MODAL Rp. 10.000, LEBIH HEMAT DARI ASAM HUMAT. MAU.?? MEMBUAT BIOTRON / BIOCHAR AKTIF PENYUBUR TANAH

Summary

This video guides viewers through the creation of Biotron, an enriched biochar beneficial for agriculture. It highlights the significant advantages of organic carbon, including improved soil structure, nutrient retention, enhanced microbial activity, and water conservation. The tutorial details simple steps for preparing Biotron using activated charcoal and nutrient solutions, emphasizing the importance of soaking and rinsing processes for optimal results. By the end, viewers are equipped with practical knowledge to produce and apply Biotron effectively, promoting healthier crops and sustainable farming practices.

Takeaways

• 😀 Biotron is made from humic acid and activated carbon, providing essential benefits to soil health.
• 🌱 It contains 70-80% carbon, improving soil structure and nutrient retention.
• 💧 Organic carbon helps retain water, crucial for plants during dry seasons.
• 🌿 The production of biotron involves easy steps using locally available materials.
• ⚗️ Charcoal can be made from wood, rice husk, or coconut shell, making it versatile.
• 🔄 The activation process includes soaking charcoal in a calcium hydroxide solution to enhance its properties.
• 🧂 A salt solution is used for final activation, improving the charcoal's nutrient absorption capability.
• 💡 Nutrients can be added to biotron using organic liquid fertilizers and beneficial microorganisms.
• 🌍 Biotron helps suppress soil pathogens, promoting healthier plant growth.
• 🌾 Application rates vary: 20-50g for horticulture and a 4:1 ratio for staple crops.

Q & A

What is humic acid and how does it relate to biotron?

Humic acid is a natural organic substance formed from the decomposition of organic materials. Biotron is a processed form of charcoal that is enriched with nutrients, similar to humic acid, and serves to enhance soil health.

What are the main components of biotron?

Biotron primarily consists of activated charcoal that contains 70-80% carbon, which has been enhanced with nutrients and beneficial microbes.

How is humic acid produced?

Humic acid is produced naturally over long periods through the decomposition of organic material.

What are the five key benefits of organic carbon mentioned in the video?

1. Improves soil structure and porosity, 2. Increases cation exchange capacity, 3. Enhances microbial activity, 4. Suppresses soil-borne pathogens, 5. Aids in water retention.

What materials are needed to make biotron?

You will need charcoal (wood, rice husk, or coconut shell), a calcium hydroxide solution, salt (NaCl), and organic liquid fertilizer, along with optional trichoderma.

What is the purpose of using calcium hydroxide in the biotron production process?

Calcium hydroxide is used to adjust the pH of the solution to a high level, which is necessary for the activation of the charcoal.

How long should the charcoal be soaked in the calcium hydroxide solution?

The charcoal should be soaked for approximately 48 hours to ensure proper activation.

What is the recommended ratio for mixing biotron with other fertilizers for field crops?

For field crops, it is recommended to mix biotron with conventional fertilizers at a ratio of 4:1.

What steps should be taken after soaking the charcoal in salt solution?

After soaking in the salt solution for 1-2 hours, the charcoal should be drained and rinsed again to remove any residual salt.

How can biotron be applied to potted plants?

For potted plants, biotron can be mixed into the potting media at a ratio of 2% to improve soil quality.