The Effect of Neem (Azadirachta indica) Coated Urea Fertilizer against NH4+ and NO3- Concentration in Clay Loam Soil Texture

The study aims to determine the level NH4+ and NO3- in the soil with clay loam texture with addition neem coated urea fertilizer. This study was conducted in Experimental Farm of Biology Faculty of Mathematic and Natural Science Makassar State University and Laboratory of Assessment Institute for Agriculture Technology in Maros. This research was an experimental study using a Completely Randomized Design (CDR) with five treatments are control, urea, neem (2,5%) coated urea, neem (5%) coated urea and DCD (5%) coated urea with three replicates. Analysis of NH4+ and NO3- levels in this study using colourimetric method. Results obtained by the levels of NH4+ and NO3- produced after applied of nitrification inhibitor materials coated urea fertilizer as indicated by concentration of NH4+ and NO3- produced in soil. Neem (5%) coated urea as a nitrification inhibitor showed the best effect in increasing levels of NH4+ in the soil, while DCD (5%) coated urea were the best inhibitor in reducing levels of NO3- in the soil

Identifikasi Tumbuhan Lumut di Kawasan Wisata Taman Nasional Bantimurung

Abstract. This study aims to determine the types of mosses found in the Bantimurung National Park Tourism Area, especially on the riverbank sites to the entrance of Batu Caves. This research was conducted in June-August 2018. Exploration and collection of specimens was carried out using the roaming method. The specimens obtained were identified using a plant identification book. The results of this study indicate that there are five species of mosses found in the Bantimurung National Park Tourism Area, namely: Thuidium sp., Polytricum Commune, Aulacomnium palustre, Orthotrichum sp., And Ectropothecium sp. The five species come from different families. Keywords: moss, identification, bantimurung national park

Persepsi dan Pemahaman Penyuluh KB Terhadap Keluarga Berencana Alami

Keluarga Berencana Alami (KBA) adalah metode kontrasepsi yang efektif bila digunakan secara konsisten. Di Makassar akseptor KB Alami masih sangat rendah karena pengetahuan PUS terhadap fertilitas, cara pengaturan kehamilan dan cara mendapatkan kehamilan secara alami masih rendah.Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui persepsi dan pemahaman penyuluh KB terhadap KB Alami dan sebagai fasilitator metode KB Alami. Jenis penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dengan metode penelitian studi literatur dan Focus Groups Discussion (FGD) dengan 12 penyuluh KB di kota Makassar. Data dianalisis berdasarkan tema. Hasil Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Penyuluh KB yang bertugas di masing-masing kecamatan kota Makassar memiliki persepsi negatif terhadap efektifitas KB Alami dan kurang memahami prinsip kerja dan kombinasi KBA. Masih terjadi misinformasi, miskonsepsi tentang KB Alami. Oleh karena itu KBA itu belum dijadikan materi yang disampaikan kepada Pasangan Usia Subur (PUS) sebagai calon akseptor KB Alami. Kesimpulan Persepsi Penyuluh terhadap KBA masih negatif. Pemahaman Penyuluh terhadap KB Alami masih kurang. Penyuluh KB membutuhkan informasi yang mendalam untuk dapat meningkatkan pemahaman dan mengajarkan KB Alami sebagai kontrasepsi pilihan PUS yang aman, mudah, efektif dan tidak ada efek samping

Online media development of natural family planning

This research aimed to develop natural family extension media online which can be used as alternative method of family planning, to know the effectiveness of natural family planning extension media online, and to give knowledge of reproductive health in women. The development of Natural Family Planning media using the 4-D development model developed by S. Thiagarajan, Dorothy S. Semmel, and Melvyn I. Semmel includes: Define, Design, Develop and Disseminate. Stage Develop, producing revitalized Natural Algorithm on line media based on input from experts and on-line instruments to get a knowledge of family planning and reproduction health. Furthermore, the dissemination (Disseminate). At this stage is use of Natural Family Planning extension of media online/off line that has been developed on a wider scale to conduct Natural Family Planning online/ offline. Results obtained 1) Natural Family Planning media online/offline in the form of PPT Media, Video, Quiz and Forum Valid, 2) Media Extension effectively used by family planning officer of online, 3) Natural Family Planning improved female reproductive health

A Comparison of Natural Family Planning Knowledge among Family Planning Counselors in South Sulawesi

