Problem statement: There was no information about the relationship between growth parameters, such as diameter and height and tree component biomass of Khaya ivorensis plantations with different soil types. The objectives of this study were, first, to determine and compare the growth of K. ivorensis in three different (Padang Besar, Durian and Rengam) soil series of Ultisols and, second, to develop an allometric equation that estimates the biomass accumulation of the K. ivorensis plantation in three different soil series five years after planting. Approach: This study was conducted at a K. ivorensis plantation in the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) Research Station in Segamat, Johor, Malaysia. The tree height (H) and Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) were measured to evaluate the growth performance of the K. ivorensis plantation. Five sampled or trees stand of K. ivorensis in each soil series were destructively analyzed. Results: The highest growth rates in terms of MAI diameter and height, and basal area were found for the Padang Besar soil series, which was followed by the Durian and Rengam soil series. The best fit regression of site-specific equations developed from the independent variable D are recommended for estimating tree component biomass and stem volume in each site. A single allometric equation using D was applicable for the estimation of biomass and stem volume however, in Padang Besar, stem biomass and stem volume were estimated with an equation using D 2 H. The highest stem volume and biomass accumulation value were recorded at Padang Besar (77.99 m 3 h −1 and 63.16 t ha −1 , respectively), which was followed by the Durian (53.10 m 3 h −1 and 46.33t ha −1 , respectively) and Rengam soil series (43.13 m 3 h −1 and 40.96 t ha −1 , respectively). Conclusion: Differences in the growth and biomass accumulation data indicate that forest productivity of K. ivorensis was affected by different site conditions. The higher growth performance and productivity of K. ivorensis in terms of the stem volume and biomass accumulation in Padang Besar compared those in the Durian and Rengam soil series shows that the species was able to adapt to the soil characteristics of the Padang Besar soil series.

Problem statement: It is widely accepted that conversion of natural forest to other land use types leads to deterioration of soil fertility and increased soil compaction which consequently become degraded secondary forests. Degraded secondary forest is indicated by low soil fertility and organic matter due to imbalance input and output from original vegetation. Forest plantation through planting fast growing exotic species is usually implemented to curtail degradation of secondary forest or forestland and to improve the soil fertility through organic matter accumulation. However, fundamental information on degraded forestland being converted to forest plantation using exotic species such as Khaya ivorensis is not available. The objectives of this study were: (1) to characterize the properties of three degraded soils under rehabilitation using K. ivorensis; and (2) to evaluate their fertility status by Soil Fertility Index (SFI) and Soil Evaluation Factor (SEF). Approach: This study was concentrated on three soil series (Rengam, Durian and Padang Besar) found under K. ivorensis plantation and at the adjacent secondary forest in Segamat, Johor, Malaysia. To characterize and evaluate the soil fertility status for each soil series, three plots (30 x 40 m) were randomly established on each soil series. Soils for each series were sampled at the depth of 0-10 cm (surface soil) and 20-30 cm (subsurface soil). They were randomly collected at six different points for each replicate. Soil analyses were carried out physical and chemical properties. Results: The soils both in planted and secondary forests were moderately acidic to slightly acidic with low content of exchangeable bases and available P but high in Al saturation. The Rengam series under K. ivorensis plantation contained higher total carbon and clay compared with those of Padang Besar and Durian series. Clay and total carbon contents were highly correlated with the Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), indicating the potential of negative charge produced by the clay and organic playing an important role in supplying and holding plant nutrients. The SFI result revealed that soil fertility status of Rengam soil was significantly higher than the other two soil series. There was no significant difference observed for SEF. Based on SFI and SEF values, there were no significant differences of fertility status between the planted and secondary forests for both soil depths. Conclusion: This study revealed that Rengam soil is more fertile than the other two soils. Based on the using SFI and SEF it can be concluded that fast growing exotic species of K. ivorensis has the potential to improve site productivity and soil fertility

Problem statement:There is general agreement that human activities such as deforestation and land use change to other land use types have contributed to degraded secondary forests or forestland and increases the emission of greenhouse gases which ultimately led to global climate change. An establishment of forest plantation in particular is regarded as an important approach for sequestering carbon. However, limited information exists on productivity and potential of fast growth exotic and indigenous tree plantations for sequestering CO 2 from the atmosphere through photosynthesis. This study aimed at assessing the productivity and biomass accumulation along with the potential for sequestering CO 2 of planted exotic and indigenous species on degraded forestland. Approach: This study was conducted at Khaya ivorensis and Hopea odorata plantations, which was planted at the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) Research Station in Sega mat Johor, Malaysia five years ago. In order, to evaluate the forest productivity and biomass accumulation of both species, we established plots with a size of 40x30 m in three replications in each stand, followed by measuring all trees in the plots in terms of height and Diameter at Breast Height (DBH). To develop allometric equation, five representative trees at each stand were chosen for destructive sampling. Results: The growth performance in terms of mean height, DBH, annual increment of height and diameter and basal area of exotic species (K. ivorensis) was significantly higher than that of the indigenous species (H. odorata). We used the diameter alone as independent variable to estimate stem volume and biomass production of both species. The stem volume of K. ivorensis stand was 43.13 m 3 ha −1 and was significantly higher than H. odorata stands (33.66 m 3 ha −1 ).The results also showed that the K. ivorensis and H. odorata stands have the potential to absorb CO 2 from the atmosphere which was stored in aboveground biomass with value 15.90 Mg C ha −1 and 13.62 Mg C ha -1 , respectively. In addition, the carbon content in root biomass of H. odorata stand was higher than that in K. ivorensis stand with value 7.67 Mg C haand 4.58 Mg C ha −1 , respectively. Conclusion/Recommendation:The exotic (K. ivorensis) and indigenous (H. odorata) species which was planted on degraded forestland exhibited different growth rate, biomass production and ability to absorb CO 2 from the atmosphere in each part of the tree. In general, forest productivity and ability to absorb CO 2 from the atmosphere of exotics species (K. ivorensis) was higher than that indigenous species (H. odorata). These findings suggest that forest plantation productivity has been affected by species characteristics and suitability of species to site condition. Thus, to sustain high productivity with suitable species selection for carbon sequestration, these factors should be considered for future forest establishment.

