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Comparative Nutritional Profiling of Leucaena leucocephala (Wondergraze and Taramba varieties) for Enhanced Animal Feed Applications Firstca Aulia Rachma; Aziman, Nurain; Ahmat, Norizan; Kartini, Neni; Wibowo, Agustono
International Journal of Science and Environment (IJSE) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): February 2026
Publisher : CV. Inara in Colaboration with www.stie-sampit.ac.id

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51601/ijse.v6i1.422

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Leucaena leucocephala belongs to the family Leguminosae and is one of the fastest-growing leguminous trees. L. leucocephala leaves have a great potential as an alternative protein source for animal feed. However, the presence of anti-nutritional compounds, such as mimosine and tannins, limits their direct utilisation by animals, as these compounds can reduce nutrient digestibility and impair animal performance. Ensiling has been widely recognised as an effective processing method to reduce these compounds. This study evaluated the proximate composition, fibre fractions, mineral composition, and anti-nutritional compounds of unensiled (fresh) and ensiled L. leucocephala leaves from Wondergraze and Taramba varieties to assess their potential as animal feed resources. Overall, the ensiling process significantly influenced the nutritional profiles of L. leucocephala leaves in both Wondergraze and Tarramba varieties. Ensiling enhanced crude protein content while reducing crude fibre, NDF and moisture levels, indicating improved digestibility and feed intake potential. Although slight reductions in ash content, gross energy and certain minerals were observed, most nutrients were largely retained, suggesting that fermentation did not compromise the overall nutritional value of the forage. Varietal differences were evident, with Wondergraze demonstrating better fibre preservation and smaller energy losses compared to Tarramba, highlighting its potentially superior fermentation efficiency. Importantly, ensiling markedly reduced anti-nutritional compounds, particularly mimosine and tannins, thereby improving feed safety and suitability. These findings demonstrate that ensiling is an effective processing method to enhance the nutritional quality and practical utilisation of L. leucocephala leaves as animal feeds, while also revealing cultivar-specific responses that are valuable for targeted feed formulation and forage management strategies.
Pemberdayaan Pekerja Migran Indonesia Melalui Peningkatan Literasi Kesehatan Herbal Berbasis Komunitas di Selangor, Malaysia Haryoto, Haryoto; Wibowo, Agustono; Fauzi, Ahmad; Muhtadi, Muhtadi; Suhendi, Andi; Sofyan, Aditya Naova
Altifani Journal: International Journal of Community Engagement Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Altifani Journal: International Journal of Community Engagement
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palembang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/altifani.v6i1.1496

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Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI) in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, face limited access to formal healthcare services, thus heavily relying on herbal-based traditional medicine. Low literacy regarding the safe use of herbs potentially leads to misuse and negative interactions with modern medicine. This International Partnership Community Service (PkM-KI) activity aims to increase the knowledge and awareness of PMI and the community around the surau (Islamic prayer room) regarding the rational and evidence-based use of traditional medicine through a community-based educational approach. The program was conducted over three days through workshops, focus group discussions, and the distribution of bilingual Malay–Indonesian educational booklets containing an introduction to local medicinal plants, proper usage methods, and herbal safety aspects. The evaluation involved 24 respondents using a pre-test and post-test design to measure changes in participants' knowledge levels. Statistical analysis using the paired t-test revealed a highly significant increase in knowledge (p < 0.05), rising from 45.7% before the activity to 97.5% after the intervention. These findings indicate that the surau-based educational approach is effective as a contextual and sustainable medium for disseminating herbal health literacy. This activity not only strengthens PMI's understanding of safe traditional medicine use but also encourages the integration of local wisdom with modern pharmaceutical approaches. This program has the potential to serve as a cross-border community service model for improving herbal-based health literacy among migrant communities and local societies.