Microclimate Modification in Lowland Beetroot Cultivation Using Arachis pintoi as a Living Biomulchs

Fajriani, Sisca; Kurniawan, Andi; Pramoedyo, Henny; Maghfoer, Moch. Dawam

doi:10.17503/agrivita.v48i3.5263

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Microclimate Modification in Lowland Beetroot Cultivation Using Arachis pintoi as a Living Biomulchs

AGRIVITA, Journal of Agricultural Science · Vol. 48 No. 3 (2026) · pp. 669–679

DOI: 10.17503/agrivita.v48i3.5263
ISSN: 2477-8516, 0126-0537
Published: 2026-09-28
Publisher: Faculty of Agriculture University of Brawijaya in collaboration with PERAGI
Language: eng
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0

Abstract

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) has potential as a functional horticultural crop for lowland production; however, its productivity is constrained by high root-zone temperature, intense radiation, and soil-moisture fluctuations. A field experiment using a split-plot design with three replications was conducted from September to November 2022 at Agrotechno Park Jatikerto, Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia. The main-plot factor was the planting time of Arachis pintoi, consisting of three levels: 4 weeks before beetroot transplanting, 2 weeks before beetroot transplanting, and simultaneous planting with beetroot. The subplot factor was A. pintoi spacing, consisting of 5 × 20, 5 × 15, and 5 × 10 cm. Planting time significantly affected vegetative growth and yield components, whereas spacing mainly influenced total soluble solids and soil microclimate. Significant interactions were observed for storage-root fresh weight, soil temperature, and soil moisture. The highest storage-root fresh weight was obtained from simultaneous planting at 5 × 20 cm, reaching 285.09 g plant⁻¹. Conversely, 5 × 10 cm spacing reduced soil temperature to 24.79 °C and maintained soil moisture up to 75.83%, but did not produce the highest yield. These findings indicate a trade-off between microclimate improvement and crop yield performance, consistent with potential competition from the living biomulch.

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Tatik Wardiyati	Affiliation unknown	4
abu bakar sambah	Affiliation unknown	3
Nurul Aini	Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kendari	3
Nunun Barunawati	University of Brawijaya	3
asep awaludin prihanto	Affiliation unknown	2
Ani Budi Astuti	University of Brawijaya	2
Wigbertus Ngabu	University of Brawijaya	2
Suci Astutik	University of Brawijaya	2
Agus Suryanto	State University of Semarang	2
Mudji Santosa	Affiliation unknown	2
Yekti Sri Rahayu	Affiliation unknown	2
Abd. Aziz Amin	Affiliation unknown	2
Umbu Paru Lowu Dawa	Affiliation unknown	2
Rinda Lolita Melanwati	University of Brawijaya	1
Eni Sumarminingsih	University of Brawijaya	1
Ardiansyah Kurniawan	Affiliation unknown	1
Suci Puspita Sari	Affiliation unknown	1
Euis Asriani	Affiliation unknown	1
Danang Ariyanto	Universitas Negeri Surabaya	1
Novi Nur Aini	University of Brawijaya	1
Rahma Fitriani	University of Brawijaya	1
Achmad Efendi	University of Brawijaya	1
Fachri Faisal	University of Bengkulu	1
Atiek Iriany	University of Brawijaya	1
Sativandi Riza	University of Brawijaya	1
Suci Astutik urul Atiqah Romli	Affiliation unknown	1
Agus Yarcana	University of Brawijaya	1
Elok Pratiwi	University of Brawijaya	1
Fahimah Fauwziyah	University of Brawijaya	1
Kartika Yurlisa	Affiliation unknown	1
Wiwin Sumiya D.Y.	Affiliation unknown	1
Paramyta Nila Permanasari	Affiliation unknown	1
Refin Satrio	Affiliation unknown	1
Norry Eka Palupi	Affiliation unknown	1
Didik Hariyono	Affiliation unknown	1
Asep A. Prihanto	Affiliation unknown	1

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