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The Effect of Managerial Ownership, Company Size, and Profitability on Firm Value With Profit Management as Moderation Variables
Authors: Ayem Sri , Seldis Yasinta Angelina
Published: July 2023

Increasing the value of the company is carried out to obtain profits (profit).  This research proves that managerial ownership of firm size and profitability to firm value: Profit management as a moderating variable. The purpose of this study is to determine managerial ownership, company size, profitability to company value and also to determine the effect of profit management as a moderate variable in moderating managerial ownership, company size and profitability to company value. Manufacturing companies in the Food and Beverag subsector listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) in 2018-2020 are the samples used in this study. Sampling using purposive sampling method and obtained 13 companies with data processing 31 annual financial statements and annual reports. This research method uses multiple linear analysis and moderate regression analysis. Data analysis using descriptive statistics, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression, hypothesis testing and absolute analysis value tests using SPSS version 20.The results prove that managerial ownership has no effect on company value, company size variables have a positive effect on company value, profitability variables have no effect on company value. Profit management variables weaken the influence of managerial ownership on company value, profit management can strengthen the positive influence of company size on company value, profit management can weaken the effect of profitability on company value.
The Influence of Financial Literacy and Financial Behavior on Student Investment Decisions In Surabaya In Investment Company Digital-Based
Authors: Romadhani Nur Azizah , Handini Sri
Published: July 2023

Financialiterations as knowledge, skills, and beliefs that influence attitudes and behaviors to improve the quality of decision-making and financial management in order to achieve well-being. This study aims to determine the influence of financial literacy and financial behavior on student investment decisions in Surabaya in digital-based investment companies both partially and simultaneously. This research is a type of quantitative research using primary data. The population in this study is all students in Surabaya who invest in digital-based investment companies, the number of samples is 150 respondents with a sampling method of purposive sampling techniques where samples are taken with certain considerations, data collection techniques in the form of questionnaires. The primary data source is an online questionnaire distributed to respondents. This data analysis technique uses instrument tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, F tests, t tests, and R2 determinant coefficient tests. The results of this study show that  financial literacy has  a partial effect on student investment decisions in Surabaya in digital-based investment companies, financial behavior has a partial  effect  on student investment decisions in Surabaya in digital-based investment companies, and  Financial literacy and financial behavior simultaneously affect the investment decisions of students in Surabaya in digital-based investment companies.
Tafsir of Qur'anic Verses on Consumption
Authors: Samsuriadi Samsuriadi , Abubakar Achmad , Khalid Rusydi
Published: July 2023

The Qur'an is a source of excavation and development of Islamic teachings in various dimensions of human life.  This paper tries to develop economic studies from an economic point of view based on the interpretation of the Qur'an. As a methodology, tafsir plays an important role in order to develop the discipline of Islamic economics. The model of economic interpretation derived from the thematic interpretation of the Qur'an is developed through four phases including; Classification of Qur'anic verses related to economics, understanding them based on chronology, micro and macro context, and socioeconomic contextualization. In summary, this paper reveals that consumption behavior in the Qur'an is harmoniously regulated, gradual and systematically to propose a new model of consumption for Muslims through Islamic consumption behavior.
Development of Electrical Measuring Instruments Practicum Modules Based on Science Process Skills for Physics Students
Authors: Deswita Pipi , Suari Muharmen , Zamista Adelia Alfama
Published: July 2023

This research aims to develop practicum modules based on science process skills. Science process skills are an approach to learning that is designed so that students can find facts and build concepts and theories. In this science process skill, students are trained to be involved in scientific activities and become independent individuals. The development model in this study is the 4D model. The research subjects were 39 third-semester students who had taken the course on electrical measuring instruments. The instruments in this study were validation sheets (to determine product validity) and student and lecturer response questionnaire sheets (to measure product practicability). The results showed that the product, in the form of a practicum module based on Science Process Skills, was both valid and practical. The module validity was in the very valid category, with an average score of 83.14%. The practicality test for using modules for students was very practical (83.3%). The lecturer response questionnaire was in the very practical category, with a percentage of 81.25%. So, this practicum module is valid and practical and can be used to train students' Science Process Skills, especially in the material of electrical measuring instruments.
Family Instability: A Study of Livelihoods during the Covid-19 Pandemic in Tanah Datar Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Elimartati Elimartati , Rahmi Nailur , Nopiardo Widi , Firdaus Firdaus , Fronzoni Vasco
Published: July 2023

