Evaluation of the growth and yield of true shallot seed on the application of two technology packages during two planting seasons in Central Sulawesi

Abstract

Abstract True shallot seed (TSS) considered to be used due to their technical and economis feasibility. The aim of the study was to evaluate the growth and yield productivity of TSS and shallot bulbs generated from TSS. The study was conducted in Kotarindau Village, Dolo District, Sigi Regency, Central Sulawesi. The seeds was planted on dry lowland area. The experiment was arranged using a Randomized Block Design with two treatments, namely the Introduction Technology Package and Farmer Technology Package during two planting seasons. Each treatment was repeated 13 times. Parameter observed were the growth and yield of shallot. The data obtained were analyzed using the T test. The results showed that the Introduction Technology Package had a significant effect on several components of shallot growth and yield compare with the Farmer’s package in the first (using seeds) and the second season (using bulbs). In the second planting season, the number of bulbs was 7-9 times higher than in the first planting season, and the productivity was 2-3 times higher. We can conclude that the shallot bulbs harvested from the seeds have the opportunity to be used as a source of seeds for the next planting season.