's landrace maize and production systems to determine the best approach for improving maize production and yield in West Timor. The research trials five maize varieties—three West Timor landrace populations and two open pollinated varieties—and grows them in the villages of Benlutu and Mnelalete in East Nusa Tenggara. The study used a spilt plot experimental design with three replications. The findings demonstrated wider variability in yield and agronomic performance of landrace maize with regard to seedling emergence, plant and ear height compared to certified improved open pollinated varieties. This crop-stand variability is probably due to low seed viability resulting from poor storage conditions, variable seasonal climatic conditions and/or high genetic variability within the landrace populations. The authors affirm that the impact of genetic variability and the enhancement of agronomic management of landrace maize will be investigated in future research.

Publication Date:

2010

Author:

Hosang E.Y., Sutherland M.W., Dalgliesh N.P. and Whish J.P.M.

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In 'Food Security from Sustainable Agriculture. Proceedings of the 15th Agronomy Conference 2010, 15-18 November 2010, Lincoln, New Zealand', ed. by H. Dove and R.A. Culvenor.Australian Society of Agronomy.

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