The Covid-19 pandemic resulted in a decrease in family income. Thus, it gave birth to various forms of difficulties in meeting family needs. Through research, the process of how families survived in earning a living during the Covid-19 pandemic was described. The process included the types of difficulties, impact, and solutions to the difficulties encountered. A qualitative approach was used in conducting this study in which the primary and secondary data were obtained using observation techniques, interviews, focus group discussion, and documentation. The research findings showed that there were three difficulties faced by families from a decrease in their income during the Covid-19 pandemic: difficulties in developing businesses, low family purchasing power, and increasing family needs. These three things then led to family instability with the emergence of conflicts such as domestic violence and divorce which continued to increase during the Covid-19 pandemic. Due to the difficulties, the family made creative business adjustments and got help. Families made business adjustments by looking for alternative sources of income, while external assistance was obtained from community and government institutions. This paper concludes that the creativity developed to meet family needs during a pandemic is urgently needed so that families can continue to survive in difficult conditions.
The Role of Muslim Generation Community at Zakat Collection on Realizing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Era of Digital Society 5.0
Authors: Rizal Rizal , Ghofur Ruslan Abdul , Utami Pertiwi
Published: July 2023

The large potential of zakat funds can support the government’s efforts in alleviating poverty. However, its management has not been seen optimally even though BAZNAS has been designated as the official agency and the only non-structural government agency that manages zakat. This study aims to investigate the important role of the human generation who are members of the Muslim community in collecting zakat at the BAZNAS in the era of digital society 5.0 to realize the SDGs. This study uses a literature study method with library data collection techniques, reading and taking notes, and managing research materials by tracing written sources that have been previously written. This study uses content analysis techniques to obtain written information that focuses on four dimensions, namely human generation, Muslim community, zakat collection, and sustainable development goals. The findings reveal that two generations of humans are members of the Muslim community that have the potential to increase zakat collection. Deeper, Maqāṣid shari’āh as the essence of Islamic law through the values of justice, freedom, and human rights of the Muslim community will support the goal of collecting zakat. The novelty of this research found that building the strength and glory of BAZNAS in the era of digital society 5.0 requires strong social ties from the entire Muslim generation community, especially the younger generation community. The main contribution of this research highlights the ‘zakat movement’ led by BAZNAS to pay more attention to the role of the millennial Muslim generation community and iGeneration in supporting zakat empowerment programs to realize Sustainable Development Goals.
Female Imam and Khatib: The Shifting in Worship Traditions from Progressive to Conservative in Sungai Landia, West Sumatra, Indonesia
Authors: Busyro Busyro , Arsal Arsal , Imran Maizul , Mohamad Mohd Nasran , Rosman Edi , Amin Saiful
Published: July 2023

The changes in the implementation of eid prayers in Sungai Landia by abolishing women’s rights to become imam and khatib do not necessarily eliminate the progressive sides of Sungai Landia women. This study aims at exploring the persistence of progressive sides in the transition process of eid prayer tradition from female imam and khatib to conservative fiqh provisions. This research is qualitative in nature with the main data obtained from community leaders and women from Sungai Landia. The data analysis was carried out using a descriptive method. This study concludes that the process of changing to conservative fiqh was carried out by going through the stages of fiqh scientific deepening and socialization for four years to avoid chaos in society. The community began to realize their mistake because of criticism from various parties. The criticisms were not only from the local community, but also from the ulama who were invited to give religious lectures. Sungai Landia women accepted the change with the condition that male and female congregations must still be separate in implementing eid prayers even though the imam and khatb are men. There are progressive sides that are still maintained by paying attention to aspects of gender equality and social justice to create peace in worship as evidenced by the existence of public recognition for women to be separate from men in carrying out the eid prayers.
Pecoah Kohon: The Restriction on Inter-Cousins Marriage in Indigenous the Rejang Society
Authors: Mursalin Supardi , Nurjanah Siti , Marune Abraham Ethan Martupa Sahat , Sebyar Muhamad Hasan , Al Kindiya Hina
Published: July 2023

This study aims to examine the prohibition of Pecoah Kohon in the indigenous marriage Rejang tribe. Pecoah Kohon is a union between a man and woman related by blood, namely one grandmother. In this study, the problem emphasized a customary prohibition on the union, regardless of its non-prohibition by Islam. This qualitative-field analysis used a normative-sociological approach, with the implemented data collection techniques prioritizing interviews and documentation. A purposive sampling technique was also used to determine the informants. The results showed that the survival of Pecoah Kohon tradition was due to the socialization carried out by traditional officials in a systematic, structured, and hierarchical pattern toward the Rejang community. Sanctions were also considered quite strict against customary violations. Moreover, the good communication and cooperation between traditional officials and the community was a strong foundation for the preservation of Pecoah Kohon tradition and the Islamic religious insights of the Rejang community were increased. From this context, the debate about the tradition had various meeting points and solutions. This indicated that Pecoah Kohon supporters believed the tradition did not include prohibitions and cancellations of marriage, with its performance considered a tribute and cultural preservation. Religious experts also understood that Pecoah Kohonwas solely a custom and not a belief exceeding or equalling religion, indicating needless argumentative efforts.
Characteristics of Hate Speech and Freedom of Expression in the Perspective of Maqāṣid Al-Sharī’ah
Authors: Purnomo Agus , Sumbulah Umi , Salam Nor , Hulwanullah Hikam
Published: July 2023

