ABSTRACT Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) is a fiber-producing plant from the bark of its stems, which is used as a substitute for hemp and an alternative for the wood, pulp, paper, and textile manufacturing industries. Kenaf production declined by approximately 13% from 245.5 thousand tons in 2015 to 212.1 thousand tons in 2018. The low production of kenaf is influenced by the limited availabil…
ABSTRACT This research aims to determine the interaction of rice husk biochar and NPKMg fertilizer, and to obtain the best dose for the growth of oil palm seedlings (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) at the pre nursery stage on top soil media. This research was conducted using a completely randomized design (CRD) factorial consisting of two factors. The first factor of rice husk biochar consists of…
ABSTRACT Acacia is one of the forest tree species widely cultivated in Industrial Forest Plantations (IFPs), but it is susceptible to wilt disease caused by yhe Fusarium pathogen. This disease can reduce productivity and cuse seedling mortality. The use of synthetic fungicides is effective, but it has the potential for resistance and negative environmental impacts, so environmentally frien…
ABSTRACT Indonesia is one of the countries with the largest mangrove forests in the world's mangrove ecosystem, which plays an important ecological role, but continues to experience degradation, including in Teluk Pambang Village, Bengkalis Regency. Rehabilitation activities through a community-based mangrove ecological restoration approach are being carried out to restore the mangrove ec…
ABSTRACT Birds are wildlife species that play essential ecological roles, including seed dispersal, pollination, and acting as natural predators of other animals. The distribution of bird species in different regions varies depending on vegetation structure, habitat size, and environmental conditions that meet the species’ ecological requirements. Mangrove ecosystems serve as important h…
ABSTRACT The Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae) is endangered and faces a high threat of extinction, primarily due to human activities that cause habitat fragmentation and trigger Human-Tiger Conflict (HTC). Pasaman Regency in West Sumatra has been identified as a conflict hotspot with the highest number of incidents in the Conservation Section I (SKW I) of the West Sumatra Natural …
Indonesia is one of the world's largest producers of seaweed, contributing more than 27.86% to global production, with the main export destinations being China, South Korea, Vietnam, and Chile. This study aims to analyze the factors influencing Indonesia's seaweed exports to these countries by examining the impact of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), seaweed prices, exchange rates, and population. …
ABSTRACT Cookies are a type of biscuit made from soft dough with a high fat content, have a relatively crispy texture and are less dense because they have small pores that form during the baking process. Heat moisture treatment (HMT) can modify sinaboi taro flour in making cookies depending on processing conditions like moisture content. This study aimed to determine the effect of variatio…
This research investigates the refusal techniques employed by multicultural English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students at Universitas Lancang Kuning, paying special emphasis to the effects of multicultural, gender and perception. This research was qualitative research by analysing the research problem in more depth and interpreting and describing using relevant theories. Drawing on Beebe et a…
Academic procrastination has become a pervasive challenge in higher education, particularly among postgraduate students facing cognitively demanding tasks like thesis writing. This study was initiated based on preliminary findings that many English Master’s students at FKIP Universitas Riau struggle with delaying academic tasks, often due to internal and external pressures. Students cite…
ABSTRACT Water kefir is a functional beverage that is fermented using kefir grains, water, fruit juice, and sugar. Watermelon fruit can be utilized as an ingredient for making water kefir. This study aimed to determine the sensory and microbiological characteristics of water kefir stored at cold temperatures over varying storage periods. This research was conducted experimentally using a c…
The objective of this study is to empirically examine the influence of Islamic Corporate Governance, Islamic Corporate Social Responsibility, and Financial Leverage on the Financial Performance of Islamic Rural Banks (BPRS). The population of this study consists of 163 BPRS registered with the Financial Services Authority (OJK). The sampling technique employed is purposive sampling, resulting i…
The quality of a sustainability report reflects a company's transparency, efficiency, and governance in meeting stakeholder needs. This study aims to examine the influence of environmental pressure, consumer pressure, investor pressure, employee pressure, and intellectual capital on the quality of sustainability reports (measured using the GRI index and SEOJK guidelines), with financial perform…
ABSTRACT Probiotics are living microorganisms that have the ability to deconjugate bile salts and inhibit pathogenic bacteria. The activity of bile salt deconjugation and the inhibition of pathogenic bacteria need to be carried out on Limosilactobacillus fermentum InaCC B1295 and Pediococcus pentosaceus strain 2397, with and without cellulose microfiber (CMF) hydrogel encapsulation from oi…
ABSTRACT Powder drinks are beverages in the form of granules or particles produced by adding sugar, with or without other permitted ingredients. Noni fruit can be processed into powdered drinks; however, it generally has an aroma and taste that are less favored. To improve acceptability, noni can be combined with other fruits such as sweet orange. This study aimed to determine the best rat…
Auditor performance refers to the outcomes of tasks carried out by public accountants during the audit of financial statements. It encompasses the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of the work performed by auditors throughout the auditing process. Auditor performance is not solely determined by technical proficiency, but also by the ability to manage oneself and to build effective relation…
This study was conducted with the aim of identifying the impact of Role Ambiguity and Professional Skepticism on Internal Audit Efficiency Through Independence as a mediator. The sample taken from this study were all internal auditors in the Riau Provincial Inspectorate with a total of 57 individuals, these auditors consisted of 35 male individuals and 22 female individuals. This study was impl…
The Regional Revenue Agency (Bapenda) of Riau Province and in collaboration with Samsat Pekanbaru City have adopted an innovation and West Java Province called Samsat GENDONG, the name of the program is Samsat Transaction Pick-up Between Villages (TANJAK). The Samsat TANJAK program is a tax payment service that does not have to come directly to the Samsat office but this program picks up ta…
The management of School Operational Assistance (BOS) funds in educational institutions requires good governance to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability. This study aims to analyze the implementation of good governance principles in the management of BOS funds at SMK Dirgantara Riau. The principles examined include participation, transparency, accountability, effectiveness …
This research is motivated by the high number of traffic violations in Pekanbaru City, which has contributed to congestion and reduced road safety. Government enforcement efforts through collaboration between the Department of Transportation (Dishub) and the Traffic Unit (Satlantas) are crucial to creating orderly and safe traffic conditions. This study aims to analyze the implementation of…