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Effects of litter size and piglet sex on gestation length in Landrace pigs Sari, Merry Friana; Tarsisius Considus Tophianong; Yohanes Timbun Raja Mangihut Ronael Simarmata; Heny Nitbani
Ovozoa: Journal of Animal Reproduction Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): Ovozoa: Journal of Animal Reproduction
Publisher : Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ovz.v14i2.2025.85-91

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This study aims to investigate the relationship between litter size and piglet sex with gestation length in Landrace pigs. The research was conducted at a farm in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, involving 15 healthy Landrace sows monitored from December 2024 to February 2025. The methodology employed included the collection of primary data through direct observation and secondary data obtained from farm records. The results indicated that the average (±SD) gestation length for Landrace pigs was 113.53 ± 0.64 days, with a variation ranging from 113 to 115 days. Statistical analysis using the Spearman correlation test revealed no significant correlation between litter size and gestation length (p values= 0.115; p >0.05). These findings suggest that physiological adaptations in Landrace pigs maintain a consistent gestation length regardless of litter size. Additionally, factors such as maternal nutrition, environmental conditions, and management practices were identified as potential influencing factors. The study also found no correlation between piglet sex and gestation length, with p-values of 0.89 for male piglets and 0.602 for female piglets. Overall, the results indicate that neither litter size nor piglet sex are primary factors determining the length of gestation in Landrace pigs.
KOMUNIKASI CEPAT TANGGAP PENANGANAN DAN PENCEGAHAN RABIES MELALUI ANAK-ANAK SEKOLAH DASAR DI KOTA KUPANG, NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR Larry Richard Wellem Toha; Nancy Diana Frederika Katarina Foeh; Yohanes Timbun Raja Mangihut Ronael Simarmata; Meity Marviana Laut; Muhajirin Dean; Maria Laurenci Fanny Permata Kale
Jurnal Media Tropika Vol 6 No 1 (2026): Jurnal Media Tropika
Publisher : Universitas Nusa Cendana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35508/mediatropika.v6i1.27594

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Rabies is a fatal zoonotic disease that remains a public health problem in East Nusa Tenggara Province, including Kupang City. Elementary school-aged children are a vulnerable group to bites from Rabies-Transmitting Animals (HPR) due to limited knowledge and risky behavior when interacting with animals. This community service activity aims to increase students' understanding and awareness of the dangers of rabies, its transmission, prevention, and first-aid steps after a bite through a learning-by-play approach. The activity was carried out in October 2025 at SDN Nunbaun Sabu, Kupang City, involving approximately 100 students. The methods used included interactive counseling, educational video screenings, educational games, and a 15-minute simulation of emergency wound washing using soap and running water. Evaluation was carried out through participatory observation and structured question-and-answer sessions. The results of the activity showed an increase in students' understanding of the dangers of rabies and basic preventive measures. The game-based educational approach has proven effective in conveying health messages and has the potential to shape children into rabies education agents within the family and community.