Adaptive technology for soybean varieties cultivation in dry season

Abstract

Abstract Rainfed lowland is a potential physical resource for soybean development to increase the cropping index. The study aimed to optimize the rainfed paddy fields by introducing a package which has several recommended technologies in a limited amount of water condition. The study was conducted in Sanca Village, Gantar District, Indramayu Regency from July to September 2019. The treatment was a recommended technologies package in soybean farming. The observed variables were plant height and number of branches in three growth phases, namely vegetative phase, flowering phase and maturing phase. The yield components were also observed. The collected data were analyzed by using t-test with technical cultivation of farmers’ ways as a comparison. The results showed that the recommended technology package for soybean cultivation in the dry season produced higher soybean productivity (1.25 t ha−1). Cultivation of soybeans in the dry season in rainfed lowland areas must pay attention to the suitability of varieties and availability of water sources in an effort to achieve optimal production.