This project is implemented by Yayasan Kopernik on behalf of our partner who provided grant funding for this project.
Together with the coffee farmers, we are testing a tree mat made from biomaterials to minimise the growth of weeds.
Project Type
- Experimentation
Partners
THE PROBLEM
Weeds are a persistent issue frequently encountered in plantation areas. They compete with commodity plants, such as coffee plants, for nutrients and moisture, resulting in reduced yields.
Coffee farmers, including those in Pajahan, commonly tackle this problem by manually using a machete or a handheld mower to cut the weeds. However, this approach can be highly labor-intensive. Moreover, it often fails to completely eliminate the weed roots.
THE SOLUTION
We will design, develop, and test a tree mat made from biomaterials. Working closely with coffee farmers, we will conduct tests to evaluate the effectiveness of the tree mat in inhibiting weed growth. A comparison will be made between areas where the tree mat is used and areas where it is not used to assess the difference in weed growth.
THE EXPECTED IMPACT
The use of tree mats made from biomaterials can suppress the weed growth.
PROJECT COST
Type
Description
Amount
Solution & Project Implementation
Costs associated with the purchase of the solutions tested and project coordination
$7,899
Monitoring & Evaluation
Costs associated with data collection, analysis and reporting
$583
Administration Fee
Cost of transferring payments internationally, processing online donations (5%) and a contribution to Kopernik's operational costs (15%)
$4,867
Total $13,349
This project is implemented by Yayasan Kopernik on behalf of our partner who provided grant funding for this project.
