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This Community Service Program aimed to enhance the productivity of broomstick craftsmen in Karang Rejo Village by innovating a coconut leaf separator tool and developing an online sales module. Traditionally, the separation process was manual, labor-intensive, and time-consuming, limiting production and income. The team designed a simple yet effective tool that increased daily output from 1–5 bundles to 6–7 bundles. Additionally, a digital sales module using platforms like Shopee was introduced to expand market reach. As a result, the local community improved production efficiency and gained new knowledge in modern marketing strategies. This program not only empowers the community economically and technologically but also promotes environmental sustainability by utilizing coconut leaves as economic resources. By applying appropriate technology and a digital approach, this initiative serves as a replicable model of village empowerment through local innovation, contributing to long-term economic growth and ecological awareness in rural areas.

This study aims to determine the effect of coconut pulp and seawater compost on the growth of lettuce (Lactuca Sativa L). This type of research uses a quantitative method. Based on the results of the study, the treatment of coconut pulp and seawater compost on the most optimal plant height is the treatment on the 28th day because there is the greatest potential difference in treatment compared to other days and the treatment of coconut pulp and seawater compost on the optimal number of leaves is the treatment on the 42nd day, especially in treatment 5 which produces the highest number of leaves.

Oil palm is a key commodity supporting Indonesia’s economy through exports and employment. The industry’s success depends heavily on the selection of superior seedlings, which determine productivity, crop quality, and resistance to pests and diseases. Manual selection, however, often leads to subjectivity and inconsistency due to limited human resources and genetic variation. To address this, the study applies the Naïve Bayes algorithm for classifying oil palm seedlings based on seven variables: height, stem diameter, number of leaves, leaf color, disease resistance, root growth, and fruit yield. Using an explanatory quantitative method, the study follows seven stages: identifying problems, literature review, collecting 1,000 data entries from PT Intitama Berlian Perkebunan, data pre-processing, system modeling (UML), algorithm implementation, and evaluation using a confusion matrix and black box testing. Data was split into 80% training and 20% testing. The Naïve Bayes-based classification achieved 95% accuracy and perfect recall (1.00) for the superior seedling class. However, its performance on the minority class (non-superior seedlings) was weaker due to dataset imbalance. Black box testing verified all system functions worked correctly, enabling effective and efficient use by administrators. The study concludes that Naïve Bayes improves objectivity, efficiency, and accuracy in seedling selection. Nonetheless, attention is needed on data balancing and optimization to maintain consistent performance across classes. This system shows strong potential as a decision-support tool in plantations and promotes digital transformation in agricultural processes.

Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq) is a key strategic commodity in Indonesia, playing a vital role in national exports and supporting various industries, including food production and renewable energy. Harvesting is a critical phase in oil palm cultivation, and its outcomes are significantly influenced by agronomic practices and environmental conditions, such as waterlogging. This study aimed to compare oil palm yields between waterlogged and non-waterlogged fields and to assess the statistical significance of any differences observed. The research was conducted at Tanjung Buluh Estate, Division 3 of PT Socfin Indonesia, located in Teluk Mengkudu, North Sumatra. A Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) was employed, focusing on a single factor: land condition (waterlogged vs. non-waterlogged). Results showed that the average fresh fruit bunch (FFB) yield from non-waterlogged plots was 109.4 kg, notably higher than the 78.9 kg recorded in waterlogged areas. A T-test yielded a P-value of 0.0929, approaching the 10% significance threshold, suggesting that waterlogging can potentially reduce oil palm productivity.  

Kelapan Island, located in Kumbung Village, has great potential as a sustainable tourism destination. Natural beauty, biodiversity, and unique local culture are the main attractions. This study aims to analyze the potential and development strategies of Kelapan Island as a sustainable tourism destination. The method used is a qualitative descriptive method including field observation, interviews with local people, and literature analysis. The results of the study indicate that community-based management, environmental conservation, and effective promotion can increase tourist attractions without damaging the ecosystem. In conclusion, Kelapan Island has great potential to develop as an economically profitable and sustainable ecotourism destination.

This research was conducted on Jalan Tampok, Tanjung Selamat Village, Sunggal District, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra. A non-factorial Randomized Block Design  was used, consisting of only one factor, with five treatments and four replications: 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 liters of coconut water fertilizer. The results showed that the use of coconut water fertilizer had no significant effect on plant height 1, 2, and 3 weeks after planting, and fruit weight per plot. However, it had a highly significant effect on plant height 4 and 5 weeks after planting, stem diameter, number of leaves, and root length.   In general, increasing the dosage of coconut water POC tends to result in a better growth response during the vegetative phase of the plant. This suggests that the natural hormones in coconut water can support plant cell division and elongation. However, plant response to treatment is still influenced by environmental factors and dosage, so not all parameters show a significant effect. Further research is needed to determine the optimal dosage that is more effective on production yields.

