Effect of Applying Organic Fertilizer to Tobacco Leaves on the Quality and Taste of Cigarettes

Abstract

Tobacco production is a significant industry worldwide, and the quality of tobacco leaves is a crucial factor in determining the taste and quality of cigarettes. The use of synthetic fertilizers in tobacco production has been the traditional method for providing nutrients to tobacco plants. However, the use of synthetic fertilizers can have harmful effects on human health and the environment. In recent years, organic fertilizers have emerged as an alternative method that offers numerous benefits, including improved soil quality, enhanced nutrient content in tobacco leaves and reduced harmful chemicals. This paper aims to explore the impact of applying organic fertilizers to tobacco leaves on the quality and taste of cigarettes and to compare the benefits of organic fertilizers with those of synthetic fertilizers. The impact is analyzed by applying organic fertilizers to tobacco leaves on the taste and quality of cigarettes, sensory evaluation tests, and chemical analysis. These sensory evaluation test can provide data on the flavor, aroma, and chemical composition of cigarettes produced with organic and synthetic fertilizers. Then hypothesis testing is conducted to identify the significance of the organic fertilizers in improving the quality and taste of cigarettes produced from tobacco leaves grown with organic fertilizers versus synthetic fertilizers.