This article discusses the model of freedom of speech that is prohibited and categorized as hate speech using the maqāṣid al-sharī’ah approach. The prohibition and sanctioning of hate speech has been a dilemma. On the one hand, it prevents someone from hurting other people’s feelings. On the other hand, it violates freedom of speech. This research is a literature study in which the data were obtained from the texts of the Qur’an. Through normative-empirical and maqāṣid al-sharī’ah approaches, this study reveals that freedom of speech is part of human rights, which in the maqāṣid al-sharī’ah perspective can be categorized as protection of freedom of thought (ḥifẓ al-’aql). However, when freedom of speech is not controlled, it can potentially become hate speech that can threaten another maqāṣid al-sharī’ah, namely the protection of the soul (ḥifẓ al-nafs). The identification and categorization of an action as hate speech or an expression of freedom of speech are based on the benefits. The findings of this study are expected to educate the public in distinguishing between freedom of speech and hate speech according to maqāṣid al-sharī’ah to minimize conflict and hostility.
ChatGPT and AI in the Universities: An Introduction to the Near Future
Authors: Rezaev A. V. , Tregubova N. D.
Published: July 2023

The paper aims to present the theoretical and methodological foundations for developing and implementing artificial intelligence (AI) instruments in higher education within the HumanCentered AI framework and considers ChatGPT as a specific case. It is oriented toward critically analyzing scholarly literature from various disciplines to support a-disciplinary approach to utilizing AI research in higher education. The authors begin by outlining the foundations of the research, then by analyzing the implications of the “lessons” of the COVID-19 pandemic for the development of higher education in the age of AI. This is followed by an analysis of technologies such as ChatGPT that have the potential to radically change higher education in the near future. After that, the authors move on to general remarks about the prospects and challenges of using AI technologies in higher education. The relevance of the research is characterized by the analysis of the latest developments in the field of AI and their possible impact on higher education. The main results of the paper are characteristics of areas in which AI technologies can be implemented in higher education – accreditation and licensing of universities, student recruitment, teaching and learning – as well as areas in which AI technologies should not be used. In conclusion, two hypotheses are formulated, and three general and five specific conclusions about the use of AI technologies in higher education are made.
Strengthening Listening Skills through Learning Reflection: A Practical Guide for Students and Teachers
Authors: Ilmiani Aulia Mustika , Rahman Nur Fuadi , Prasasti Khoeriyah Ajeng
Published: July 2023

This research discusses the steps of Arabic language learning reflection that can improve students' listening skills. The research method used is a qualitative method with a narrative approach. The research data was collected from in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis. The data generated were in the form of interview transcripts, field notes, observation notes, written documents, and video recordings. As for analyzing the data, the researcher used a narrative approach that involved the process of reading and understanding the data that had been collected, then identifying the main patterns and themes that emerged from the data. Furthermore, researchers categorized, compared, and connected these themes to make interpretations and understand the meaning obtained. The findings of this study show that activities such as listening then guessing style, listening then expressing meaning, listening then making sentences, and listening then writing sentences quickly can help improve students' listening skills. This research shows that although the use of innovative methods and media in Arabic language learning is quite diverse, there are still various problems that have not been covered, especially in terms of students' listening skills. The novelty of this study lies in the focus on strengthening learning reflection which can be a guide for teachers to improve the quality of their learning.
Analisis Konten Maharah Kitabah dalam Buku Ajar Bahasa Arab Kementerian Agama
Authors: Syukron Hanif , Ulum Mohammad Samsul , Solihah Mamluatu
Published: July 2023

Keterampilan menulis merupakan salah satu keterampilan terpenting dalam bahasa Arab, bahkan keterampilan ini adalah pencapaian terakhir yang harus dicapai setiap siswa dalam mempelajari bahasa Arab. Oleh karena itu dibutuhkan media pembelajaran buku yang dapat mendukung pencapaian tersebut agar sesuai dengan perencanaan yang telah ditetapkan. Untuk itu penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisa konten pembelajaran keterampilan menulis buku ajar bahasa Arab Kementerian Agama tahun 2020 untuk mengukur tingkat kesesuaian konten pembelajaran keterampilan ini dengan standar penyusunan buku ajar bahasa Arab. Adapun penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif-analitis dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif untuk mencari tingkat kesesuaian buku tersebut dengan standar penyusunan buku ajar bahasa Arab. Hasil yang telah dicapai dalam penelitian ini  adalah dari tujuh poin standar penyusunan konten keterampilan menulis yang ditetapkan Abdurrahman Fauzan terdapat tiga poin yang sesuai dan 3 pon yang lain masih belum dimiliki oleh konten buku tersebut, sedangkan satu poin masih perlu dikembangkan lagi.
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice (KAP) Study for Reducing Invalid Vaccine Doses in Routine Immunization: A Cross-Sectional Study in Urban Slums of Bangladesh
Authors: Sultana Tahmina , Moniruzzaman Md. , Dey Sima Rani
Published: July 2023