Soil fertility in industrial forest plantation needs attention, because fertile soil make good growth and produce timber and others well. A study to get information on the effects of plantation of ABSTRAKPembangunan hutan tanaman industri perlu memperhatikan f aktor kesuburan tanah, karena tanah yang subur memungkinkan pohon tumbuh dan menghasilkan kayu serta produk lainnya dengan baik. Penelitian mengenai pengaruh penanaman jenis pohon hutan, seperti Agathis loranthifolia, Pinus oocarpa, Shorea platyclados, Alnus nepalensis, Toona sureni, Casuarina junghuhniana, Khaya anthotheca dan Acacia cassicarpa telah dilakukan pada tanah andosol di dataran tinggi Cikole, Jawa Barat. Pengambilan sampel tanah dilakukan di bawah tegakan yang telah berumur enam tahun pada 3 titik dan dicampur untuk dianalisa sifat kimia dan biologi tanahnya, sedangkan sifat fisik sampel diambil pada dua kedalaman O cm -15 cm dan 15 cm -30 cm dengan menggunakan ring sampel. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pH tanah di bawah tegakan umumnya masam sama dengan kondisi awal, kecuali untuk jenis S. platyclados sangat masam. Kandungan bahan organik, unsur hara makro dan kapasitas tukar kation pada umumnya sama, sehingga penanaman jenis dapat menstabilkan kondisi tanah. Tekstur tanah setelah penanaman lempung liat berdebu, kecuali T. sureni yang menjadi liat, sedangkan pengaruhnya terhadap porositas, berat jenis dan air tersedia berpengaruh positif. Selain itu, penanaman dapat meningkatkan jurnlah mikroorganisme, jumlah fungi dan respirasi di dalam tanah yang berdampak positif terhadap kesuburan tanah.Kata kunci: Kesuburan tanah, penanaman, pohon hutan, tanah andosol 155

The people of NTT, especially the Timor region, have still maintained their customs for generations. The use of natural dyes has also been increased to reduce environmental pollution due to the use of synthetic dyes that have the potential to contain heavy metals. There are more than 30,000 - 40,000 plant species in Indonesia and 150 of them are plants that can produce natural dyes. Indigofera spp. is a kind of natural blue plant. The problem faced in the use of plants as natural dyes is the availability of raw materials. So far, Timorese only harvest Indigofera spp which grows naturally from the environment around the house or in the nearby forest so that it cannot meet the needs on an industrial scale. This study aims to conduct cultivation techniques of 2 species of Indigofera and postharvest techniques to get the optimal blue color. The seeds used are the result of exploration from plants in Bosen, NTT and plant collections available at BPPTH Nursery, Nagrak, Bogor; Indigofera suffruticosa and Indigofera sp. The planting technique uses a completely randomized design (CRD) with 2 factors (2 species, 4 doses of humus). Each treatment combination consists of 3 replications. For postharvest techniques for making indigo paste using completely randomized design (CRD) with 2 levels of lime concentration. I. sufruticosa much better growth by adding humus at a dose of 1500 g/tree shows better branch improvement. For postharvest soaking techniques, it is enough to do 24 hours with the addition of 4% lime concentration.

A strategy that has the potential to contribute to the achievement of the targets established under SDG 8 (“Decent Work and Economic Growth”) involves the development of sustainable tourism to create productive job and livelihood opportunities and to promote local culture and products. In the province of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), Indonesia, ikat weaving is an integral part of the cultural heritage of the region, with ikat characterized by unique design motives and the use of natural dyes. Unfortunately, in some areas, the use of natural dyes is diminishing as a result of competition with synthetic dyes and the limited availability of raw materials, particularly for the production of blue dye. The development of Indigofera spp. to produce natural, plant-based blue dye has significant potential to contribute to community incomes and employment. This study outlines a strategy for developing the use of Indigofera spp. as a natural dye and describes its potential for contributing to community incomes, especially on Timor Island, NTT. The study shows that weavers currently use indigo plants that grow naturally in gardens and yards. Although the community has a tradition of using these plants, informed by local wisdom, to develop the cultivation and processing of this plant through the application of the appropriate techniques, including innovative approaches to producing indigo paste, could enable the development of Indigofera spp. cultivation on a larger scale. The study shows that the availability of suitable land is high (±370 thousand ha), with 80% of the suitable land being categorized as critical. The study proposes a development based on the analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to assess the manner in which these opportunities could be leveraged with the support and participation of local communities and other stakeholders by leveraging the culture and wisdom of the community regarding the use of Indigofera spp.

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