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AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment)
ISSN : 25810405     EISSN : 25810405     DOI : https://doi.org/10.29165
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) publishes papers on innovative applications, development of new technologies, and efficient solutions in agriculture, engineering, computing, economic, social, information technology, food, energy, and scientific research to improve knowledge and practice in the field of purposive community change: Rural and community development, geography and regional planning, rural cooperatives, community health; capacity building, social work, community empowerment, sustainable development, human resource development; social capital, economic development, urban studies, student community service activities, and relevant subjects. The Asia Pacific Network for Sustainable Agriculture, Food, and Energy (SAFE-Network) is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment). The objective of AJARCDE is to provide a forum for studying and applying research in community development and empowerment studies. This unique interdisciplinary journal covers a range of research methods, including: - Case studies - Comparative studies - Community-based participatory or action research - Examine community problem - Policy Analysis - Program evaluation - Survey research - Theory and model development
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Low-Cost Solar Energy Harvesting: A Study on Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells Using Inthanin Leaf Extract as a Natural Photosensitizer: Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells Using Inthanin Leaf Extract as a Natural Photosensitizer Onyemowo, Maria; Unpaprom, Yuwalee; Ramaraj, Rameshprabu
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.329

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The world is actively pursuing renewable energy resources to combat environmental pollution and greenhouse gas emissions caused by the burning of fossil fuels. Solar energy is the most abundant, continuously available form of renewable energy, and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are being explored as an alternative to traditional silicon-based solar cells due to their low cost of materials, ease of production, and efficiency. The photoanode is a crucial component in DSSCs, and the main challenges faced by these solar cells are charge recombination and low light harvesting ability. This study aims to investigate the efficacy of natural dyes as the sensitizer for the fabrication of DSSCs. Natural pigments were extracted from Inthanin leaves using the solvent extraction technique. The concentration and composition of the pigment were analyzed through pigment analysis utilizing UV a spectrophotometer. Inthanin has a higher chlorophyll a to b ratio. A higher chlorophyll a to b ratio has been shown to be associated with improved light harvesting and electron transport efficiency. This is because chlorophyll a is more efficient at transferring electrons to the electron transport chain than chlorophyll b. The higher chlorophyll a to b ratio could lead to improved electron transfer to the photoanode. The photoelectric parameters of the DSSC were evaluated using I-V characterization. DSSCs coated with Inthanin dye extract produced a short circuit current density (Jsc) of 0.02 mA/cm2, open circuit voltage (Voc) of 0.07 V, fill factor (FF) of 33% and an efficiency (????) of 0.1%.
Physicochemical Characteristics of Carrot Chips (Dried Slices) with Differences in Temperature and Drying Time Laily, Misbhatul; Asben, Alfi; Fahmy, Khandra
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.331

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Carrots are one of the vegetable commodities that are rich in nutrients. This research is about drying carrots to extend the shelf life of vegetable products and maintain the nutritional content contained in carrots. Carrots are dried to produce a product like nutritious carrot chips. This research uses vacuum oven drying with different temperatures and drying times to determine the correct temperature and drying time to maintain carrot chips' nutritional content and physical appearance. The research design was a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with two factors, namely drying temperature (50°C, 60°C, 70°C) and drying time (6 hours, 8 hours, 10 hours). Carrot chips with different temperatures and drying times significantly affected water content, total carotene, color index, and texture. Carrot chip products with vacuum oven drying at 60°C for 10 hours gave results with a water content of 4.24%, the highest total carotene value of 57.15 mg/100g, color appearance with an L* index of 35.68, a * of 20.91, b* of 17.63, texture value of 281.65 N/m2. As well as having organoleptic test results that were liked by the panelists regarding the color and texture of the carrot chips.
Effectiveness of mahogany seed flour (Swietenia macrophylla) as a bioinsecticide against mortality of Sitophilus zeamais motsch in post-harvest grains Khairunnisa, Eka Nurriza; Rian, Ira Gusti; Ritonga, Nia Boru; Saadah, Raudhatus; Rarassari, Madyasta Anggana
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.334