This paper aims to assess the parental attitude, knowledge and practice regarding valid vaccination schedules and identify the reason for providing invalid vaccine doses. A cross-sectional, mixed-method study design was used. Among the 456 respondents, 99.34% have good experience in vaccination services, and 95.83% believed that this service increased their children’s immunity. But only 31.36% have proper knowledge about the number of vaccinations provided by the EPI, and only 4.17 % know about invalid vaccine doses. The parent’s knowledge score was significantly associated with mothers’ education (p-value: 0.042) and media exposure (p-value: 0.014). The immunization practice was significantly associated with the number of living children (p-value: 0.004). Our results reveal that more than 90% of respondents have completely no idea about the invalid doses. 96.71% of respondents reported that no one informed them about the invalid dose of the vaccine. The service providers opined that service charges, urban-living people’s mobility, NGO field staff workload, and inadequate EPI training are the major causes of providing invalid vaccine doses in urban slums. It is recommended that the slum authority be engaged with service providers to inform the slum people about the vaccination program to achieve the desired vaccination target.
Quaternionic Bekenstein-Sanders Guage Fields for TeVeS
Authors: Horwitz Lawrence
Published: July 2023

Treating the Bekenstein-Sanders field \(B_\mu\), for which \(B_\mu B^\mu = -1\) as a gauge field requires that the field be non--Abelian. This structure was worked out in a previous publication by Horwitz, Gershon and Schiffer, where an equivalent Kaluza-Klein metric was found for an extended (\(5D\)) spacetime. In this paper, we study a quaternionic formulation of this theory with quaternionic gauge fields and quaternionic wave functions (as discussed in two seminal books by S.L. Adler), thereby establishing a connection between quaternionic quantum mechanics and general relativity.
Factors contributing to labour unrest at the garment factories in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Husain Taha , Uddin Md. Elias , Abir Tanvir , Osuagwu Uchechukwu L , Chowdhury Saber Ahmed , Agho Kingsley
Published: July 2023

Persistent labour unrest among garment workers could influence Bangladesh's economic growth. This study explored the factors contributing to labour unrest among Bangladesh garment factory workers. The items inquiring on the causes of labour unrest subdivided into Worker induced cause (WIC), owner induced cause (OIC), Middleman induced cause (MMIC) and external influence (EI) factors. We examined factors contributing to labour unrest among garment factory workers using hierarchical linear regression analyses. The study found that the mean percentage scores for WIC, OIC, MMIC and EI were 82%, 64%, 59% and 57%, respectively, with an overall mean percentage score of 67% for the causes of labour unrest. Multivariate analyses revealed that, older workers of the garment factories, those working in Nabinagar region (coefficient (β)= -1.71, 95%confidence interval [CI] -3.38, -0.04, p=0.045), workers who disagreed with the labor unions (β = -1.72, 95%CI -3.33, -0.10; p=0.037), and those who paid high accommodation fees (β = -1.92, 95%CI -2.98, -0.86; p<0.0005), were less involved in activities leading to labor unrest in Bangladesh. Respondents who disagreed that all Owner-Induced Cause (OIC) (non-payment, low payment of wages, the imposition of excessive hours, lack of security) and External Influence (EI) variables (site accident, price hike/inflation) contribute to labour unrest in their region were less likely to be involved in activities leading to labour unrest. In conclusion, the approach to prevent factory workers' involvement in activities that lead to labour unrest in Bangladesh should reduce inflation, discourage workers from participating in labour unions, and allow garment worker autonomy, especially the young workers.
Okolo on the Question of African Philosophy and its Periodization
Authors: Ugwu Anayochukwu , Ozoemena Leo Chigozie , Ukwuoma Ikeagwuchi Ikechukwu
Published: July 2023

This paper is an attempt to respond to Okolo’s position that African philosophy arrives at the African-European contact. For Okolo, there is what could be referred to as expressions of philosophic tendencies, not-really-philosophy, called ‘philosophy in Africa’ which has existed in Africa, but real-philosophy begins post-Second World War after the attainment of formal education and critical reflection from the pure act of reasoning, hence ‘African philosophy’. Thus, questions arise: ‘Why, in the first place, questioning philosophy, instead of religion, arts, politics, etc? Why must African philosophy, the expression of African wisdom, be a product of African-European contact? A clear problem in Okolo’s position is the affirmation that everything African, especially the essence of being African which Okolo designates with the term ‘being-with’ is either non-African-originated, not really a philosophy or European-originated. This paper defends the thesis that ‘being’ implicates the ‘facticity of existence’ which is the central focus in philosophizing, and once there ‘is’ in Africa before the African-European contact, there ‘is’ ‘philosophy’ in its real sense. This paper is expected to expose Okolo’s weaknesses and make a proposition that philosophy cannot be dated or periodized, and finally that what is African can commendably sustain Africa. The paper shall adopt philosophical conceptual and contextual analysis and clarifications to evaluate Okolo.
Can electromagnetic fields form tensors in a polarizable medium?
Authors: Franklin Jerrold
Published: July 2023

