Komposisi Botani, Produksi Biomass, Kapasitas Tampung Hijauan di UPT. Tigan Sejahtera, Tuban

Abstract

Pastures with a free range system using forage planting patterns are an alternative as a provider of animal feed. The aim of the research is to identify the botanical composition, estimate biomass production, and the carrying capacity of grazing fields managed by UPT. Tigan Sejahtera by taking forage samples from 3 grazing fields. Fresh forage samples were collected at 3 different sampling points in each paddock using metered quadrant plates measuring 0.5x0.5 m. Fresh samples are weighed and then sorted by plant species to identify the botanical composition. The sample is then mixed again, to be dried. The parameters measured include forage mass production, botanical composition, and carrying capacity. The results of the research show that there are 6 types of species that grow in pastures, namely 4 gramineae, 1 leguminosae and 1 type of weed. The average mass production of forage in fresh form is around 25.66 t/year, and forage in dry form ranges from 19.24 t/year, with a carrying capacity of 6.58 AU/