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Research has been conducted on the effect of giving Mahogany seed meal (Swietenia macrophylla) on the mortality of the beetle Sitophilus zeamais Motsch. The method used is an experimental method with a complete randomized design consisting of 6 treatments and 4 repeats. The treatment consisted of controls A0 (0%), A1 (2%), A2 (4.8%), A3 (7.4%), A4 (13.0%), and A5 (17.4%). Mahogany seed flour with a concentration in each treatment was mixed with granulated corn to a weight of 50 grams, placed 20 Sitophilus zeamais beetles and observed for 24, 48, 72 and 96 hours. Data were analyzed by anava calculation and BJND test at 24-hour observation, BNT test at 48-hour observation and BNJ test at 72- and 96-hour observations. The concentration of 17.4% gave the greatest beetle mortality effect, namely 75% at 24 hours, 81.25% at 48 hours, 91.25% at 72 hours and 100% at 96 hours from the number of 20 beetles tested. This study also produced KL50 values for mahogany seed flour, namely 11.90% at 24 hours, 10.41% at 48 hours, 8.69% at 72 hours and 7.23% at 96 hours.
Characteristic of White Glutinous Sticky Rice “Kipang” added by Coconut Dregs Sayuti, Kesuma; Refdi, C,W; Ramadani, P
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.335

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This study aimed to determine the effect of coconut dregs addition on white glutinous sticky rice “Kipang” characteristics. The study used a CRD with six treatments and three replications. The treatments applied in this study is coconut dreg, consisting of A (0%), B (5%), C (10%), D (15%), E (20%), and F (25%). The data were analyzed using ANOVA and subsequently subjected to DNMRT at the 5% significance level. The study showed that adding coconut dreg affected moisture content, protein, fat, carbohydrates, crude fiber, total sugar, and organoleptic acceptance such as color, taste, and crispiness. However, it did not significantly affect the ash content and the organoleptic acceptance of the aroma. The best treatment was F product (25%) with moisture content (6.44%), ash content (0.93%), fat content (13.4%), protein content (3.17%), carbohydrates content (75.73%), crude fiber (4.47%), total sugar (42.88%) and organoleptic acceptance for color 4.43 (like), aroma at 4.23 (like), taste 4,33 (like) and fragility at 4.23 (like). The glycemic index of the product was (67.92%)
Water Management through the Adoption of Tarpaulin Ponds to Enhance the Self-Sufficiency of the Wanagiri Village Community Darmadi, Ni Made; Zamri, Sharil Fadli Mohamad; Sadguna, Dewa Nyoman; Kawan, I Made; Suryani, S.A.M.; Arya, I Wayan; Gede, Dewa; Adi, Semara
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.336

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Community Service activities are carried out in Wanagiri Village, Sukasada, Buleleng which has abundant water sources but has not been utilized optimally, especially for the Fisheries sector. Fish Group activities are weakening due to lack of motivation and the location for Fisheries Activities is very difficult to reach. The purpose of this community service is to provide solutions to the Merta Lestari Fish Group (Partners) to actively re-cultivate tilapia with the Biofloc system, providing Training on Tarpaulin Pond Making. The method used is by means of Interview, Counseling, Face-to-face, and Direct Practice. With this method, it is hoped that Partners will get knowledge and solutions to the problems faced. Activities are carried out in stages, the First Stage, the Team Provides Counseling, the Second Stage, the Team provides direct practice on making Tarpaulin Pools, conducting evaluations so that Partners really understand, and after that carrying out Coaching. The output targets to be achieved in this activity are publishing the results of activities in international journals, publishing in print/electronic media, making 4-minute activity videos, and obtaining IPR Certificates.
Isolation of Trichoderma sp. as a Biological Agent in the Pudak Lestari Agro Ornamental Plant Farmer Group Andriani, A. A. S. Putri Risa; Nicolas, Amelia; Yuliartini, Made Sri; Arjana, , I Gusti Made; Udayana, I Gusti Bagus; Wirajaya, A.A.Ngurah Mayun; Mahardika, Ida Bagus Komang
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.337

