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AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health
ISSN : 27220656     EISSN : 27220648     DOI : https://dx.doi.org/10.20961/agrihealth
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health merupakan wadah publikasi ilmiah hasil kajian penerapan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi kepada para pemangku kepentingan (stakeholder) di bidang pertanian ramah lingkungan, pangan, gizi dan kesehatan masyarakat yang meliputi: Budidaya Pertanian Teknologi Pangan Peternakan Penyuluhan dan Komunikasi Pertanian Sosial Ekonomi Pertanian Gizi Kesehatan Masyarakat Kebidanan
Articles 79 Documents
The Perception of Emerging Cattle Farmers on Extension and Advisory Services in Improving the Welfare of Cattle in Sinthumule-Kutama Areas of Makhado Municipality, Vhembe District, Limpopo Province, South Africa Muano Thononda; Elliot Mahlengule Zwane; Ernet Modibe Letsoalo
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i1.82781

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Livestock farmers in the Limpopo Province benefitted from the land reform projects. This led to an increase in the number of emerging cattle farmers who desired to move from small-scale to commercial cattle farming. These emerging cattle farmers had high expectations for government support through extension and advisory services to improve the welfare of their cattle. However, the study aimed to investigate the perceptions of 80 emerging cattle farmers concerning the importance of agricultural extension and the impact of extension advisors in improving the welfare of their cattle. The study was conducted in 18 villages of the Sinthumule-Kutama areas under Makhado Municipality. The study used quantitative and qualitative methods and simple random sampling. Questionnaires were used to collect primary data. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) tool was used for analysis, and the mean score was produced to address the study’s objectives. The results indicated that farmers agreed on the importance of cattle welfare and that they are knowledgeable about it, and methods used by extension workers are essential. Furthermore, they decided that the extension activities contribute to their knowledge of cattle welfare. The paper concludes by making the following recommendations. Extension workers should collaborate with some of the farmers who are leaders within the community to manage cattle welfare when extension workers are not around. Cattle farmers of Sinthumule-Kutama are expected to be trained on livestock welfare.
Nutritional Compositions and Sensory Evaluation of Fermented Maize and Millet Fortified with Crayfish and Soybeans for the Production of Infant Food Mosunmola Aderonke Ilemobayo; Kikelomo Jennifer Kone
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i1.79364

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Despite the reported improvement in the nutrient status of fermented cereal-based diets in Sub-Saharan Africa, the nutrient needs of infants are still not being met. Hence, this study evaluated the nutritional compositions of fermented protein-fortified cereals. The proteins used in fortifying maize and millet were crayfish (30%), soybeans (30%) and a combination of both protein sources in a ratio of 70:15:15 for cereals, crayfish and soybeans, respectively. Fermentation of protein-fortified cereals was carried out using submerged fermentation for 5 days. Results revealed that fortifying maize and millet with crayfish and soybeans increased the protein content (11.1 to 19.1%). The fortification led to a reduction in crude fiber and carbohydrate contents of raw maize and millet. Fermentation also significantly reduced the carbohydrate content, with the lowest carbohydrate value observed on the last day of fermentation. Fortification with crayfish and fermentation increased all the minerals (potassium, magnesium and calcium) of raw maize and millet, but no significant effect at p < 0.05 on the iron content. All the samples that were fortified had better sensory acceptability than those that were not fortified. This study revealed that fermentation and fortification of maize and millet meal (cereal) with soybeans and crayfish can alleviate protein energy malnutrition (PEM) problems.
The Relationship between Breastfeeding and Parenting Patterns with Early Childhood Emotional Development Ermina Syainah; Nurhamidi Nurhamidi; Syahrial Shaddiq
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 2 (2024): October
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i2.86518

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Children’s mental-emotional development involves the interaction between physiological maturation and the psychological mechanisms that process and control emotions. This study aims to determine the relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and parenting patterns with the mental and emotional development of early childhood in the Guntung Manggis Health Center working area in 2021. This analytical observational study utilized a cross-sectional design. The sample comprised 92 children aged 3 to 6 years, selected through simple random sampling. Data were analyzed using Spearman Rank correlation. The analysis revealed a significant relationship between exclusive breastfeeding, mental-emotional development (ρ = 0.0), parenting patterns, and mental-emotional development (ρ = 0.00). Specifically, exclusive breastfeeding was associated with improved mental-emotional development in 65% of the sample, and positive parenting patterns were linked to enhanced development in 72% of the cases. The findings suggest that exclusive breastfeeding and positive parenting patterns support optimal mental and emotional development in early childhood. It is recommended that mothers provide exclusive breastfeeding and adopt positive parenting strategies to foster better developmental outcomes for their children.
Physical, Chemical, and Sensory Characteristics of Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola L.) Jelly Candy with Various Concentrations of Carrageenan-Konjac and Carrageenan-Pectin Bara Yudhistira; Siti Rahma Hamidah; Fuangfah Punthi
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i1.85331

