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Bioculture Journal
Published by Institute for Advanced Science, Social, and Sustainable Future
ISSN : -     EISSN : 30253632     DOI : https://doi.org/10.61511/bioculture.v1i1.2023
Core Subject : Humanities, Agriculture, Social,
Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Humanities Environmental Science Social Sciences
Aim and Scope The Journal publishes disciplinary, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary esearch related to the Bioculture. The scope of Bioculture includes the traditional priorities of its sections, but also includes papers from non-traditional scientific areas such as sustainability science, social-ecological systems, as well as Bioculture of various species for ornamental, conservation and restoration purposes. It aims to publish research findings, techniques, and advances in biological technologies and engineering that sustain, restore, and improve the quality of life for humans, plants, and animals in our world.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Semua) - Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Lain-Lain)
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Green finance and local wisdom synergy in enhancing community-based drinking water sustainability I Gusti Ayu Lia Yasmita; Ni Luh Laksmi Rahmantari
Bioculture Journal Vol. 3 No. 2: January (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v3i2.2026.1968

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Background: Access to safe drinking water remains a challenge in Sukadana Village due to geographic conditions, limited infrastructure, and financial constraints. The Danu Kerthi concept, rooted in Tri Hita Karana, promotes sustainable water management by balancing human, environmental, and spiritual aspects. Green finance, through green bonds and Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) schemes, enhances financial sustainability. Integrating these approaches with technology can ensure long-term water access through community, government, and private sector collaboration. Methods: This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach to explore phenomena related to access, management, and challenges of community-based drinking water sustainability in Sukadana Village, Karangasem. The data collection technique was carried out through in-depth interviews with 30 respondents who were selected using the purposive sampling method. The data obtained was analyzed inductively to identify relevant patterns and themes. Findings: Data were analyzed to identify key components and organized into specific indicators and sub-indicators, forming a comprehensive model for sustainable system development. The resulting framework includes aspects such as access to clean water, management systems, financial sustainability through green finance, challenges faced, and strategies grounded in local wisdom (Danu Kerthi concept). These findings are systematically presented to guide future policy and implementation efforts for resilient and inclusive water management systems. Conclusion: The creation of a well-defined and systematic model offers a practical foundation for improving the sustainability, resilience, and inclusiveness of water management, particularly in rural and culturally traditional communities. Integrating green finance with local wisdom, as reflected in the Danu Kerthi concept, enhances the long-term viability of community-based drinking water systems, as exemplified by the model implemented in Sukadana Village, Karangasem, Bali. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study intoduces a new approach to community based drinking water management by integrating the Danu Kerthi concept with green finance through Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) for sustainable funding.
Bridging agronomy and pharmacology the antidiabetic promise of Oldenlandia Nor Isnaeni Dwi Arista; Yochidamai Akhsanitaqwim
Bioculture Journal Vol. 3 No. 2: January (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v3i2.2026.2459

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Background: The growing global burden of diabetes and the limitations of current treatments require sustainable alternatives. This study aims to evaluate the potential of the weedy genus Oldenlandia as a novel, sustainable resource for diabetes management by synthesizing evidence from agronomy, phytochemistry, and pharmacology. Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted using major scientific databases. A multidisciplinary search strategy was employed, and the collected data were integrated using narrative synthesis. Findings: The analysis shows that Oldenlandia species are resilient plants requiring low agricultural inputs. They are rich in bioactive compounds like iridoids and flavonoids, and preclinical studies confirm significant antidiabetic effects, including lowered blood glucose and reduced inflammation via mechanisms such as AMPK-NF-κB pathway modulation. Conclusion: Oldenlandia presents a promising and sustainable candidate for developing new antidiabetic therapies, bridging traditional use with scientific validation. Novelty/Originality: This review offers a novel, integrated perspective that simultaneously evaluates the agronomic feasibility and pharmacological potential of a weed for diabetes treatment, a unique approach not commonly found in existing literature.
The use of Babadotan leaves (Ageratum conyzoides l) flour in ration on quail ration (Cortunix-cortunix Japonica) energy metabolism Swasasi Sofi Makarim; Deden Sudrajat; Dede Kardaya
Bioculture Journal Vol. 3 No. 2: January (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v3i2.2026.2672