One of the bases of relativistic electromagnetism is that the electromagnetic fields \(\bf E\) and \(\bf B\) are components of an electromagnetic field tensor \(F^{\mu\nu}\). There is a simple proof of this in the absence of a polarizable medium. It has sometimes been assumed that the fields, \(\bf E\) and \(\bf B\), and their associated fields, \(\bf D\) and \(\bf H\), are also components of tensors in a linearly polarizable medium. In this paper, we question that assumption, and show that a proof that they are components of a tensor fails. Consequently, the fields \(\bf E\), \(\bf B\), \(\bf D\) and \(\bf H\) are not components of a relativistic tensor in a polarizable medium.
A generic view of time travel
Authors: Bhattacharjee Deep , Thakur Soumendra Nath , Samal Priyanka
Published: July 2023

Time itself being the temporal dimensions can be manipulated by means of clever physics to make a time travelling domain in the backyard of your own garden. The principles of this are introduced along with physics, to capture the beauty of time travelling on a grander scale by some arbitrarily modified civilizations in the far-away futures. This starts with the basic notions on the perspectives of time with regard to its implications in the physics of time travel.

COMMENTS: Questioning the conundrums of time travelling and making it possible by emphasizing fiction with mathematics.
Evaluating Hydrologic, Geomorphic, and Vegetation Parameters to Assess Natural, Living, and Hardened Shorelines along the Northern Gulf of Mexico
Authors: Spellmann Gabrielle , Biber Patrick
Published: July 2023

Living shorelines are a way of protecting the shoreline from erosion while supporting the productivity of coastal habitats to maintain their many desirable ecosystem services. We focused on evaluating hardened versus living shorelines for coastal protection and compared them to adjacent natural marsh shorelines suffering excess erosion rates. Living shorelines are a suite of shoreline conservation and restoration techniques, which usually involve a breakwater that dampens wave energy so vegetation can take root and stabilize the shoreline sediments. This synthesis looked at six different sites, all containing a natural, living, and hardened shoreline across two different energy groups (low and high) to see how hydrologic, geomorphic, and vegetative parameters affected shoreline processes. The erosion rate of the coastline and its geomorphic shape were significantly influenced in the two energy groups, with the high energy coastlines eroding more quickly and having a steeper slope. Hardened shorelines were found to have little to no erosion, while natural shorelines had the greatest amount of edge erosion over time. Living shorelines lessened this rate of erosion compared to the natural marsh. The natural and living shorelines were similar in slope and sediment parameters, while hardened shorelines had steep slopes and higher sand content. We found that coastlines with high turbidity, high erosion rates, large wave power, and relative exposure resulted in steeper slopes and a higher percentage of sand in the sediment, but reduced vegetation percent cover and percent of marsh dominant vegetation species. This research increases our knowledge about what environmental conditions may be most suitable for living shorelines, of importance as sea levels rise and increase coastal erosion rates.
Intellectualism without Humanism is more Dangerous than Illiteracy
Authors: Ugwu Anayochukwu , Ozoemena Leo Chigozie , Anyanwu Aloysius Uchechukwu , Ngwoke Hilary Chimezie
Published: July 2023

It is an expectation from those in scholarship to positively lead exemplary lifestyles following the fact that their intellects must have received purification, and nurtured to identify the ‘good’, and subsequently, walk in the way that leads to the ‘good’. That should be the nature of scholarship for its process enlightens the minds, after which one could be referred to as an intellectual, a scholar. But it is unfortunate that this expectation has not been realized, as scholars, in the process of exercising scholarship, lose the essence which gears towards humanism, and become beasty in nature. This calls for a re-evaluation of the nature of scholarship and the expectations of scholars. Where has scholarship or scholarly process got it wrong to inculcate the very opposite of what is expected of its onus, in people participating in it? Is the factor responsible for this, in the process, or environmental dependent, or what scholars have constituted as the nature of scholarship? In answering these questions, this paper defends that it is the emphasis on logicality and criticality in participating in scholarship, and influences from the intellectual products of scholars, expressed in their philosophies of life, theories and ideologies that have encouraged this opposite development of inhumanism. The paper is expected to (1) unravel the already experiencing dangers of this anomaly, (2) advise scholars to toe more, the way of humanism than criticality and logicality of scholarship, and (3) postulate a more humanistic model as an essential scholarly exercise. The paper shall adopt conceptual analysis and a humanistic approach as methods.
Diversity and Inclusion for Innovation-Led Growth
Authors: Singh Sanjay Kumar , Singh VijayLakshmi , Singh Shivendra Sanjay
Published: July 2023

India is currently in a transformative period known as Amrit Kaal. The goal is to develop the country into a fully developed nation by the time it celebrates its 100th year of independence in 2047. This achievement necessitates a gradual shift in the economy from being driven by investment to being driven by innovation. Consequently, India needs to prioritize diversity and inclusion while simultaneously revitalizing and strengthening its higher education system.
Technology for improving degraded mountain meadows and pastures in the Central Caucasus
Authors: Guluyeva Lyudmila
Published: July 2023

