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Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology
ISSN : -     EISSN : 29640431     DOI : 10.52850/borneo
Core Subject : Agriculture,
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology is an open access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the publication of novel research concerned with the advancement of Biodiversity studies of Wetland tropical—and especially Indonesian—biodiversity. Original research articles are written in English, Bahasa and featuring well-designed studies with clearly analyzed and logically interpreted results are accepted, with a strong preference given to research that has the potential to make significant contributions to both the field of biology and society in general.
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Etnobotani dan Pengelolaan Tumbuhan Sarang Semut (Myrmecodia sp.) oleh Suku Dayak Ngaju di Desa Rangan Surai, Kabupaten Katingan Wahyunia, Sri; Sunariyati, Siti; Krestina, Widya
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i1.16682

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Keanekaragaman jenis tumbuhan di wilayah Kalimantan Tengah merupakan sumber daya alam hayati yang perlu dipertahankan salah satu diantaranya adalah tumbuhan sarang semut (Myrmecodia sp.) karena tumbuhan tersebut memiliki potensi sebagai obat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pemanfaatan dan pengelolaan tumbuhan sarang semut di Desa Rangan Surai, Kecamatan Marikit, Kabupaten Katingan. Metode penelitian dengan menggunakan metode campuran (Embedded mixed method) yang bersifat deskriptif eksploratif, pendekatan kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Pengambilan sampel di lapangan menggunakan teknik snowball sampling dengan cara wawancara. Penelitian ini dilakukan terhadap partisipan Suku Dayak Ngaju sebanyak 25 informan yang berasal dari Desa Rangan Surai Kabupaten Katingan. Hasil data yang diambil meliputi pemanfaatan dan pengelolaan tumbuhan sarang semut di Desa Rangan Surai. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tumbuhan sarang semut masih dimanfaatkan oleh Suku Dayak Ngaju di Desa Rangan   Surai sebagai obat tradisional. Tumbuhan sarang semut dapat digunakan untuk mengobati beberapa penyakit seperti asam lambung 32%, rematik 24%, pemulihan setelah melahirkan 16%, tumor 16%, maag 12%, asma 12%, asam urat 8%, TBC 8%, penyakit gula 8%, dan penyakit kuning 8%. Hasil analisis Informan Agreement Ratio (IAR) sebesar 0,74 atau 74% informan yang diwawancarai menyatakan setuju bahwa tumbuhan sarang semut memiliki manfaat dalam kehidupan sebagai tumbuhan obat. Pengelolaan secara ex-situ tumbuhan sarang semut yang telah diambil dari habitat asalnya dilakukan penanaman kembali anakan tumbuhan sarang semut dengan menempelkannya di pohon yang berada di sekitar rumah penduduk. Sedangkan pengelolaan secara in-situ tumbuhan sarang semut dilakukan dengan dibiarkan tumbuh alami di habitatnya.
Karakteristik Sarang Orangutan Kalimantan (Pongo pygmaeus wurmbii) di Hutan Rawa Gambut CIMTROP Universitas Palangka Raya Kalimantan Tengah Purba, Erisdo Ariweis; Aldo Jean Andara; Mona; Hasanah, Rizka
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i1.16737

