A Study of the Suitability of Subsoiler Process for Pineapple Planting in Ban Kha Subdistrict, Ban Kha District, Ratchaburi Province
Article Sidebar
Main Article Content
Abstract
Hard soil has a soil texture that is compacted parallel to the soil surface, with a depth that varies from area to area, affecting plant growth and yield. This research aimed to study the process and development of the innovation of subsoiler for pineapple planting in Ban Ka Subdistrict by using the process of participatory action research (PAR) and demonstration field. The sample group of 100 stakeholders was selected by purposive sampling methods. The data were collected by using questionnaires and participatory activities. The statistics used for data analysis were frequency, percentage, mean, and descriptive content. The results showed that tillage was the main process that all farmers implemented, but the tillage tools were different, with an average cost per rai of 2,400 - 3,889.65 baht and an average total area of 1,296.55 baht/rai. The subsoiler innovations for pineapple planting in Ban Kha Subdistrict consisted of 2 models: 1) Using a 2-legged ripper (leg spacing of 50 centimeters) 4 times along the X and Y axes at a depth of 50 centimeters. This model was suitable for steep areas with a layer of rocks underground. The cost was 901.15 baht/rai higher than the traditional tilling process. 2) Using a 3-legged ripper (leg spacing of 20 centimeters) 2 times along the X and Y axes at a depth of 50 centimeters. This model was suitable for areas with a gentle slope and a small layer of rocks underground. The cost was 367.82 baht/rai higher than the traditional tilling process. In terms of efficiency, it was found that costs of various processes could be reduced, including weed control processes, yield maintenance, and plot watering processes by an average of 1,100 baht/rai/1 production cycle. The models increased underground water storage, balanced the root system, reduced the skilled workers, increased income, reduced chemical substance utilization, and increased water retention between the leaves.
Article Details
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
King Mongkut's Agricultural Journal
References
Changeraja, S., Changjeraja, R., Chomsri, N., KhaoSumeru, Y., & Sritontip, C. (2019). Efficiency Increasing on Fresh Consumption Pineapple. MDD GROUP CO., LTD. (in Thai).
Chotklang, A., & Saikeow, S. (2023). A Study of the Suitability of Subsoiler Process for Pineapple Planting in BanKha Subdistrict, Ban Kha District, Ratchaburi Province. Research and Development Institute Chombueng Village Rajabhat University. (in Thai).
Horticultural Research Institute. (2017). Quality Management in the Supply Chain of Pineapple. Department of Agriculture. (in Thai).
Khaehanchanpong, Y., Trykorntong, P., Sukjun, U., & Senanarong A. (2017). Subsoiler attached to medium-size tractor for sugarcane plantation. Thai Agricultural Research Journal, 35(1), 91-99. (in Thai).
Lertkrai, V. (2016). Subsoiler Process. Agricultural Land Reform Office. (in Thai).
Neerapattanakun, D. (2021). The study on costs of pineapple plantation byapplying the activity-based costing in Khao Khantong Subdistrict, Sriracha District, Chonburi Province. Journal Srinakharinwirot Research and Development Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 13(25), 37-48. (in Thai).
Netsangsee, R. (2022). A model for developing competence and supply chain collaboration to build competitiveness of pineapple farmers in loei province. Journal of Logistics and Supply Chain College, 8(2), 112-125. (in Thai).
Pokaisawan, C., & Jawaut, N. (2022). Cultivation of bankah pineapples based on geographical indications. Dhonburi Rajabhat University Journal, 16(2), 213-225. (in Thai).
Ratchaburi Provincial Agriculture. (2023). Pineapple Production and Marketing 2/2023. Ratchaburi Provincial Agriculture Office. (in Thai).
Sribunkhum, A., Kunta, K., & Arunyawat, S. (2021). Factors affecting the land use change in Lam Dom Yai Subwatershed. Burapha Science Journal, 26(3), 1777-1795. (in Thai).
Vorapitirangsree, V., Jaipin, P., Mameaw, S., Vorapitirangsree, S., & Sritontip C. 2019. Effect of water deficit at various growth stages on quality and yield of pineapple cv. phulae. Thai Agricultural Research Journal, 37(3), 265-271. (in Thai).
Wichian, W., & Leknoi, U. (2022). Lesson learned of using the vetiver grass to solve hard and compact soil for agriculture: case study of villages around the Huaysaicenter, Cha-am District, Phetchaburi. Journal of MCU Nakhondhat, 9(11), 30-45. (in Thai).
