Peluang Besar Usaha Di Desa Produksi Minyak Atsiri Sereh Wangi Kaya Manfaat

The citronella distillation industry is a business that is highly suitable for development in rural areas and can also boost the rural economy. It can be operated by groups or independently. Citronella oil is a commodity in the agribusiness sector that has a good market and strong competitiveness in international markets. The first harvest of citronella leaves occurs when the plants are six months old, with subsequent harvests occurring every three months. Average fresh citronella leaf production can reach 20 tons/ha/year during the first and second harvests in the first year, with a yield of 60 tons/ha in the fourth year with four harvests. There is no need to plant new seedlings for five years. In fact, with proper care, citronella can be productive for up to ten years.