The Indonesian palm oil industry plays a strategic role as a major supporter of the national economy through its contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), job creation, and rural infrastructure development. This article discusses in depth three main aspects: the economic benefits provided by the palm oil industry; challenges that include environmental issues, land conflicts, climate change, and regulation and productivity; and opportunities such as bioenergy development, diversification of derivative products, and utilization of technology and degraded land. The analysis also covers the role of technological innovation and human resource investment as key to the sustainability of this industry amidst global price fluctuations and international pressures on sustainability. With a data-driven approach and scientific literature review, this article highlights the importance of systemic transformation in the management of the palm oil industry to ensure competitiveness, environmental sustainability, and the welfare of local communities in the future.

Oil palm plants (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) are one of Indonesia's leading commodities which have quite high productivity as a producer of vegetable oil, as well as being a source of foreign exchange for the country and employment for the community. The aim of the study was to determine the effect of urea, KCl and chicken manure on the growth of oil palm seedlings. The research location was conducted on Jalan Tapak Lebar I Rt.04, Sidorejo Village, Lubuklinggau Barat II District, Lubuklinggau City, South Sumatra, from September to December 2024. Treatment P1 = No treatment, P2 = Urea fertilizer 5 g/plant, P3 = KCl fertilizer 5 g/plant, P4 = Chicken manure 250 g/plant, P5 = Urea fertilizer 5 g + KCl 5 g/plant, P6 = Urea fertilizer 5 g + chicken manure 250 g/plant, and P7 = KCl fertilizer 5 g + chicken manure 250 g/plant. Each sample treatment consisted of 3 seedlings and was repeated 3 times. Using a non-factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD), Duncans Multiple Range Test (DMRT). The administration of urea fertilizer at a dose of 5 g/plant and chicken manure at a dose of 250 g/plant gave the best effect on all observation variables, namely: increase in height, increase in the number of leaf stalks, stem diameter, number of leaflets, length of leaflets.  

The purpose of the study was to analyze the impact of the crude palm oil export ban on the income of oil palm farming businesses in Danau Embat Village, Maro Sebo Ilir District. The study was conducted from January 2023 to August 2023. The types of data used were primary data and secondary data. The sample determination was carried out by simple random sampling. Data analysis was carried out qualitatively and quantitatively. Quantitative analysis was carried out using the Paired Sample t Test (Test of two paired average differences). The results of the analysis of the two average differences test were significant for oil palm farming business income between before and after the CPO export ban, this can be seen from the significant value of 0.001 which is smaller than the probability value (α) of 0.05, which means that the impact of the CPO export ban has an effect on the decline in the income of oil palm farming businesses on smallholder plantations in Danau Embat Village. The CPO export ban should be reviewed because it will have an impact on the income of oil palm farmers.

Fungal infections, such as those caused by Curvularia, can interfere with the vegetative growth and reduce the quality of oil palm seedlings, particularly in the main nursery phase. One solution to improve resistance to pathogens and support vegetative growth is by applying the right foliar fertilizer. This study aimed to determine the effect of Kenfolan foliar fertilizer application on vegetative growth and the level of Curvularia infection in oil palm seedlings during the main nursery phase. The study used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with five treatments of Kenfolan fertilizer concentrations: 0 ml/L (P1), 1 ml/L (P2), 2 ml/L (P3), 3 ml/L (P4), and 4 ml/L (P5), each repeated three times. The parameters measured included seedling height, stem diameter, number of fronds, and the percentage of Curvularia infection. Data analysis was performed using ANOVA followed by Duncan’s Multiple Range Test (DMRT) at a 5% significance level. The results showed that treatment P4 (3 ml/L) provided the best vegetative growth, with seedling height reaching 40.07 cm, stem diameter of 1.58 cm, and an average of 4.25 fronds. Additionally, treatments P3 (2 ml/L) and P4 (3 ml/L) successfully suppressed Curvularia infection, with no infection found in these treatments. In contrast, treatment P1 (control) showed the highest infection level of 33%, while P5 (4 ml/L) increased the infection compared to P3 and P4. Based on the results, the application of Kenfolan foliar fertilizer at a dose of 3 ml/L (P4) was the most effective in improving vegetative growth and suppressing Curvularia infection in oil palm seedlings in the main nursery phase.

