Applied Sciences
| Open Access | ENHANCING POTATO 'ATLANTIC' GROWTH AND YIELD THROUGH SHADING NET AND OPTIMIZED WATERING INTERVALS
Supardi Mekel , Faculty of Agriculture, University of Padjadjaran, JalanRaya Bandung-Sumedang km.21, Jatinangor, West Java, IndonesiaAbstract
This study investigates the impact of shading net usage and optimized watering intervals on the growth and yield of Potato 'Atlantic'. Through field experiments conducted over multiple growing seasons, varying combinations of shading net coverage and watering frequencies were tested to assess their effects on plant development and tuber yield. The findings reveal that the application of shading net significantly mitigates heat stress and excessive sunlight exposure, leading to improved photosynthetic efficiency and overall plant growth. Additionally, optimizing watering intervals ensures adequate soil moisture levels, promoting root development and nutrient uptake. As a result, the combined approach of shading net usage and optimized watering intervals enhances the growth and yield of Potato 'Atlantic', offering promising strategies for sustainable potato cultivation in regions prone to high temperatures and water scarcity.
Keywords
Potato 'Atlantic', Shading Net, Watering Intervals
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