Nur Aini Alfiah, S.P., M.Si.

Lecturer and Seed Science Researcher

POLITEKNIK NEGERI JEMBER, INDONESIA

Biography

Nur Aini Alfiah is a Lecturer in Seed Production Engineering at Politeknik Negeri Jember, Indonesia. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Agronomy and Horticulture and her Master's degree in Seed Science and Technology from IPB University, Indonesia.

Her academic background and professional experience span crop production, plantation management, seed science, and agricultural research. Before pursuing an academic career, she worked in the plantation sector, gaining practical experience in agricultural production and plantation operations.

Her research interests focus on horticultural seed production, particularly crop management, reproductive biology, and pollination management to improve seed yield and physiological quality. She is especially interested in developing effective and practical approaches to hybrid seed production in cucurbit crops, including bitter gourd (Momordica charantia L.), cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.), and other horticultural species.

Through research, teaching, and collaboration with industry and farming communities, she aims to contribute to the development of improved seed production practices and support the productivity and economic well-being of horticultural seed producers.

Research Interests

• Horticultural seed production and technology

• Crop and pollination management for hybrid seed production

• Reproductive biology and seed development

• Seed physiological quality, germination, and vigor

• Sustainable and efficient seed production systems