Abstract:The intensive use of synthetic chemical pesticides in agriculture has led to various negative impacts on the environment and human health, as well as increased pest resistance. As an alternative, plant-based pesticides (botanical…
botanical insecticides) have shown potential due to their eco-friendly and sustainable nature. This study aims to review the effectiveness of soursop (Annona muricata) leaf extract as a botanical pesticide against the gray caterpillar (Spodoptera litura) on mustard plants (Brassica juncea), using a literature review method. Data were collected through a systematic search of accredited national and international scientific journals, then analyzed descriptively and comparatively. The findings indicate that soursop leaves contain bioactive compounds such as acetogenins, flavonoids, and saponins, which act as stomach poisons, antifeedants, and repellents to S. litura. Several studies reported that extracts from Annona spp. leaves and seeds effectively inhibit larval growth, reduce feeding activity, damage digestive tissues, and lead to larval death. This effectiveness highlights the potential of soursop leaves as a safe and efficient candidate for botanical pesticide development. The study also identifies a research gap regarding field-scale testing on mustard plants, suggesting the need for further agronomic validation.
Abstract:The large-scale exploitation of nature currently occurring in Indonesia reflects a crisis of spirituality among modern humans in their understanding and treatment of nature. The loss of sacred awareness of nature as God's…
s creation has led to an exploitative, rather than participatory, relationship between humans and nature. This study aims to examine the connection between the exploitation of nature and spiritual decadence, as well as how Islamic values can provide a relevant and transformative ecological ethical framework. The method used is a qualitative study with a literature review approach, involving critical analysis of Islamic texts and spiritual ecology theories from thinkers such as Seyyed Hossein Nasr and Roy A. Rappaport. The results of the study show that Islamic principles such as Tawhid, Khilafah, Amanah, and Shari'ah have strong potential to shape spiritual-based ecological awareness. Additionally, rituals in traditional and religious communities also function as ecological and moral mechanisms. In conclusion, the reconstruction of Islamic spiritual values in an environmental context is essential to address contemporary ecological crises, particularly in Indonesia.
Abstract:This study aims to evaluate the strategic development of the government grant program for goat farming groups in Kediri Regency through a SWOT analysis approach. The program, launched in 2022, serves as an economic empowerment…
erment initiative to support small-scale farmers by increasing livestock populations and improving rural welfare. Data were collected using a descriptive quantitative method through in-depth interviews with program managers and grant recipients, supported by direct field observations. The Internal Factor Evaluation (IFE) and External Factor Evaluation (EFE) matrices were used to determine the program’s strategic position, while the Cartesian SWOT diagram identified the appropriate development quadrant. The results show that the program is situated in Quadrant II, indicating strong internal conditions but significant external threats. With IFE and EFE scores of 2.9252 and 3,1333 respectively, the analysis suggests that the program should implement Strength–Threat (S-T) strategies, including consistent quarterly reporting, increased technical staff, and public reinforcement of the program’s catalytic function. These findings are expected to guide the formulation of more effective strategies for sustainable livestock empowerment in Kediri Regency.
Abstract:Pain in breast cancer is one of the most common and significant problems experienced by patients. If not properly managed, the impact of breast cancer pain can lead to increased morbidity and a diminished quality of life.…
. This study aims to determine the effect of Benson relaxation on pain levels in breast cancer patients. A quantitative research method was employed using a pre-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design. The sample consisted of 17 patients selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). The average pain score of respondents during the first measurement (pre-test) was 6.12, and during the second measurement (post-test) it decreased to 3.12. The difference in average pain levels between the first and second measurements showed a reduction of 3.00 points. The statistical test results revealed an Asymp. Sig (2-tailed) p-value of 0.000, indicating a significant effect of Benson relaxation on reducing pain in breast cancer patients. Benson relaxation can significantly help lower pain levels after therapy. This relaxation technique plays an important role by inhibiting sympathetic nerve activity, which in turn reduces oxygen consumption by the body and relaxes the muscles, leading to a sense of calm and comfort.
Abstract:This study aims to develop an instrument to assess the effectiveness of a religious character education program in addressing the moral degradation of students. The research employs a development model (research and design)…
gn) based on primary data collected through a questionnaire consisting of 20 statements aligned with 10 indicators of character education. These indicators include understanding religious values, internalization of values, honesty, responsibility, tolerance, consistency in religious attitudes, social care, discipline in spiritual relationships, and satisfaction with the program. The research instrument uses a rating scale ranging from 1 to 5 and is validated by three education experts from the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP). The sample consists of 25 first-semester students from the 2024-2025 academic year, class 1A of the Agribusiness Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Untirta. Data analysis includes content validity testing using Aiken’s V formula and intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) for reliability testing. Empirical validity testing employs product moment analysis, and reliability testing uses Cronbach's alpha, analyzed using SPSS version 23. The findings reveal that: (1) Based on the content validity test, out of 20 statement items, 16 items demonstrate very high validity, and 4 items show 2 high validity, with an average content validity score of 1.000, interpreted as very high. The reliability test using intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) yields an average measure of 0.971, indicating excellent instrument reliability. (2) From the empirical test results, out of 20 items, 19 items are valid, and 1 item is invalid, with a Cronbach's alpha value of 0.853 (>0.7), confirming the instrument's reliability. Therefore, the validated questionnaire consisting of 20 items is deemed suitable for measuring the effectiveness of the religious character education program
Abstract:This study aims to measure the level of effectiveness of the campaign equipment (APK) of legislative candidates in the 2024 general election campaign with the object of East Java province. To create a positive image to attract…
ttract voters, visual campaign equipment is used, namely banners, billboards, social media and so on as regulated in the General Election Commission Regulation (PKPU). So that the campaign program of each legislative candidate is very important to evaluate the effectiveness of the campaign equipment. Data collection was carried out by purposive sampling. The researcher conducted a validity test of the questions before distributing the questionnaire. After the data was collected, the data was analyzed quantitatively using the EPIC model analysis with 12 indicators. The questionnaire has been tested for validity and reliability and scaled according to the Likert rule (1-5). Then tabulation was carried out on the respondents' answers to then be averaged and applied through the EPIC diagram. The calculation results showed that two dimensions, namely the Persuasion and Communication dimensions, got a value of 3.22 and 3.14 in the effective criteria and the next two variables, namely Empathy and Impact, got a value of 3.48 and 3.47 in the effective criteria. Of the various indicators, the question with the lowest value was about the legislative candidate's promise with a score of 3.01, considering that political promises are the most vulnerable things to prospective voters and influence the next election.