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Background: Quails are livestock whose main products are eggs and meat. This plant is often referred to as a weed because its clinical benefits are not yet widely known to the public. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of adding babadotan (Ageratum conyzoides L.) leaf meal on the metabolizable energy of quails (Coturnix coturnix japonica). The research was conducted at the Quail House, Arkan Quail Farm (Jl. Bebengket, Cihideung Village, Ciampea District, Bogor Regency, 16620). Methods: The study used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with four treatments: P0 = commercial feed without babadotan leaf meal (control), P1 = commercial feed with 1% babadotan leaf meal, P2 = commercial feed with 3% babadotan leaf meal, and P3 = commercial feed with 5% babadotan leaf meal. The observed variables included Apparent Metabolizable Energy (AME), Nitrogen-Corrected Apparent Metabolizable Energy (AMEn), total metabolizable energy consumption, and the AMEn/GE ratio. Findings: The results of this study showed that the addition of babadotan leaf meal (Ageratum conyzoides L.) in the diet significantly (P<0.05) affected the values of apparent metabolizable energy (AME) and nitrogen-corrected apparent metabolizable energy (AMEn), with a decrease observed in treatment R3 (diet containing 5% babadotan leaf meal). However, the results for metabolizable energy intake and the AMEn/GE ratio in quails (Coturnix coturnix japonica) were not significantly different or did not show a significant effect. Conclusion: The inclusion of babadotan leaf meal at a level of 5% in the diet can reduce the values of AME and AMEn. However, it did not significantly affect metabolizable energy intake or the AMEn/GE ratio. Novelty/Originality of this article: Therefore, the use of babadotan leaf meal in the diet is recommended only up to a concentration of 3%.
Valorization of Cascara coffee waste as antimicrobial edible coating for enhancing the snake fruit quality Salsabila Luqyana Rachmat; Kayla Azzahra N; Layla Hawa Sahda Zabrina; Dwi Yuni Hastati
Bioculture Journal Vol. 3 No. 2: January (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v3i2.2026.2734

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Background: This study explores a strategy to decrease significant post-harvest losses due to spoilage. Edible coating on fruit can help maintain its quality and extend shelf life by slowing physiological processes such as respiration and transpiration. Method: The coating was formulated divided into two formulas, one is fresh cascara coating while other is dried cascara coating that was obtained by drying at 60 °C for 4 hours. Both 300 grams of cascara were extracted by maceration with 96% ethanol (ratio 1:2) for 24 hours. Extracts were mixed with 2.5% (w/v) chitosan solution, 4 g glycerol, and 0.1% Tween 80, then homogenized using a magnetic stirrer. Washed and air-dried snake fruit fruits were dipped in the coating solution, dried at 50 °C for 30 minutes. The coating formulation included food grade glycerol as a plasticizer and was applied using a dipping method. Snake fruit that has been coated with the solution stored at room temperature and evaluated for its shelf life and antimicrobial activity. Finding: This research utilized cascara extract as the main ingredient of an edible coating applied to snake fruit. As a result, cascara can be used into functional materials since it has been investigated as a natural source of bioactive compounds, particularly phenolics, with notable antimicrobial potential and bioactive content of polyphenols. When applied as a snake fruit coating, cascara-based edible coating can inhibit microbial growth and extend shelf life while maintaining fruit quality. Conclusion: This approach can be applied to underutilized by-products from coffee beans, reducing dependency on synthetic preservatives and plastics while also offering a promising alternative for antimicrobial edible coating to promote valorization, circular economy practices, and innovation in food packaging. Novelty/Originality of this article: This research introduces a novel application of coffee cherry by-products (cascara) specifically formulated for snake fruit (Salacca zalacca), a tropical commodity with unique preservation challenges.
Exploring the role of biomass-derived carbon quantum dots: Hydrothermal carbonization, bioimaging in vivo/in vitro, and biomedical application Yuni Aldriani Lubis
Bioculture Journal Vol. 3 No. 2: January (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v3i2.2026.3206