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Star fruit, a widely consumed fruit in Indonesia, is utilized in jelly sweets as a functional food promoting health. Nevertheless, the exorbitant price of gelatin, a gelling agent compatible with halal requirements, has resulted in the substitution of carrageenan, a comparable substance with a fragile consistency. This study investigated the physical, chemical, and sensory properties of star fruit jelly candy using different concentrations of gelling agents. This study employed a fully randomized design to investigate the effects of various concentrations and types of gelling agents, namely carrageenan-konjac and carrageenan-pectin, at concentrations of 1.5%, 2.0%, and 2.5%, respectively. The findings indicate that various gelling agents impact the characteristics of hardness, gumminess, chewiness, water content, antioxidants, and pH. Different amounts of gelling agents impact the firmness, stickiness, texture, separation of liquid, moisture level, mineral content, acidity, moisture availability, and crude fiber content. The variations in outcomes of this study are determined by the hydrocolloid’s water content, which can bind water. Subsequently, the duration of processing and the level of temperature exert an influence on these parameters, hence impacting the physical qualities. The findings indicate that the combination of carrageenan and konjac substantially affects star fruit jelly candy’s physical and chemical characteristics. The optimal formula for creating star fruit jelly candy is to employ a 2.5% concentration of carrageenan-konjac.
The Relationship Between Feeding Patterns and Maternal Knowledge about Nutrition with the Incidence of Stunting in Children Age 0-5 Years in the Working Area of the Gedongan Health Center, Mojokerto City Nadya Aisyah Sasqia Putri; Ronald Pratama Adiwinoto; Prima Arundani; Pramita Anindya Nugraheni; I Made Dwi Mertha Adnyana
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i1.83808

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Stunting is a prolonged state of chronic malnutrition. This disorder is characterized by having a body length-for-age or body height-for-age measurement that falls below the -2 standard deviation established by the World Health Organization (WHO). The etiology of stunting is multifaceted, encompassing factors such as nutrition, feeding practices, infectious illnesses, and household income. Maternal understanding of nutrition, including dietary factors, is also associated with the occurrence of stunting. This study aimed to establish the relationship between feeding habits and maternal knowledge of nutrition with the prevalence of stunting in the operational region of the Gedongan Health Center, located in Mojokerto City. This study is an observational analytical study employing a cross-sectional design. The study’s population consisted of all women with children residing in the working area of the Gedongan Health Center. This study encompassed 144 participants who completed the Child Feeding Questionnaire (CFQ) regarding eating practices and a questionnaire assessing maternal knowledge of nutrition. The objective was to examine the relationship between these factors to height and age. The chi-square test results indicate a statistically significant association between feeding practices and stunting (p = 0.0001) and maternal knowledge about nutrition and stunting (p = 0.0001). The survey revealed that most children had been provided with appropriate feeding patterns, and most moms had a commendable nutritional understanding. The study’s findings indicate a noteworthy relationship between feeding behaviors and mothers’ nutrition knowledge.
Physicochemical Characteristics of Cucumber Sherbet on Various Pandan Wangi Juice Concentrations and Sweetener Types Syarifa Ramadhani Nurbaya; Rima Azara; Andriani Eko Prihatiningrum; Lukman Hudi; Danya Mozza Elshiva
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 2 (2024): October
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i2.92815

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Cucumbers can be processed into a frozen snack called sherbet. The problem with using cucumber in sherbet processing is its bland taste. Pandan wangi leaves (Pandanus amaryllifolius Roxb.) can be used to improve the flavor and aroma of cucumber sherbet. This study aimed to determine the effect of pandan wangi juice concentration and sweetener type on cucumber sherbet’s physical and chemical characteristics. The study used a factorial randomized group design consisting of 2 factors: the concentration of pandan wangi juice (5%, 10%, and 15%) and the type of sweetener (simple syrup, fructose, and honey). The physicochemical characteristics observed in this study include overrun, texture, color (L, a, b), melting time, total dissolved solids, vitamin C content, and total chlorophyll. The interaction between the concentration of pandan wangi juice and the type of sweetener significantly influenced the overrun of cucumber sherbet. The concentration of pandan wangi juice significantly influenced the texture, greenness (a-), yellowness (b+), and total chlorophyll. The type of sweetener significantly affects the yellowness (b+) value, melting time, and total soluble solids. The best treatment is pandan wangi juice with a concentration of 15% and fructose syrup as a sweetener type. Pandan wangi juice concentration and sweetener type can improve the characteristics of sherbet in terms of both physical and chemical properties. Cucumber sherbet combined with pandan wangi juice and certain sweeteners can be a healthy frozen snack.
A Study of Acclimatization Media on Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa Duch.) Plantlets Produced from Meristem Culture Rindang Dwiyani; Yuyun Fitriani; Francis Geren Sta Ana; Putu Oki Bimantara
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 2 (2024): October
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i2.85776