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Populasi Orangutan harus ditingkatkan untuk mencegah kepunahan dengan menyediakan habitat yang sesuai untuk kelangsungan hidup dan reproduksi. Perlu dilakukan pemantauan keberhasilan peningkatan populasi orangutan dengan pendekatan survei sarang. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah menentukan karakteristik sarang orangutan pada di LAHG CIMTROP sebagai indikator kondisi habitat Orangutan di hutan rawa gambut. Penelitian ini termasuk dalam penelitian project based learning, pengambilan data dilakukan selama 2 hari dimulai dari tanggal 17-18 Februari 2023. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di LAHG CIMTROP Universitas Palangkaraya, Taman Nasional Sebangau, Provinsi Kalimantan Tengah. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan mencari pohon sarang orangutan pada plot sampel seluas 1 ha. Setiap pohon sarang yang ditemukan diidentifikasi, meliputi: tinggi pohon, tinggi sarang, tinggi bebas cabang serta posisi dan jenis sarang. Koordinat juga diambil untuk melihat pola persebaran pohon sarang dan jarak antar pohon sarang. Hasil pengamatan pohon tempat bersarang Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus wurmbii) menunjukkan pohon yang paling banyak bersarang adalah Mahang (Macaranga hypoleuca), puak (Artacarpus anisophyllus), ubar (Syzygium sp.) dan Bangan (Ervatamia macrocarpa). Hasil pengamatan posisi sarang orangutan yang paling banyak ditemukan adalah posisi 1 (48%) sedangkan tipe sarang yang paling banyak dijumpai adalah tipe sarang C (37.03%). Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat digunakan untuk mengetahui persebaran orangutan Kalimantan di LAHG CIMTROP Universitas Palangka Raya Kalimantan Tengah.
Factors Influencing the Attitudes of Rice Farmers in Langrod County towards Organic Agriculture Askari Bozayeh, Fatemeh; Nobakht Haghighi, Shahab; Amrulloh, Hanif; Kioumarsi, Hamed; Mohammadreza Mahdavian, Seyed
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i1.16887

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This research seeks to answer these questions, what are the attitudes of rice farmers in the field of organic farming and what factors influence their attitudes. The statistical population consisted of 500 rice farmers from three mainly rice-growing villages of Langrod county, Gilan province, and the sample size was 211. To select this sample size, simple random sampling was used. The data was collected through a questionnaire. Its face validity was based on a survey of expert opinions. To determine the reliability of the measurement tool, face-to-face interviews were conducted with a sample of 30 people outside of the main sample, and the calculated Cronbach's alpha coefficients confirmed the research tool. Descriptive statistics, correlation tests, and factor analysis were used in SPSS 22 software to analyze the data. Deviation distance from the mean method was used to group the attitudes of rice farmers. The results showed that 18% of the respondents have a negative attitude towards organic agriculture, about 70% have a somewhat positive attitude, and about 12% have a completely positive attitude, and the attitude of the surveyed farmers is influenced by the factors of caring for nature and preserving the soil fertility, the quality and quantity of agricultural products, the value and importance of rural landscapes, traditionalism, the desire to preserve past customs and traditions, and the impact of personal experiences which account for 19.60, 11.44, 9.25, 9.06 and 8.98 percent of the explained variance, respectively.
Food Safety Alert: Traces of Formalin and Rhodamine B Found in Children's Snacks Near Schools in Lubuklinggau, South Sumatra Agustina , Sephia Eka Putri; Devira , Yolanda; Tiwi , Irma Abellia Agus; Serang, Yitro; Novita Sunarti, Riri; Syafri , Ronny; Velina, Yessy
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i2.16590

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Security food is an important global issue, especially in the context of snack child school. The research aims to test the existence of content material addition food, such as formalin and rhodamine B, in snacks school at Public Elementary School 58 Lubuklinggau City. Testing was done using descriptive qualitative with a special test kit to detect formalin and rhodamine B content in various types of snacks. Research results show that all sample snacks from Elementary School 58 Lubuklinggau City negative contain formalin and rhodamine B. This is to signify that snacks sold at SDN 58 Lubuklinggau City are safe for consumption by children, but education for the community still needs to be done to prevent children from snacking carelessly. Education this can give through inspection laboratory tours and activities Communication, Information and Education (KIE) by the POM Center in Lubuklinggau City has contributed positively to increasing awareness among​ the public about choosing safe food​ for children in school.
Keanekaragaman dan Sebaran Nepenthes di Hutan Pendidikan Hampangen Universitas Palangka Raya, Kalimantan Tengah Muhammad Hanafi; Sunariyati, Siti; Rizki, Muhammad
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i2.19571