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Background: Carbon-based nanoparticle classes consisting of various subgroups based on morphology and crystallinity are called carbon dots (CQDs). The physical, chemical, and optical properties of CQDs can be modified using the simple pot synthesis technique. Additionally, its non-toxic nature, biocompatibility, physical and chemical responsiveness, resistance to chemical and photo bleaching, and low cost make it suitable for various purposes, such as biomedical imaging applications. Biomass waste, which has been widely discarded without economic utilization and potential, can surprisingly be used as a precursor for CQDs. Method: The literature was systematically collected from major databases. Studies from 2017–2025 were analyzed based on synthesis strategies, surface functionalization, and biological performance. Its potential in the medical field is highly advantageous. CQDs have fluorescence that is useful for biomedical imaging both in vivo and in vitro. The hydrothermal carbonization approach is also discussed in more detail, highlighting its green and sustainable synthesis, as well as the ease of the synthesis process. Finding: It was found that CQDs have compatibility and adjustable optical properties. Its fluorescence can clearly record tissues, body care, aging, and living cells. Utilizing renewable biomass precursors offers an environmentally friendly and cost-effective route for synthesizing fluorescent nanoprobes with excellent water solubility, tunable emission, and low cytotoxicity. Additionally, in vitro studies reinforce CQDs as multicolor fluorescent probes, and in vivo studies demonstrate that CQDs have low toxicity, rapid clearance, are safe, and biocompatible. Conclusion: This paper delves into the remarkable potential of CQDs to provide insights into how fluorescent inks are truly essential in biomedical imaging. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study provides a comprehensive and updated synthesis of CQD research spanning up to 2025, specifically focusing on the transition from "waste to nanoprobe."
The impact of land cover change on carbon stocks in a biocultural teak production landscape Siti Syarifatul Firdaus
Bioculture Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: July (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v4i1.2026.3213

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Background: Land cover change is one of the factors contributing to the increasing concentration of CO₂ in the atmosphere, with direct implications for the ecological and cultural sustainability of production landscapes shaped by long-term human–forest interaction. Monitoring land cover change and estimating carbon stocks are essential for supporting emission mitigation efforts at various spatial scales. This study analyzes the impact of land cover change on carbon stocks in Randublatung District, Central Java, a landscape historically managed as a teak production forest reflecting the interconnection between local livelihoods and ecosystem management, by integrating geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing data to assess land cover change and carbon stocks in Randublatung District during the 2013–2025 period using the Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform. Methods: This study employed the random forest (RF) algorithm for land cover classification, and carbon stock estimation was conducted using a Tier 2 approach based on carbon constants. Findings: Randublatung District is dominated by teak plantation forests. Forest cover expanded by 2,152.78 ha during 2013–2025, while settlement land, dryland agriculture, and paddy fields decreased sequentially by 1,042.30 ha, 595.57 ha, and 514.92 ha. These land cover changes are directly proportional to changes in carbon stocks, which increased by 200,636.08 tons, driven by a 211,790.81 tons increase from plantation forests, whereas other non-forest land-use classes experienced a decline. Conclusion: The increase in carbon stock indicates vegetation recovery or reforestation supporting climate change mitigation and illustrates how managed production landscapes can sustain both ecological function and community-based land use. Novelty/Originality of this article: The novelty of this study lies in the application of the Random Forest algorithm for carbon stock mapping at the sub-district level, as well as in its focus on teak production forest areas as a biocultural landscape, which have received relatively limited attention in carbon-related research.
Conservation and biodiversity preservation activities a comparative insight between conservation regions in Cross River State, Nigeria and Berbak and Sembilang National Parks, Indonesia Muhammad Rianzar; Raldi Hendro Koestoer
Bioculture Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: July (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v4i1.2026.3298

