Response of Growth and Production of Red Ginger (Zingiber Officinale Rubrum Rosc.) to the Use of Compost as a Planting Media

Abstract

Red ginger is a prima donna medicinal plant during this COVID-19 pandemic, because it can help the body's immunity. For this reason, a cultivation method that can increase production is needed. This study aims to see the effect of using compost on the production of red ginger plants. The study was conducted in April 2021 until it was completed. The results showed that the production of red ginger using oil palm empty fruit bunch compost media was higher than other compost media. Keywords: Production, Red Ginger, COVID-19.