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Agro Pudak Lestari, an ornamental plant farmers group, has been cultivating chrysanthemums for an extended period. The Agro Pudak Lestari farmer group had various challenges during the growing of chrysanthemums, including inadequate yields that failed to satisfy market standards due to white rust disease. The presence of antagonistic bacteria, specifically Trichoderma sp., Implementing efficient strategies for managing white rust disease. Consequently, farmer collectives will be instructed to utilize Trichoderma sp as a biological agent. The community service initiatives conducted at the Pudak Lestari Agro Ornamental Plant Farmer Group in Pancasari Village, Sukasada District, Buleleng Regency have been executed efficiently and effectively. Partners have demonstrated a high level of awareness, up to 87%, about using Trichoderma sp mushrooms as biological agents. Additionally, farmer groups have successfully implemented techniques to get Trichoderma strains from natural sources and propagate them in the present rice cultivation medium. The Trichoderma sp fungus will be employed as a Trichocompost to mitigate the white rust disease in chrysanthemum plants, enhancing agricultural productivity.
The Utilization of Technology in the Production of Trichocompost Fertilizer and its Subsequent Application to Chrysanthemum Plants at the Pudak Lestari Agro Ornamental Plant Farmer Group A. A. S. Putri Risa Andriani; Nicolas, Amelia R; Situmeang , Yohanes Parlindungan; Suaria, I Nengah; Suarta, Made; Sulistiawati, Ni Putu Anom; Sudewa, Ketut Agung; Astiari, Ni Komang Alit
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.341

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The ornamental plant farmer group Agro Pudak Lestari has long cultivated chrysanthemums. In the cultivation of chrysanthemums, the Agro Pudak Lestari farmer group experienced several obstacles, namely yields that did not meet market criteria caused by white rust disease. Antagonistic microorganisms (Trichoderma sp.) effectively control white rust disease. White rust disease is a soil infectious disease so countermeasures are carried out by making compost containing the biological agent Trchoderma (Trichocompost fertilizer). From the survey results, the results of flower damage due to rust disease reached 80%. Furthermore, after the application of Trichocompost fertilizer treatment, it suppressed rust disease by 56.4%. From this activity, it was able to reduce yield losses by 23.4% and increase farmers' income by 28.2%. The use of Trichocompost fertilizer can overcome white rust disease in chrysanthemum plants so it can increase farmer productivity.
Enhancing the Value of Coffee Husks as Organic Fertilizer in Windu Sari Farming Group, Batukaang Village, Kintamani Bangli Situmeang, Yohanes Parlindungan; Sudita , I Dewa Nyoman; Swedi, I Komang; Nahak, Stefanus; Rematwa, Haris; Damayanti, Ni Luh Putu Sulis Dewi
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.342

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Coffee Husks produced from coffee processing are waste that can be used as raw material for making organic fertilizer. Utilizing coffee Husks as organic fertilizer can increase added value and farmers' income while reducing the smell from piles of coffee Husk waste, which can pollute the environment. Development efforts to overcome this problem include processing coffee Husk waste into compost. In this service activity, partners will be introduced to and trained in the technology for making quality compost fertilizer and managing coffee farming businesses to provide added value and improve the farmer's economy. This service aims to increase the added value (value added) of coffee Husk waste as organic fertilizer in the Windu Sari Farming Group. The problems found in farmer groups are the problem of piles of coffee husk waste, which have not been appropriately handled, and the problem of technology for making compost fertilizer, which has not been fully understood by partners, as well as farming business management problems related to group strengthening. The method used in community service in Batukaang Village is the Participatory Action and Learning System (PALS). This method aims to make the partner group an object in service activities through various forms such as education, training, counseling, as well as coaching and mentoring. The PALS method is implemented in several stages: (1) awareness phase, (2) capacity building phase, mentoring phase, and (3) institutionalization phase. The results obtained from this service program are in the form of a technology package for making compost fertilizer. From the service that has been carried out in the form of counseling, training, and the practice of making organic fertilizer compost, the response from the community, in this case, the Windu Sari Farmers Group, has been excellent. The participants' enthusiasm was seen from the many questions submitted to the service team regarding compost-making technology and its benefits for agriculture.
An Investigation of the Allelopathic Properties of Various Weed Species in the Eastern Denpasar Region of Bali Andriani, AASPR; Ni Luh Putu Putri, Setianingsih; Nazir, N; Dewi, W S; Indrayatie, E. R.; Kalimutu, P.K.
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.344

