Analysis of land suitability for rubber plantations in Sembawa District, Banyuasin Regency, Indonesia

Abstract

Abstract Rubber cultivation will be productive if it is planted on suitable land. This study analyzes land suitability for rubber plantations in Sembawa District, Banyuasin Regency. The research uses the land suitability evaluation method, with a matching analysis between land characteristics and the requirements for growing rubber plants. The research sample was obtained from the overlay of rainfall maps, slope maps, and soil maps, so six research samples were obtained. The research sample was then analyzed in the laboratory. The analysis results matched the criteria for growing rubber plants, then scored. Interpretation of research results starting from class (S1) is very suitable, class (S2) is moderate suitable, class (S3) is marginally suitable, and class (N) is not suitable. The results showed two categories of land suitability for rubber plantations in Sembawa District: very suitable (S1) and class suitable (S2). Each region has different characteristics, so in maximizing land use, it is necessary to identify the limiting factors for each suitability parameter and management by regional characteristics and improve the limiting factors that can be increased.