Abstract:The results of the study show that the six independent variables, namely: Entry Variable (ENT), Long-Distance Transportation (TJJ), Tourism Promotion (PW), Short-Distance Transportation (TJD), Hospitality (HOS) and Supporting…
rting Infrastructure (IP) together contribute an influence of 60.30 % on the decision of foreign tourists to visit the Province of East Nusa Tenggara. There are three variables that have a positive and significant influence on the choice of tourists to NTT, namely the ENT variable, TJJ and the PW variable; while the other three variables have no significant influence, namely, TJD , HOS and IP . For domestic tourists, Simultaneously, the five independent variables contribute 87.3% of the influence on the decision of domestic tourists to visit the Province of East Nusa Tenggara. However, partially, TJJ and PW have a significant effect, while TJD , HOS and IP have no significant effect on the choice of domestic tourists to visit the Province of East Nusa Tenggara. industry business before the preparation and implementation of Sail Komodo, shows that both additional investment, additional workforce , tourist visits, additional length of stay and income/turnover of business actors are in the low category. The condition of tourism business actors during the preparation, during and after the implementation of Sail Komodo shows a rapid increase. The three main variables that experienced a rapid increase during the preparation, during the implementation and after the implementation of Sail Komodo are additional tourist visits , additional turnover/ income and additional tourist stay time. Before the implementation of Sail Komodo, the environmental security conditions at tourist locations in NTT were already in the moderate category , compared to other variables that were in the low category . The condition of tourist locations during preparation, during implementation and after the implementation of Sail Komodo were in the moderate category except for additional electricity supply which was in the low category.
Abstract:This research aims to see the effect big five personality to happiness to students from Maluku in Malang. The research subjects were 32 people who were students from Maluku and were studying in the city of Malang, aged 19…
9 - 27 years. The research instrument uses a Likert scale, namely Big Five Inventory (BFI) to measure big five personality And Oxford Happiness Questionnaire (OHQ) to measure happiness. After testing, the results obtained were not significant (sig = 0.130>0.05), which means that big five personality does not affect happiness to students from Maluku in Malang. Apart from that, the role percentage big five personality in influencing happiness only 7.5%, while the rest is influenced by other factors.
Abstract:This study aims to see the Achievement Orientation, Task Characteristics towards Teacher Job Satisfaction through Leadership Models. The usefulness of this study is to enrich the scientific paradigm in the field of Islamic…
ic Education Management, especially the study of Human Resource Management. This study is a quantitative study with a survey method. The population of the study was the entire Academic Community at the State of Madrasah Tsanawiyah in Riau Province. The sample of this study amounted to 77 respondents who were taken using the Purposive Sampling technique. A questionnaire with a Likert scale was used as an instrument. Data were analyzed using path analysis.The results include; 1). Achievement Orientation (X1) has a direct effect on the Leadership Models (X3) by 6%. 2). Task Characteristics X2) has a direct effect on the Leadership Models (X3) by 10%. 3). Achievement Orientation (X1) and Task Characteristics (X2) simultaneously have a direct effect on the Leadership Models (X3) by 12%. 4). Achievement Orientation (X1) has a direct effect on Teacher Job Satisfaction (X4) of 18%. 5). Task Characteristics (X2) has a direct effect on Teacher Job Satisfaction (X4) of 4%. 6). Achievement Orientation (X1), Task Characteristics (X2), simultaneously have a direct effect on Teacher Job Satisfaction (X4) of 18%. 7). Leadership Models (X3) has a direct effect on Teacher Job Satisfaction (X4) of 3%. 8). Achievement Orientation (X1), Task Characteristics (X2), and Leadership Models (X3) together (simultaneously) have a direct effect on Teacher Job Satisfaction (X4) of 19%. 9). Achievement Orientation (X1) has a direct effect on Teacher Job Satisfaction (X4) through Leadership Models (X3) of 18%. 10). Task Characteristics (X2) has a direct effect on Teacher Job Satisfaction (X4) through Leadership Models (X3) of 3%. The conclusion of this study is that Achievement Orientation, Task Characteristics, and Leadership Models can affect Teacher Job Satisfaction. And it can be explained that the Leadership Models, in addition to being an exogenous variable, is also able to play its role as an intervening variable. The implication is that the better the relationship between Achievement Orientation, Task Characteristics, and Leadership Models, the higher the Teacher Job Satisfaction.
Abstract:This study aims to determine the direct and indirect influence of the variables of Inclusivity, Work Life Balance, and Job Satisfaction. Work Life Balance as an intervening variable. The method used is a quantitative descriptive…
criptive approach with a purposive sampling technique, namely sampling with criteria that have been determined by the researcher. The data collection method uses a questionnaire with interval scale measurements and uses 120 respondents as a sample. For data analysis, model tests were used using the Smart PLS analysis tool. The results of this study show that inclusivity has a significant influence on work-life balance and job satisfaction directly, and it is found that work-life balance has a significant role in mediating between inclusivity and job satisfaction