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Acclimatization is the final stage of propagation by in vitro culture. This phase is crucial in micropropagation, as it will determine the survival of plantlets outside culture jars. This phase’s efforts should ensure optimal conditions, including the media type. This study sought the best media for acclimating strawberry plantlets produced under meristem culture. The research employed the randomized block design, utilizing 7 various media treatments, which include husk charcoal; perlite; cocopeat; perlite + husk charcoal; soil + sand; husk charcoal + cocopeat; and perlite + cocopeat. The media mix was set at 1:1 a ratio (weight/weight), with 9 replicates. The chemical properties of the media were then analyzed, including several parameters such as organic C, total N, and water content. Several parameters were observed for plantlet’s growth parameters, including plant survival rates, number of leaves per plant, average leaf area, and root fresh weight. The results found that cocopeat was the best medium for acclimating strawberry plantlets. In cocopeat media, the plant survival rate reached 96.68%, with the leaves number of 7.67 plant-1, an average leaf area of 120.92 cm2 plant-1, and root fresh weight of 4.30 g plant-1. These results indicate that cocopeat is a medium derived from coconut fiber powder, a natural resource that can be renewed sustainably and produces better plant plantlet growth.
Assessment of Land Quality for Siamese Orange (Citrus nobilis var. microcarpa) Development in Pacitan Regency, Indonesia Rahayu Rahayu; Supriyadi Supriyadi; Sumani Sumani; Aktavia Herawati; Kurnia Mukti Dewi; Yang Geun Mo; Eun Ji Bae
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i1.80729

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Siamese oranges are one of the most widely developed horticultural crops in Indonesia. Arjosari and Ngadirojo are some of the sub-districts that produce Siamese orange in Pacitan Regency. One of the factors that can affect the development of citrus is land quality. This study aims to obtain land quality index data and improvement efforts for developing Siamese orange. Soil samples were taken from 25 land mapping units (LMUs) with 87 sample points. The soil sampling points were determined based on area or sampling density. Data analysis used for soil quality assessment includes correlation, principal component analysis (PCA), minimum data set (MDS), and calculation of climate quality index. The parameters used in this study are bulk density, porosity, moisture content, texture, pH, electrical conductivity (EC), cation exchange capacity (CEC), base saturation, total N, available P, available K, soil organic carbon (SOC), microbial biomass carbon (MBC), evapotranspiration, temperature, and solar radiation. Based on the results of soil quality analysis in the study area, it has a value range of 0.28 to 0.37, including low class, while the climate quality index is 1.39 with moderate class. The land quality index has a very low to low class with a value of 0.39 to 0.51. Intrinsic, extrinsic, and anthropogenic factors can influence soil quality. The study area’s limiting factors for developing Siamese oranges are EC, total N, and available P, which can be improved by making furrow ponds, adding organic fertilizer, using urea fertilizer, and SP36 according to the dosage.
Relationship Between Early Marriage and Mother’s Levels of Knowledge with Nutritional Status M. Thonthowi Jauhari; Junendri Ardian; Novia Zuriatun Solehah; Tresia Ayu Saputri
AgriHealth: Journal of Agri-food, Nutrition and Public Health Vol 5, No 2 (2024): October
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/agrihealth.v5i2.92320

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Early marriage still needs to be a concern due to the high incidence of cases and the impact it has on the health and nutritional status of toddlers. One of the long-term effects of early marriage is stunting, namely impaired growth and development in toddlers due to malnutrition. This study aims to explore the relationship between maternal age at marriage and nutrition knowledge levels with the nutritional status of toddlers. This research uses observational research with a cross-sectional design. The sample in this study was 48 mothers of toddlers with a history of early marriage. Data analysis used Spearman’s Rank test. The results showed that most of the mothers of toddlers married in their early adolescence (14 to 18 years), namely 29 people (60.4%). As many as 58.3% of toddlers have poor nutritional status, and 1.7% are in the good nutritional status category. The majority of mothers’ knowledge related to nutrition is lacking, as many as 24 (50%). There is a significant relationship between levels of a mother’s knowledge about nutrition and the nutritional status of toddlers with a p-value of 0.001. However, mothers who marry early need to increase their understanding of balanced nutrition in toddlers to prevent malnutrition. Future research needs to look at the nutritional status of toddlers based on the education level of mothers of toddlers who marry early, which may be one of the causes of malnutrition status in toddlers.