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Background: Biodiversity conservation in protected areas is a global concern, requiring collaborative efforts across nations to safeguard Earth's ecological integrity. This study examines conservation and biodiversity preservation activities in the Cross River State Protected Areas, Nigeria, and the Berbak and Sembilang National Parks, Indonesia. Methods: Through an in-depth literature review, the research analyses the biodiversity conditions, threats, conservation approaches, legal frameworks, constraints, and strengths in both areas. Findings: Findings reveal significant biodiversity richness coupled with serious threats from unsustainable human activities, including deforestation, illegal hunting, and mining. Conservation initiatives involve governments, non-governmental organizations, and local communities, encompassing conservation education, alternative livelihood support, and law enforcement. However, constraints such as limited resources, inter-agency coordination, and community conflicts hinder conservation effectiveness. To enhance biodiversity preservation, a comprehensive and collaborative approach is proposed, emphasizing capacity building for local communities, strict law enforcement, incentive provision, and regional cooperation. Conclusion: An examination of the conservation and biodiversity preservation initiatives undertaken within the safeguarded regions of Cross River State in Nigeria and the Berbak and Sembilang National Parks in Indonesia reveals a tapestry of contrasting approaches and shared commonalities. Despite being endowed with exceptional biodiversity richness, both countries face severe threats to its sustainability, such as deforestation, illegal hunting, and unsustainable human activities. Novelty/Originality of this article: Ultimately, this research contributes to understanding the challenges and opportunities in biodiversity conservation, serving as a foundation for developing sustainable policies and strategies in Nigeria, Indonesia, and other countries with similar characteristics.
Government-supported and community-based avocado cultivation for livelihood diversification in post-mining communities: A cost-benefit analysis Mayabella Puspita Nugraha; Herdis Herdiansyah; Ellyna Chairani
Bioculture Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: July (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v4i1.2026.3695

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Background: Agricultural development is increasingly recognized as an important strategy for supporting livelihood transition in regions historically dependent on extractive industries. In Bangka Belitung Province, declining tin mining activities have increased the need for alternative livelihood systems capable of generating economic benefits while maintaining environmental sustainability. Avocado cultivation has emerged as a promising agricultural commodity in Air Belo Village, West Bangka Regency, where plantations are primarily established within production forest areas and former plantation lands. This study evaluates the economic feasibility and examines how governance capacity influences its long-term implementation. Methods: A mixed methods approach combines cost-benefit analysis (CBA) and semi-structured interviews. The analysis uses a 30-year timeframe and a 9% social discount rate. It applies economic net present value (ENPV), economic internal rate of return (EIRR), and benefit-cost ratio (BCR). Governance is measured through four dimensions: actor participation, institutional strength, government support, and market integration, using an organized evaluation framework. Findings: The system is economically feasible. ENPV is IDR 118,551,623, EIRR is 27.98%, and BCR is 1.54. Switch value analysis shows robustness during a 32% price decrease and a 45% cost increase. Greater governance performance is associated with better economic outcomes via reduced transaction costs, improved coordination, and stronger market access. Conclusion: This study demonstrates that governance capacity contributes to the economic viability of avocado cultivation by improving coordination, market access, and institutional support. The findings highlight the importance of strengthening farmer organizations and stakeholder collaboration to support economically sustainable livelihood transition in resource-dependent regions. Novelty/Originality of this article: The originality of this study lies in integrating long-term economic feasibility analysis with a multidimensional governance assessment to explain how institutional capacity shapes the sustainability of livelihood transition in resource-dependent regions.
Socio-environmental challenges in the development of geothermal power plants in Geothermal Island Andre Bonardo Yonatan Sitorus
Bioculture Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: July (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v4i1.2026.3861

