The Influence of Cultivation Techniques on Oyster Mushroom Production in Palangka Raya, Central Kalimantan Province, Indonesia

Abstract

Currently in Palangka Raya mushroom cultivation is increasing, and  the more farmers are interested in doing so as the demand for mushroom products is still high and has not been met despite the decline from year to year. Differences in cultivation techniques at several stages will affect the yields of mushroom. The research was to determine the effect of cultivation techniques on oyster mushroom production at several mushroom farmers in Palangka Raya, it was carried out from March to April 2024. Observations and interviews were conducted to obtain information regarding data on land area, shelf mushrooms, humidity and temperature, watering, mushroom production, and other supporting data. Technical factors, technology for cultivating oyster mushrooms in Palangka Raya carried out by mushroom farmers are a). Providing additional nutrition once a week and watering the baglog will increase mushroom production one to two times than usual, b). Watering 2-3 times a day can reduce heat in the house and encourage mold growth. Strong motivation is one of the non-technical factors that can increase oyster mushroom production.