The research is a descriptive study aimed to investigate the understanding of Family Planning counselors on Natural Family Planning (NFP) methods. Although the information about Family Planning Services already available, the level of participation on Family Planning is still low, especially on NFP. One of the factors causing this phenomenon is the inadequate information provided by doctors, nurses, and family planning, counselors. In order to encourage community participation through NFP methods, their understanding of how reproductive cycles relate with a fertile period should be enhanced. For this purpose, Family planning counselors play an important role, as they are responsible for providing reliable information for the community. Accordingly, an assessment of the counselors’ level of knowledge on NFP as well as the different level of knowledge among Family Planning counselors in cities and districts. The study population was all family planning counselors in South Sulawesi, and a total of 45 counselors from two regencies and one city participated as the study sample. The data of the counselors’ knowledge were collected using an objective test and essay questions regarding NFP methods. The result showed that the average knowledge regarding NFP methods of Family Planning counselors in Makassar City was higher than the counselors from Maros and Gowa regencies

Optimization of pectin extraction from kepok banana peels (musa paradisiaca) using surface response methodology

Abstract:The experimental design in this study was used to optimize the results of extracting pectin from kepok banana peels by surface method. The model for predicting and optimizing the process of extracting kepok banana pectin consists of 4 axillary points, 4 factorial points, and 5 middle titlication replications using a central commision design (CCD) with DX6.0.4 software. The independent variables used in the optimization of the extraction results of kepok banana pectin are pH and temperature, where the pH is between 1.5 - 2.5 and temperatures are 60°C-100°C and the combination of independent and bound variables (extraction time). The results of pectin extract ranged from 5.79% to 22.57% (b / b, based on the dry weight of kepok banana peel). The variables of pH and temperature, the interaction between pH and temperature, and the interaction between extraction time and pH significantly influence. The optimum conditions for extraction of pectin are estimated at pH (2.5) and temperature (100°C). In optimal conditions, the actual pectin yield is 22.57%, which is below the estimated extraction condition of 21.286%. Analysis of variance, adj R2 and R2, model lack of fit test, and p value statistically indicate that the model is adequate in representing experimental data. The effect of pH and extraction temperature was very significant (P <0.001) on the extraction results of kepok banana peel pectin. This shows that these two variables are very important in the process of extracting kepok banana peel, where the R2 value is 96.01%

PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN GETUK SUKUN UNTUK DIET SEHAT DI UPTD SMPN 10 BANTIMURUNG KABUPATEN MAROS

Pengabdian ini dilakukan di UPTD SMPN 10 Bantimurung Kabupaten Maros yang terletak di Kabupaten Maros Sulawesi Selatan. Permasalahan mitra yaitu pada lingkungan sekitar UPTD SMPN 10 Bantimurung Kabupaten Maros merupakan daerah yang ditumbuhi oleh pohon sukun secara melimpah, namun pemanfaatan atau penggunaannya masih sangat sederhana, yaitu hanya dikukus dan dibuat gorengan sukun. Hal ini menyebabkan masyarakat sekitar cenderung bosan mengonsumsi buah sukun. Sementara secara  ilmiah buah sukun dapat digunakan sebagai alternatif untuk diet dan banyak mengandung vitamin dan mineral yang penting bagi tubuh. Alternatif solusi masalah yaitu memberikan pengetahuan kepada guru-guru UPTD SMPN 10    Bantimurung mengenai pengolahan buah sukun. Adapun target luaran yang ingin dicapai yaitu meningkatnya pengetahuan guru-guru di UPTD SMPN 10 Bantimurung tentang cara pengolahan daging buah sukun dengan cara yang lebih variatif, salah satunya getuk. Informasi ini diharapkan dapat seterusnya disalurkan kepada masyarakat sekitar. Dari hasil kegiatan yang dilakukan dapat dilihat bahwa para peserta yang mengikuti kegiatan demo merasa bersemangat  dan termotivasi dalam mengatasi kegiatan tersebut

Menstrual Cycle Length in Women Ages 20-30 years in Makassar

Abstract: Menstrual cycle is a naturally occurring mechanism in a reproductive aged woman. The ability of a woman to identify the length of a menstrual cycle is important as a basis to determine the fertile period in the subsequent menstrual cycle. This research aimed to investigate the length of menstrual cycle of women in reproductive age. A regular menstrual cycle occurs in a regular pattern of length which can range from 21 to 35 days in adults. A subsequent cycle which occurs three to five days earlier or longer than the usual pattern would still be considered as normal. Meanwhile, a menstrual cycle which occurs twice in a month or once in more than two months would be considered as irregular cycle. The method implemented was an exploratory method through which menstruation periods of woman in reproductive age were recorded in three consecutive months. The research population was Biology students who are registered in academic year 2017. The participants were students who are registered in Reproduction and Animal Development subject. The data of menstrual period were collected from four study group which consists of 101 students. The result of data analysis on a total of 171 menstrual cycle showed that the average length of participants’ menstrual cycle was 30.08 days. The total of participants showed regular and irregular length of menstrual cycle was 59.41% and 42.57% respectivel