Abstract. The authors presented the results of scientific developments and a new device for improving and restoring mountain pasture areas by sowing grass seeds on depleted and thinned grass. The absence of small-sized maneuverable units capable of sowing grass seeds on sparse grass in the mountains was revealed. The purpose of the study is to develop and manufacture a laboratory sample of a block module based on a mini-tractor “Fenshow-180”, for surface sowing of grass seeds. The object of the study is agrotechnical techniques and an aggregate for the introduction of grass seeds, providing accelerated restoration of mountain pasture areas, increasing the yield of perennial grasses and soil resistance to water and wind erosion. The objectives of the research included the substantiation of the technology, the assessment of the effect of sowing grass seeds on the change in the qualitative and quantitative composition of the herbage, the possibility of improving plant nutrition and water-air regime, enriching the fodder herbage by sowing valuable types of herbs. Methodology and methods. The tests were carried out in the mountainous zone of the Republic of North Ossetia – Alania, in areas located at an altitude of 1540 meters above sea level. The planting of herbs was carried out on a rarefied section of the northern slope with a steepness of 160 in the area Sugsadtanrag. A technical examination of the unit was carried out according to the agrotechnical requirements and the terms of reference. The surface application of grass seeds was carried out according to the application standards. Results. It was found that the laboratory sample of the unit meets the agrotechnical requirements and technical specifications, the herbage yield increased in various areas from 90–170 %, the botanical composition of the herbage changed, which affected the quality of feed, provided an increase in the nutritional value of meadow grasses from 0.7 to 2.8–3.5 thousand fodder units/ha, with a content of 120–145 g digestible protein per 1 feed unit of dry mass of feed. The conclusion is made about the expediency of using the developed block module in mountain meadows and pastures with a slope of up to 16°. Scientific novelty. For the first time, a technology has been developed and a small-sized seeder based on a mini-tractor for the restoration of mountain pastures has been manufactured.
Study of the properties of biodegradable alginate films with an active component
Authors: Zinina Oksana , Vishnyakova Elena , Neverova Ol'ga
Published: July 2023

Abstract. Due to the unfavorable environmental situation associated with the accumulation of large volumes of non-recyclable waste, the development of biodegradable materials based on natural polymers is relevant. In addition, the most promising biodegradable films with active properties that allow to increase the shelf life of food. The novelty of the work lies in the addition of an alginate film as an active component of the protein hydrolyzate to the base of the matrix in different concentrations. The purpose of the research is to establish the properties of biodegradable films based on alginate with the introduction of whey protein hydrolyzate as an active component. Methods. In experimental samples of films, the appearance and transparency were determined visually, thickness, microstructure, antioxidant capacity by coulometric titration, solubility and biodegradability in soil. Results. It has been determined that with various additions of protein hydrolyzate (PH) to the composition of the film, its appearance, transparency and microstructure change significantly. The film with the addition of 1% PH turned out to be the optimal sample according to these indicators - transparent, homogeneous, not sticky. The film thickness did not differ significantly and ranged from 0.23 to 0.29 mm. The antioxidant capacity of the films increased with an increase in the content of PH, while the solubility, on the contrary, decreased. The control sample of the film turned out to be the most soluble. It was also found that all film samples are biodegradable, the control sample and the sample with the addition of 1% PH most quickly turned into biohumus. Thus, the use of a protein hydrolyzate as an active component in the composition of the film showed effectiveness in terms of antioxidant properties. In addition, PH also affected other important properties of the films.
4-H Youth Development Programming in Underrepresented Communities
Authors: Spero Vanessa Starr
Published: July 2023

This is part of a series of guides that have been updated with permission from 4-H National Council. This resource guide is designed to be used by Extension professionals and after-school providers to deliver positive youth development programs in underrepresented areas or with underrepresented populations. It includes information on identifying underserved or underrepresented audiences and potential challenges to their participation in 4-H programming. Written by Vanessa Starr Spero, and published by the 4-H Youth Development Department, UF/IFAS Extension, May 2023.
¿Cuánta agua estoy usando para regar mi jardín?
Authors: Taylor Nicholas , Robb Price Kaitlin , Spatz Bradley , Cárdenas Bernardo
Published: July 2023

Esta publicación provee contexto y motivación para reducir la cantidad de agua usada para regar el jardín. Esto se hace proporcionando una estimación de los galones de agua que son utilizados por ciclo de riego en Florida, y luego comparando ese monto de agua con el agua utilizada para actividades comunes al interior del hogar, como ducharse o lavar los platos.
Plant Growth Regulators as a Management Tool in Cotton Production
Authors: Singh Kulpreet , Singh Hardeep , Johnson Libbie , Carter Ethan , Sharma Lakesh , Singh Ravinder
Published: July 2023

