SYAFIQAH KACAK: FPA200 REPORT (MARCH- AUGUST 2023/2024)

FPA200 REPORT: FIELDWORK III

SYAFIQAH SAHIRA BINTI SAIDI (2023103831)

M3AT1103D

WEEKLY REPORT
DATE	10 Mei 2024
WEEK	7
PLACE	Farm Management Unit, UiTM Melaka Kampus Jasin. MELIPONINI PLOT, LADANG ANGKAT.
DETAILS INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION	For week 7, we discussed the factors of oil palm price that have been increasing for the past few years with the Sekretariat Mahasiswa Fakulti (SMF). There are a few factors which are fertilizers cost increase limiting oil palm production. Next, insufficient labor leads to delays in harvesting and processing, impacting overall input. Lastly, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), weak global demand for edible oil has resulted in a significant decline in major vegetable oil prices in January 2024.
OBJECTIVE(S)	Exposing university students to the latest news or updates in their industry helps them stay up to date on advancements, trends, and developments in their field of study. This allows them to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications, improving their comprehension and readiness for future careers.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT	Boot Glove Straw hat Wheelbarrow Scooping basket Plastic rake Hand trowel Mini fertilizer spreader Shovel Soil Organic matter (chicken dung)
NATURE OF WORK DONE
TIME	ACTIVITY
6.30 am- 8.00 am	Gathered at parking space next to Blok Kuliah Ticked the attendance Warmed up We sing Negaraku, Wawasan Setia Warga UiTM and Planters song Prayer recitation by part 2 student Listened to useful information shared by Sekretariat Mahasiswa Fakulti Perladangan dan Agroteknologi (SMF FPA) Prepared and brought equipment needed at Ladang Angkat. Started to do land clearing at the Meliponini Plot. Consulted with Encik Aminul regarding growing media which is we needed soil, sand and organic matter with ratio 3:2:1 Cleaned the plot. Prepared tools and equipment to set up the plot. Transferred growing media from store to our plot.
9.30 am	Break
10.00 am	Continued transferring organic matter (chicken dung) from the store. Gathered all the tools we have been using and washed them before returning them.
11.00 am	Completed the task and end of the class
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A soil composition of three parts soil, two parts sand, and one-part organic matter is commonly recommended for a variety of reasons. Soil provides the structure that allows plant roots to anchor and grow, whereas sand improves drainage and aeration, preventing waterlogging and compaction. Organic matter, such as compost or decomposed plant material, provides essential nutrients to the soil while also improving its moisture retention ability. This ratio creates a balanced environment for plant growth by encouraging healthy root development, optimal water retention, and nutrient availability, resulting in thriving and productive plants.