This Community Service Program aims to provide spiritual and pastoral education to the congregation of Gereja Kristus Ketapang Pos Kelapa Gading in addressing the challenges of addiction in the modern era. Addiction is not merely related to technology or substance abuse, but reflects deeper issues of the heart, identity, and life direction. This activity employed a communicative and contextual lecture approach, with an emphasis on biblical values based on Ephesians 5:1–3 and Philippians 4:8–9. God's Word calls believers to live in love, purity, and self-control, directing their minds toward things that are noble and uplifting. The program also highlighted the importance of spiritual disciplines, involvement in healthy communities, and a lifestyle that reflects Christ's love. The church is expected to serve as a place of healing rather than judgment and to actively provide education and guidance that empowers the congregation. The outcome of this activity showed a positive response from participants, marked by personal reflection and renewed commitment to live out Christian values in everyday life.

This research aims to explain the dynamics of political economic space in the development of jogging tracks in the coastal border area of Kelapa Lima, Kupang City. In line with research, this research uses descriptive qualitative, in qualitative research using data collection techniques in the form of observation, documentation, and interviews from several informants. The author sees that the problem of building a jogging track in the coastal border area of Kelapa Lima is experiencing resistance from the surrounding community, therefore the author wants to dig deeper into the problems that occur in building a jogging track in the coastal border area of Kelapa Lima. From the research results, it can be concluded that the spatial practice indicators that occur cause local communities to be eliminated from that space, while the spatial representation indicators do not match what the community expects and the spatial representation indicators only benefit the government. Government domination causes people in coastal areas to experience cultural subjugation, just as government domination causes people to be eliminated.

The purpose of this research is to analyze the modus operandi of motorcycle theft crime in Kupang City and its prevention pattern (case study of Kelapa Lima Police Station). This research is an empirical legal research that directly observes the research location to find out the facts that occur in the field. The research data sources are primary data and secondary data which are then analyzed descriptively qualitatively. The results showed that the modus operandi of overcoming the crime of theft of motorized vehicles in the jurisdiction of the Kelapa Lima Police was iron scissors, using kunji t, using fake contact kunji, using leasing services (debtcolletor). Of all the cases of crime modus operandi of motorcycle theft above has 40 cases of different types of modes. Countermeasures carried out by law enforcement or police officers include pre-emtif efforts, which are initial efforts made by the police to prevent crime by instilling good values and norms so that these norms are internalized in each person. Preventive, These preventive efforts are a follow-up to pre-emtif efforts which are still in the prevention stage before the crime occurs. Preventive efforts that are emphasized are eliminating opportunities to commit crimes. Repressive, The countermeasures taken are by taking action against the perpetrators of crime in accordance with their actions and correcting them so that they realize that their actions are unlawful and detrimental to society.

This study aims to examine the effect of varying the length of oil palm empty fruit bunch (EFB) fibers on the mechanical properties and macrostructure of Palmfiber Reinforced Concrete (PRC) as an alternative to Glassfiber Reinforced Concrete (GRC). EFB fibers were selected due to their abundance, eco-friendliness, and potential to enhance the mechanical properties of lightweight concrete. The methods employed include flexural testing and macrostructural observation using five fiber length variations (3 cm, 4 cm, 5 cm, 6 cm, and 7 cm). The results show that a fiber length of 5 cm produced the highest flexural stress of 11.78 kg/cm², while a length of 4 cm yielded the highest modulus of elasticity at 162.2 kg/cm². Macrostructural observations revealed good bonding between fibers and matrix in most specimens, although performance differences were observed due to fiber distribution and manual compaction processes. In conclusion, fiber length affects the mechanical performance of PRC, yet production process optimization is necessary to achieve more consistent results.

Harvesting is a crucial stage in the palm oil production process that impacts the efficiency and productivity of the plantation. Choosing the right harvesting method can increase the effectiveness of time and labor. This study compares harvesting efficiency using manual and mechanized methods by measuring the duration of fruit harvest and transportation time to the collection point (TPH). This study was conducted in November–December 2024 at PT. Kencana Sawit Indonesia, located in Talao Sungai Kunyit, South Solok, West Sumatra. The equipment used included stationery, a stopwatch, and data related to working time and harvest results. Data were collected through direct observation. The analysis was carried out using the t-student statistical test to evaluate the difference in working time between the manual and mechanized methods. The results showed that harvesting with mechanization was more efficient than the manual method. The difference in harvest time reached 12 seconds per bunch with a P value of 0.0002, while the transportation time to the TPH was 23.48 minutes faster per ton with a P value <0.0001. Monthly production with mechanization averaged 48.69 tons, while the manual method only produced 38.13 tons per month. Thus, the use of mechanized harvesting methods has proven to be faster in the harvesting process, fruit transportation, and increasing monthly production results. The implementation of mechanization can be a strategic step to increase operational efficiency and productivity of oil palm plantations.

