A training on the manufacture of abscisic acid hormone (ABA) plant growth inhibitors during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract

The motivation of State Senior High School 5 Tuban students in the learning process has declined drastically, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, basic competence in Biology, including the use of plant growth materials to solve common problems, appears very minimal. Therefore, the training on the manufacture of "Absicic Acid Hormone (ABA)" plant growth inhibitors was conducted using simple and inexpensive substances. The activity commenced with COVID-19 awareness, followed by the ABA production, evaluation and mentoring. The results showed that the participants were very enthusiastic about the training (92.91%). Furthermore, the study also succeeded in increasing ABA knowledge and skills from 31.11-62.74%.