This article aims to inform cotton producers, Extension agents, crop advisors, and consultants about the role and management approaches of plant growth regulators in cotton production. Written by Kulpreet Singh, Hardeep Singh, Libbie Johnson, Ethan Carter, Lakesh Sharma, and Ravinder Singh, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, May 2023.
Layout and Design Considerations for a Wholesale Container Nursery
Authors: Russo Christine , Yeager Thomas H. , Ingram Dewayne L. , Steed Shawn
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this publication is to provide nursery professionals considering expansions or those aspiring to start a nursery business with a framework for planning and implementing efficient nursery layouts. Written by Christine E. Russo, Thomas H. Yeager, Dewayne L. Ingram, and Shawn T. Steed, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Environmental Horticulture, revised June 2023.
The Effects of Regulations on the Florida Ornamental Aquaculture Industry Infographic
Authors: Boldt Noah C. , Van Senten Jonathan , Engle Carole R. , Cassiano Eric J. , DiMaggio Matthew A.
Published: July 2023

This infographic accompanies "The Effects of Regulation on Ornamental Aquaculture Farms in Florida" (https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FA248), an Ask IFAS factsheet that discusses the results of a study conducted to measure the impact of regulations on ornamental aquaculture farms in Florida using on-farm data from 2018. Florida’s diverse ornamental aquaculture industry has many unique challenges that set it apart from other aquaculture commodity groups. The numerous production techniques, diversity of species, and various market outlets make the ornamental aquaculture industry an intriguing study in how regulations impact the industry. By understanding regulatory impacts, we can streamline efforts to address them.
What is urban agriculture?
Authors: Papanek Alicia , Campbell Catherine G. , Wooten Hannah
Published: July 2023

This publication discusses the definition of urban agriculture, common characteristics, the types of food produced, commonly used production methods, and the purposes of various types of operations. Written by Alicia Papanek, Catherine G. Campbell, and Hannah Wooten, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, April 2023.
Strategies to Assess and Enhance the Community Food Environment
Authors: Papanek Alicia , Campbell Catherine G. , Shelnutt Karla
Published: July 2023

This document aims to enhance understanding of how community food environments (CFEs) are assessed and to present common strategies used by nonprofits, community organizations, Extension, and local and federal governments to improve CFEs. Written by Alicia Papanek, Catherine G. Campbell, and Karla Shelnutt, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2023.
Characteristics of Commercial Urban Agriculture in Florida
Authors: Campbell Catherine G.
Published: July 2023

This publication provides an overview of the size, production methods, and market channels used by urban farms in Florida. It discusses urban farmers’ perceptions of barriers, opportunities, and needs for their operations. Written by Catherine G. Campbell, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2023.
Colorectal Cancer Prevention: How to Screen for Colorectal Cancer and Why 45 Is the New 50 When It Comes to Screening
Authors: Vilaro Melissa J. , Westring Valeria , Elliot Rebecca M.
Published: July 2023

This article is for adults at average risk of getting colorectal cancer. This article is meant to help readers understand primary prevention and risk reduction approaches. Written by Melissa J. Vilaro, Valeria Westring, and Rebecca M. Elliott, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2023.
Five Motivations to Volunteer: Tips for Volunteer Managers
Authors: Wiley Kimberly , DeMasters Chelsea , Dobbins Colin , Casola Caroline
Published: July 2023

Understanding volunteer motives is especially important today. This article describes five unique motivations to volunteer. Written by Kimberly Wiley, Chelsea DeMasters, Colin Dobbins, and Caroline Casola, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2023.
Victory Gardeners: Food and Gardening as part of a Healthy Lifestyle and Community
Authors: Hunter Maxine , Lester William J. , Wooten Hannah , Harlow Erin E. , Silvasy Tiare , Duncan LuAnn , Elliott Rebecca , DeForge Samantha , Treadwell Danielle
Published: July 2023

Healthy lifestyles, victory gardens, and Blue Zones are familiar terms to most, and each incorporates a holistic approach to human well-being. The therapeutic and nutritional benefits of gardening have long been recognized. After World War I, many service members were treated using horticulture therapy methods. During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals and families turned to gardening as a source of supplemental food and physical and emotional wellness. The benefits of gardening, however, go beyond promoting physical health; they promote a healthful lifestyle. This is a holistic term which encompasses several dimensions of your life, including the spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual, financial, social, and environmental dimensions (Lynch et al., 2021). This publication is a basic guide to incorporating gardening into your lifestyle including planning, planting, and harvesting considerations.
O caracol indiano (Macrochlamys indica): uma nova praga invasora na Florida
Authors: Revynthi Alexandra M. , Ataíde Lívia M. S. , Carrillo Daniel , Seal Dakshina R. , Vassilaros E. Vanessa , Kendra Paul E.
Published: July 2023

