Setting Ozonation Parameters Using the Taguchi Method to Extend the Lifetime of Tomato Fruit (Lycopersicum Esculentum Mill) to Improve Farmer Welfare Oesman Raliby Almanan, Ahsanudin Attamimi
Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Muhammadiyah University of Magelang
Abstract
Indonesia, an agricultural country with a diversity of agricultural products, including fruit, is attractive to the national economy. However, horticultural products are perishable, and susceptible to microbiological damage and post-harvest chemical contaminants. Ozonization of horticultural products is an innovative solution to overcome this problem. Experimental research using the Taguchi method aims to extend the lifetime of tomatoes, increase the economic value of agricultural products, and improve farmer welfare.
Purpose: 1. To optimize ozonation parameters in tomatoes. 2. To evaluate the effect of ozonation parameters on tomato fruit life span
Method : This research uses an experimental approach with the Taguchi method. The three main control factors identified were ozone concentration, solvent volume, and soaking duration. Each factor has several levels that will be tested systematically. Data will be collected and analyzed using statistical analysis to determine the most effective combination of parameters.
Main Finding: The main findings of this research involve identifying the optimal combination of ozonation parameters to extend the lifetime of tomato fruit. Statistical analysis will highlight the factors that most influence the quality and durability of tomatoes.
Implication: The results of this research have important implications
Keywords: Setting Paramater, Oconation, Life Time, Tomatto
