Penerapan Teknologi Seed CoatingPada Benih Jagung Di Kelompok Tani Minasa Baji

Abstract

Seed coating is one of the techniques to improve seed performance that is considered very effective, because it not only improves the appearance of the seed, but also increases storage life, reduces the risk of disease transmission from seeds in the surrounding environment, and can be used as a carrier of additives, growth regulators, and substances with osmotic potential. The purpose of the activity is to provide farmers with understanding to minimize seed damage or seed deterioration in storage. The method of implementing the activity is in the form of interactive lectures, Focused Discussions/Questions and Answers (FGD) and also Training and Planting Demonstration Plots. After conducting socialization and counseling activities on seed coating technology, namely the manufacture and application of seed coatings from Moringa leaf powder on corn seeds, the results achieved were that partner farmer groups in Bantimurung District were very enthusiastic about following the counseling material, especially the technique of making and applying seed coating technology to corn seeds. In general, the percentage of farmers' understanding increased from completely unaware (0%) before seed coating technology was introduced, but after the application of seed coating technology to partner farmer groups, the percentage of understanding and ability to apply the technology increased by around 90-100%. Conclusion: From the extension and training activities conducted, partners have gained understanding and skills in seed coating technology using moringa leaf powder