O objetivo deste documento é fornecer uma visão geral sobre o Macrochlamys indica Benson), popularmente conhecido como caracol indiano, bem como recomendações para otimizar sua detecção e monitoramento em viveiros de mudas.
O caracol indiano foi detectado em agosto de 2020 no Condado de Miami-Dade (Talamas 2020). Este caracol está atualmente sob regime quarentenário nos Estados Unidos, devido ao seu potencial para se tornar uma praga agrícola e hospedar nematóides parasitas de importância médica (Grewal et al. 2003; Cowie et al. 2009; Jayashankar e Murthy 2015). Um programa para pesquisar, controlar e erradicar o caracol indiano foi implementado pelo Departamento de Agricultura e Serviços ao Consumidor da Flórida, Divisão da Indústria de Plantas (FDACS-DPI). No entanto, o programa de erradicação foi suspenso no final de 2021.
El Caracol Cola de Cuerno (Macrochlamys indica): Una Nueva Plaga Invasiva en Florida
Authors: Revynthi Alexandra M. , Vargas German , Carrillo Daniel , Seal Dakshina R. , Vassilaros E. Vanessa , Kendra Paul E.
Published: July 2023

El propósito de este documento es proveer información general del estado actual del conocimiento del caracol cola de cuerno (Macrochlamys indica Benson) así como recomendaciones para su detección y monitoreo en los viveros. El caracol cola de cuerno fue detectado en agosto del 2020 en el condado de Miami-Dade (Talamas 2020). Este caracol es considerado como una plaga de importancia cuarentenaria en los Estados Unidos debido a que se puede convertir en una plaga agrícola y es potencialmente hospedero de nematodos parásitos de importancia médica (Grewal et al. 2003; Cowie et al. 2009; Jayashankar y Murthy 2015). Un programa de monitoreo, control y erradicación del caracol cola de cuerno fue implementado por la División de Industria Vegetal del Departamento de Agricultura y Servicios al Consumidor del estado de Florida (FDACS-DPI, por sus siglas en inglés). En la actualidad el programa de erradicación ha sido suspendido por parte de FDACS-DPI.
Lilioceris egena (Weise) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Criocerinae) - Biological Control Agent of Air Potato Vine
Authors: Dray Jr. F. Allen , Menocal Octavio , Murray Rosemary , Rohrig Eric , Minteer Carey
Published: July 2023

This publication provides an in-depth profile of the air potato bulbil beetle (suggested common name), a new biological control agent of the air potato vine. It is intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.
Anthracnose on Cucurbits in Florida
Authors: Roberts Pamela D. , Vallad Gary , Zhang Shouan , Dufault Nicholas , Paret Mathews
Published: July 2023

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), cantaloupe or muskmelon (Cucumis melo), squash (Cucurbita pepo), bitter gourd (Momordica charantia), and cucumber (Cucumis sativa) are commonly grown  throughout Florida on both commercial farms and home gardens, while pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima) production is largely limited to north Florida.  Anthracnose on cucurbits, caused by the fungus Colletotrichum orbiculare, is a common disease that occurs worldwide and throughout Florida. While all cucurbits are susceptible to the disease, cucumber, cantaloupe, and watermelon are most frequently affected. This EDIS document provides information regarding the pathogen, disease cycle, diagnostics and symptoms, and an overview of management of this disease on cucucurbits.
An Overview of the Bovine Leukemia Virus
Authors: Renegar Kaitlyn K. , Megahed Ameer A. , Mirzaei Ahmadreza , Bittar João H. Jabur
Published: July 2023

This publication discusses bovine leukemia virus and its prevalence, economic implications, transmission, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control. Written by Kaitlyn K. Renegar, Ameer A. Megahed, Ahmadreza Mirzaei, and João H. Jabur Bittar, and published by the Veterinary Medicine—Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department, UF/IFAS Extension, May 2023.
Diffusion of Innovation Explaining Support for Septic to Sewer System Conversion Programs Among Florida Residents: Lessons for Educators and Related Stakeholders
Authors: Kalauni Dharmendra , Warner Laura , Krimsky Lisa , Rampold Shelli , Pasula Sravani
Published: July 2023

Water quality impaired by excess nutrients has been linked to negative effects on human health, the environment, and the economy. Residential septic systems (i.e., onsite sewage treatment) contribute to these excess nutrients. Conversion from a septic system to a sewer system (hereafter referred to as S2S) is one way to mitigate pollution from excess nutrients. There are voluntary and mandatory S2S conversion programs throughout and beyond Florida. While there are multiple benefits of making such a change, S2S conversion is a complex and costly process. This document was developed to aid environmental management professionals, policymakers, and communication and education professionals (e.g., Extension agents) in understanding residents’ perceptions pertaining to S2S conversion. More details on the study presented in this document are available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvman.2022.115651.
Leading Teams #1: Introduction
Authors: Greenhaw Laura L. , Bush Sarah A. , Baker Carrie N.
Published: July 2023

This is the first publication on a series on leading teams. This introduction describes why teamwork is necessary, the challenges and benefits, and the difference between groups and teams. We briefly describe group development models that will be described through the remaining publications in the series.