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This study aims to identify Nepenthes species' diversity and distribution to analyze spatial dispersion patterns in Hampangen Educational Forest, University of Palangka Raya. The study used an explorative method using purposive sampling techniques in three observation sites. Environmental parameters such as air temperature, humidity, and soil pH were measured to analyze habitat conditions. The results indicate the presence of four Nepenthes species: Nepenthes gracilis, Nepenthes rafflesiana, Nepenthes ampullaria, and Nepenthes mirabilis. The distribution of these species varies across different observation sites, with N. ampullaria being the specifically distributed species. Habitat characteristics show that these Nepenthes thrive in secondary peat swamp forests. This research provides baseline data for conservation efforts and further ecological studies.
Addressing Biodiversity and Sustainability: Challenges and Opportunities in Asia Bahareh Rafiei; Kioumarsi, Hamed; Amrulloh, Hanif; Hadis Ahmadnia; Marzieh Alidoust Pahmedani; Zeynab Kazemkhah Hasankiadeh
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i2.19584

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Asia is marked by high biodiversity. At the same time, it suffers from serious multi-factor threats to such biodiversity. Forest ecosystems and their species are threatened due to large-scale land conversion to plantations of agriculture. Land conversion to grasslands due to livestock activities leads to habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity. In addition, global warming is linked to the expansion of pest infestations, resulting in increased application of pesticides that negatively impacts biodiversity. Climate change also facilitates the dissemination of vector-borne disease, further endangering wildlife and human health. Besides, climate change has accelerated biodiversity loss in Asia through alteration of ecosystems, coral bleaching, and melting of Himalayan glaciers threatening freshwater ecosystems. Increased temperature and extreme weather conditions pose a great threat to species survival. Although the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) do emphasize the need for biodiversity conservation, this has been outlined in Goal 15, Life on Land, and Goal 14, Life Below Water. In tackling these goals, Asia has a Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020 and Global Biodiversity Framework; in core protection ecosystems ensure sustainable development. Much more could be done in reversing, if not definitely halting, this ongoing loss in this region. In conclusion, agriculture, livestock, and climate change pose immense challenges to the biodiversity of Asia, which acts as a barrier to achieving sustainable development goals. Such challenges require enhanced conservation efforts and the adoption of sustainable practices in different sectors.
Enhancing the Effectiveness of Trichogramma Wasps through Innovative Formulations Seyed Reza Fani; Amrulloh, Hanif; Golbanoo Azizpoor; Kioumarsi, Hamed
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i2.19603

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The mass of Trichogramma wasp larvae, recognized as a vital agent for pest biocontrol in Iran, is produced primarily in the form of Trichocards. These bacteria are utilized for the biocontrol of key and significant pests, such as rice stem borers, corn stem borers, apple worms, and pomegranate fruit worms. However, the application of this formulation presents several drawbacks, including the difficulty of installing cards across fields and orchards, the destruction of larvae by predatory insects, and the sensitivity of larvae to dryness and high temperatures, which can impair the effectiveness of the method. Alternative formulations such as capsules, balls, and liquids have been introduced in various countries to address these application issues. These alternatives offer advantages such as increased durability of larvae under adverse conditions, increased lifespan and efficiency of wasps, reduced production costs, faster operational speed, and greater willingness among farmers and orchardists to adopt biological methods. Given that the method of supplying Trichogramma larvae has remained unchanged in its production stages over the past 30 years in Iran, a continuous dynamic growth trend in the application of Trichogramma wasps will undoubtedly require a reassessment of various supply stages and an improvement in the production process.
A Comparative Study on the Effectiveness of Azotobacter chroococcum and Beijerinckia indica as Biofertilizers for Enhancing the Growth of Alternanthera ficoidea Rikhma Sari, Dwi Nur; Amorim, Dinani
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i2.19878

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The increasing global demand for food has driven the development of environmentally friendly technologies in agriculture, one of which involves the use of nitrogen-fixing bacteria-based biofertilizers. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two nitrogen-fixing bacterial species, Azotobacter chroococcum and Beijerinckia indica, in enhancing the growth of red spinach (Alternanthera ficoidea) in acidic soil conditions. The results revealed that treatments with various concentrations of bacterial inoculants did not have a statistically significant effect on plant height, based on a two-way ANOVA test (α > 0.05). However, descriptively, B. indica demonstrated more optimal performance compared to A. chroococcum and their combination, particularly at a concentration of 15 mL, which produced the highest plant height (31.00 cm). B. indica exhibited better survival and functionality in acidic soil (pH 4–4.5), whereas A. chroococcum was less efficient under such conditions. These findings underscore the importance of selecting bacterial strains that are compatible with specific soil characteristics to enhance the efficacy of biofertilizers and support the growth of ornamental plants such as A. ficoidea.
Teknik Isolasi DNA dari Daging Ikan Salmon (Oncorhynchus masou) Tuna (Thunnus obesus) dan Tongkol (Euthynnus affinis) Menggunakan Metode Spin Column Estinia, Ardra Khonsa; Safwanah, Filzah Audi; Ubaidillah, Muhammad Khoiron; Fatimah, Candra Resti; Purnama, Erlix Rakhmad
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v3i2.19891