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Weeds are plants that live wild on cultivated land, which can reduce the productivity of cultivated plants. Phytochemical content in weeds has various benefits besides food, such as vegetable pesticides, pharmaceuticals, industry, and cosmetics. For this reason, this research aims to analyze the content of secondary metabolite compounds and measure the levels of allelopathic phytochemical compounds in several weed plants. Various substances have been identified in the form of allelopathy, namely flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, ferulic acid, coumarins, terpenoids, steroids, cyanohydrins, quinones, cinnamic acid, and their derivatives. Compounds identified as allelochemical compounds are flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, ferulic acid, coumarins, steroids, terpenoids, cinnamic acids, and their derivatives. Exploratory methods to identify plant types, experimental methods with phytochemical screening tests to characterize types of secondary metabolite compounds, and allelopathic toxicity tests Based on the results and discussion that have been presented, it can be concluded that the weeds Echinochloa crus-galli, Panikum repen, Euphorbia hirta, Ageratum conyzoides, and Imperata cindrica contain flavonoid, tannin, and phenol compounds. The weeds with the highest scores in the phytochemical test are Echinochloa crusgalli and Ageratum conyzoides.
Community Service Strengthening Goat Livestock Group in Catur Village, Kintamani-Bangli District Sudita, I Dewa Nyoman; Situmeang, Yohanes Parlindungan; Swedi, I Komang; Nahak, Stefanus; Damayanti, Ni Luh Putu Sulis Dewi
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v7i3.345

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The province administration of Bali consistently promotes the formation of livestock farming communities, namely in goat farming, using housing and livestock aid initiatives. The "Subak Abian Pebunut" goat farming group in Catur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli, is among the recipients of government aid in goat farming. Despite its relatively short duration of operation, the group above needs support and instruction, particularly in maintenance management and feeding techniques. This is particularly relevant in effectively utilizing a substantial quantity of coffee waste via fermentation. The primary objective of this community service initiative is to modify the behavior of individuals within the group. Specifically, the focus is on enhancing their knowledge, abilities, and attitudes. It is important to note that the delivered content is derived from prior research studies. The approach employed in this community service initiative involves disseminating educational resources, followed by practical instruction on the fermentation of coffee skins. Additionally, trials and evaluations are conducted on goats to assess their growth and gauge their response to the practices above. The implementation of community service has yielded notable outcomes in knowledge acquisition, specifically in the discovery of the potential for fermenting coffee skins to produce animal feed of superior quality. In terms of actual implementation, the active involvement of all group members is ensured to facilitate the subsequent execution of the probiotic component blending and coffee skin fermentation procedures. In the context of trials and assessments, it was seen that the administration of fermented coffee skins to goats yielded notable outcomes in terms of their growth, as opposed to a control group of goats that did not get coffee skins. Based on the findings of this community service initiative, it can be inferred that the participants expressed satisfaction in acquiring knowledge and hands-on experience in producing fermented feed using coffee skins. Additionally, they observed the direct impact of feeding fermented coffee skins to livestock over one month, specifically examining the animals' response to consumption and its influence on the growth of goats.