This study discusses the communication strategy of the Street Workout Velo community in increasing awareness of the Kelapa Gading community about the importance of exercise, especially through calisthenics. A less active urban lifestyle can reduce health, so this community offers a flexible and affordable sports alternative. The study used a qualitative descriptive method with observation, interview, and documentation study techniques. The analysis is based on the four-stage communication strategy theory of Cutlip, Center, and Broom, namely fact-finding, strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation. The results of the study show that this community uses social media such as Instagram, TikTok, and Google Maps as the main means of disseminating information and sports campaigns. In addition, face-to-face communication through discussions and direct invitations is also applied to attract community participation. This strategy has proven effective in increasing community awareness and involvement in calisthenics. This study is expected to be a reference for other sports communities in developing communication strategies to increase awareness of the importance of health and exercise.

The aim of this research is to find out what factors influence farmers to convert cocoa plantation land into oil palm plantations in Tinondo District, East Kolaka Regency. The sample used was 32 farmers. The data analysis used is multiple linear regression analysis. The research results can be concluded that the factors that cause the conversion of cocoa land to oil palm are the area of ​​cocoa land, farming experience, environmental factors and regulatory factors. Partially using the t test, cocoa land area with a significant value of 0.000, farming experience with a significant value of 0.000, environmental factors with a significant value of 0.025 and regulatory factors with a significant value of 0.000 in the positive direction and the calculated t value is greater than the t table shows that these variables has a significant influence and is the cause of farmers converting cocoa land into oil palm.

Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the ten diseases that most frequently causes death worldwide. This disease is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and lasts a long time. Indonesia ranks third in the world in terms of the number of people suffering from tuberculosis, behind India, China and India. In East Nusa Tenggara, the most cases of tuberculosis are found in Kupang City, and Oesapa Village is one of the places where cases are still quite high. With so many TB cases still occurring, public knowledge about the symptoms, transmission and treatment of the disease is still lacking. It is hoped that empowering teenagers as health drivers will increase public awareness, especially teenagers, about prevention, symptom monitoring, and discovery and treatment of tuberculosis. Tuberculosis education can help teenagers understand the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy lifestyle to reduce TB transmission (1). This community service activity aims to increase youth knowledge and attitudes about pulmonary TB through comprehensive counseling, structured information, and youth empowerment. They also monitor communities for TB symptoms, especially children(2) The results of the activity show that the level of understanding among teenagers about TB disease has increased from 35 percent to 85 percent. There were no TB symptoms at the monitoring stage in the community, especially teenagers, and everyone was in good health. It is hoped that peer cadres (adolescents) can adopt a clean and healthy lifestyle and become pioneers in monitoring the symptoms of tuberculosis in the community to make it easier to find, handle and treat. Peer cadres can transfer information about pulmonary TB to the community, especially teenagers, by implementing Clean and Healthy Living Behavior

This study aims to determine the process of making oil palm empty fruit bunch briquettes through variations in tapioca flour as an alternative material, through the stages of research which include briquette making, namely drying, carbonization and printing. Briquette characterization includes proximate tests, namely water content, ash content, calorific value and densit. From the results of the proximate test at a ratio of 91:9, it shows that the quality of oil palm empty  fruit bunch biochar briquettes with a moisture content of 7.07%, ash content of 8.769%, calorific value of 5850.2 cal/g and density of 0.55 g/cm3. The utilization of oil palm empty fruit bunches not only reduces waste, but also provides a solution for sustainable energy needs.

Particularly in tropical nations like Indonesia and Malaysia, oil palm plantations have grown to be a significant economic sector worldwide. Although these plantations offer substantial economic advantages, there are a number of environmental effects associated with their growth that must be taken into account. The ecological effects of oil palm plantations, such as deforestation, biodiversity loss, greenhouse gas emissions, and air and land pollution, are covered in this article. It also covers mitigation techniques, such the use of sustainable farming methods, ecosystem poisoning, and ecosystem restoration, to strike a balance between financial gains and environmental extinction. Without compromising its financial gains, the palm oil sector may grow in a more ecologically responsible way with the correct strategy.