ULM: Minimal Supporting Infrastructure in Swampy Field

Tanjung, South Kalimantan 1/12 (AntaranewsKalsel) - A research team from the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Lambung Mangkurat (ULM) Banjarbaru in their studies assessing infrastructure in swampy areas of Ampukung Village, Sub-district of Kelua, Tabalong, still minimal.

"The infrastructure, such as roads and bridges to swampy areas is not sufficient, whereas its  development should be supported with facilities and infrastructure," said Dean of ULM Faculty of Agriculture Lutfi in Tanjung, Thursday.

Luthfi, together with members of the research team of swampy area development, delivered this in front of Tabalong Regent Anang Syakhfiani.

In addition to infrastructure, he said, the development of swampy areas in the district should also be supported by local farmers in order to increase local rice production.

Lutfi added through development of swampy areas in the southern region of Tabalong, it is expected to improve the welfare of farmers.

Meanwhile, based on the study of the technical aspects of cultivation wide range of agricultural crops in the area is 1,300 hectares and some 1,200 hectares have been utilized in shifts.

With the number of 562 farmers and 60 workers, said Lutfi, is a potential enough if swampy land is developed optimally.

Regent Tabalong said the study of the ULM research team could be a reference for local governments to develop swampy land in the Ampukung village.

"We want swampy areas in the South region of Tabalong can be optimized again as agricultural land, so as to improve rice production and the welfare of farmers," said Anang.