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi efektivitas metode spin column dalam isolasi DNA dari jaringan daging ikan Salmon (Oncorhynchus masou), Tuna (Thunnus obesus), dan Tongkol (Euthynnus affinis), tiga spesies bernilai ekonomi tinggi di sektor perikanan Indonesia. Isolasi DNA dilakukan menggunakan metode spin column dengan kit Tianamp, melalui tahapan lisis jaringan daging ikan, presipitasi DNA, pencucian kontaminan, dan elusi akhir, kemudian dianalisis kuantitas dan kemurniannya menggunakan spektrofotometri pada panjang gelombang 260/280 nm. Hasil menunjukkan konsentrasi DNA berkisar 50.8–183.3 ng/μL (rata-rata 109.3 ng/μL), namun kemurnian DNA (A260/A280) berada pada kisaran 1.19–1.83 (rata-rata 1.46), mengindikasikan kontaminasi protein/RNA. Ikan Salmon menunjukkan kemurnian tertinggi (1.83), sedangkan Tongkol memiliki konsentrasi tertinggi (183.3 ng/μL) tetapi kemurnian terendah (1.19). Diduga faktor pemanasan dan inhibitor sebagai penyebab rendahnya kemurnian DNA pada penelitian ini. Rekomendasi optimasi meliputi modifikasi suhu inkubasi, penggunaan fenol-kloroform, dan pengelolaan pasca-panen. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi dalam pengembangan teknik isolasi DNA untuk aplikasi biologi molekuler dan industri perikanan.
Agriculture, Food Systems, and Sustainable Development in Asia: Challenges and Pathways Kioumarsi, Hamed; Gholipour Fereidouni, Hassan; Moradi, Arman; Fatiqin, Awalul; Rafiei, Bahareh; Pahmedani, Marzieh Alidoust
Journal of Biotropical Research and Nature Technology Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Borneo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52850/borneo.v4i1.22752

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This review analyzes different aspects of agriculture, food systems, and sustainable development in Asia, a geographically variable, economically booming, and ecologically very diverse continent. The review considers progress as well as regional systems regarding sustainable development, organic crop, and livestock farming systems along with cropping. It also addresses the consequences of climate change on fish and aquaculture, the control of soil and carbon sequestration, and the effects on the availability of food. Further, the review discusses microbial science in supporting the development of sustainable and resilient food systems, food diversity and quality, while also critically examining the challenges and gains of implementing sustainable agriculture. Asian countries are confronting important development challenges and need to move toward sustainable and resilient food systems immediately. While significant progress has been achieved in reducing poverty, ensuring food security, and modernizing agricultural, numerous challenges still remain, including the impacts of climate change, environmental degradation, loss of biodiversity, and malnutrition. The prevailing production-focused models of input intensification as well as linear resource use cannot adequately address these interlinked challenges. Sustainable agriculture and food systems in Asia can be achieved through a multi-dimensional strategy. This would include developing and instituting policy systems that make green and inclusive practice more effective, prioritizing the benefits to the smallholder farmer. Technology and social innovation, such as upscaling climate-smart agriculture, digitalization, and knowledge-sharing mechanisms, are essential for enhancing productivity and resilience. Promoting regional and global cooperation through cross-border association, emergency funds, and knowledge transfer mechanisms is essential in order to mitigate shocks and stimulate development. Also essential are strategic public and private investments to modernize infrastructure, support research programs, and grant vulnerable populations autonomy. Ultimately, an overall approach that fosters cooperation between governments and people is essential for propelling sustainable food and agriculture systems towards a more resilient world.