Evaluation performance of irrigation local rice from South Tapanuli

Abstract

Abstract Using new high-yielding varieties has led to increased production and availability of food, especially rice, in Indonesia. Even though it has high productivity, the popularity of consumers looking for local rice is still very high because of its taste. Apart from being long-aged, the ability of rice to only grow in specific environments causes farmers to avoid planting local rice. This research aims to evaluate the performance of irrigated rice from South Tapanuli. The research was carried out from May to August 2023 in the experimental field in Padang City, West Sumatra. Based on research results, the height of local plants is higher than the national superior varieties. Even though they have good agronomic performance, the results observed are that the generative characters of national superior varieties are better than local varieties. It was likely due to local varieties still adapting to the environment and pests and diseases to complete the life cycle.