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Background: Indonesia’s geothermal expansion is positioned as a flagship pathway to its net zero commitment, with Flores Island legally designated as Pulau Panas Bumi (Geothermal Island). Yet existing scholarship on geothermal transitions remains anchored in Java-centric, technocratic evaluations of policy and emission targets, leaving the spatial, hydrological, and procedural injustices unfolding in populated, semi-arid, customary landscapes systematically under-examined. This study analyses the socio-environmental challenges of geothermal expansion in Flores through a political ecology framework, mobilising the theses of conservation and control, environmental conflict and exclusion, and formation of environmental subjects. Methods: A desk-based mixed-methods design integrates GIS intersection analysis of 6 Geothermal Working Areas (WKPs) with critical watersheds and BRWA-mapped customary territories, alongside a directed thematic analysis of 184 coded quotations extracted from 40 Dewan Pers-verified media reports and civil-society publications (2017–2026). Findings: Six WKPs occupy 7.3% of Flores' landmass and overlap 18 critical watersheds in a semi-arid agrarian setting; WKP Sokoria entirely engulfs the 583.56-hectare verified Kawasan Adat Nua Saga, while WKP Oka Ile Ange enclosed 51% of Kawasan Adat Lewolema. Discourse analysis reveals that 70% of state voice concentrates in only 4 elite figures, while community resistance disperses across 28 grassroots actors centred on water and livelihood loss. The integration of spatial enclosure, procedural FPIC failure, and discursive delegitimization operate as systemic structural violence rather than implementation friction. Conclusion: Flores's geothermal transition reproduces extractive logics under a green vocabulary, constituting green colonialism rather than environmental justice. Achieving a genuinely just transition requires restructuring national spatial governance, legally protecting indigenous territories from overarching strategic mandates, and enforcing substantive FPIC to prevent the exclusionary capture of local socio-ecological systems. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study reframes Java-centric geothermal expansion by demonstrating how green energy deployment in semi-arid customary islands operates as systemic structural violence and spatial green colonialism.
Impacts of natural resource exploitation and its implications for the environment, society, and the economy Vadila Hanin
Bioculture Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: July (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/bioculture.v4i1.2026.3902

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Background: Indonesia is widely recognized as a country with abundant natural resources and high biodiversity, consisting of wide variety of flora and fauna that play an important role in maintaining environmental ecosystems. However, the increasing intensity of natural resource exploitation has exceeded sustainable limits, particularly through practices such as illegal logging and deforestation, which contribute to ecosystem degradation and biodiversity loss. This deforestation is carried out for land clearing that is subsequently used for plantations, mining activities, and the expansion for residential areas. Furthermore, their loss has had negative impacts on conservation efforts and the environmental sustainability of surrounding communities. Methods: This study aims to examine and analyze the impacts of natural resource exploitation on environmental, social, and economic aspects in Indonesia. The method used in this study is a qualitative method through a literature review, utilizing a range of national and international scholarly articles as well as relevant policy documents concerning natural resource exploitation in Indonesia. Findings: The results reveal that intensive exploitation of natural resources produces multidimensional impacts encompassing environmental, social, and economic aspects, which are interconnected within a dynamic system. Based on these three aspects, a cyclical feedback relationship emerges in which environmental degradation contributes to reduced economic performance and worsens social conditions, while economic and social pressures, in turn, encourage more intensive exploitation of natural resources. Therefore, natural resource exploitation should not be understood in a fragmented way, but rather as part of an interconnected and integrated system. Conclusion: Addressing deforestation and exploitation requires shifting from fragmented interventions toward holistic, system-based environmental policy. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study introduces an integrated systems framework that conceptualizes natural resource exploitation in Indonesia not as isolated sectoral damages, but as a dynamic, cyclical feedback system interlinking environmental degradation, economic decline, and social pressure.

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