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Most Vermonters Support Extending Obamacare Subsidies & Establishing Single Payer System 1/26/2026, Unh Survey Center

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Majorities of Vermont residents support extending temporary Obamacare subsidies, expanding Obamacare overall, loosening restrictions on Medicaid eligibility, and establishing a national "single-payer" health care system. Vermonters strongly disapprove of President Trump and Congress's handling of health care. Nearly half of state residents say that paying for overall medical expenses is difficult and two-thirds say that their costs have increased in the past twelve months.

Lanthorn, Vol. 60, No. 10, January 26, 2026, Grand Valley State University

Volume 60, August 4, 2025 – April 20, 2026

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.

Executive Leadership Education For Every Emergency Medical Services Professional : A Qualitative Study, Joseph D. Danao Ii

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The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) profession faces numerous challenges in maintaining sufficient capacity to provide frontline medical care amid increasing demand for its services from government officials and the public. The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study is to explore the experiences of EMS professionals on how the lack of executive leadership education impacts their careers and the viability of their organizations. The problem is that EMS professionals widely lack the executive-level leadership education needed to thrive in their professional careers and ensure the viability of their EMS organizations (Basnawi, 2023; Naidoo et al., 2015). The research questions are developed …

Fact Sheet: Kratom, Cadence Johnnie, Ashley Yaugher, Aaron Hunt, Cara Murray, Timothy Keady

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There are many common myths and misunderstandings associated with kratom. Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. In recent years, kratom use has grown in the United States. It is sold in various forms, including capsules, powders, and most commonly as liquid extracts or “shots." These kratom products are promoted as health supplements, advertised for benefits such as boosting energy, enhancing mood, or producing opioid-like effects. However, most users may not fully understand what they are consuming or the potential risks it carries. Commercial kratom products vary widely in their chemical composition. Synthetic (human-made) or …

Structure-Conduct-Performance (Scp) Analysis Of Garut Sheep Market In Garut Regency, Sabrina Nurhasanah, Achmad Firman, Lilis Nurlina

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

This study aims to analyze the structure, conduct, and performance (SCP) of the Garut sheep market in Garut Regency, West Java. Garut sheep are one of the region’s leading livestock commodities with high economic and cultural value. However, the marketing of Garut sheep remains inefficient due to issues such as imperfect market structures, price fluctuations, and the weak bargaining position of farmers. A descriptive quantitative research method was employed, utilizing a case study approach in six sub-districts of Garut Regency. Data were collected through surveys, interviews, observations, and focus group discussions (FGD) involving sheep farmers and market intermediaries. The findings …

Crisis In The Regeneration Of Livestock Workforce, Analysis Of Factors Affecting Young Generation's Interest In The Livestock Sector, Taufik Khaliq, Irma Susanti S, Ruth Dameria Haloho, Adli Putra Ermanda

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The purpose of this research is to analyze the factors affecting the interest of the young generation in the livestock sector. The research was conducted in the province of West Sulawesi, using a sample of 230 people selected through purposive sampling. Instrument testing used the Pearson product-moment and Alpha Cronbach. Data analysis used multiple linear regression, with variables consisting of independent variables: social factors (X1), economic factors (X2), government role (X3), demographics (X4), information access (X5), and technology support (X6), with the dependent variable being interest in working in the livestock sector (Y). The results of this study indicate that …

Abundance Of Succinivibrionaceae Bacteria In The Feces Of Calves Fed Tannins, Amino Acids, And Their Combination, Fajar Sitanggang, Ainissya Fitri, Idat Permana, Raden Christi

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The purpose of this study was to determine how common Succinivibrionaceae bacteria are in calf feces. Four female calves, with an average age of 6.48 ± 0.51 months, participated in a Latin square trial featuring four dietary treatments: control (C), tannin (T), amino acid (AA), and a tannin-amino acid mixture (TM). Duration of each treatment was 14 days whereby faecal samples were that were harvested on day 14. The treatment trial for 14 days included the collection of faecal samples on day 14 for the extraction of DNA to conduct Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) analysis. Results showed that the Succinivibrionaceae population …

Effects Of Durian Seed (Durio Zibethinus) Extract On Intestinal Morphometry And Performance Of Heat-Stressed Broiler Chickens, Suriansyah Suriansyah, Hikmawaty Hikmawaty, Andi Septaningsih, Hendro Sukoco

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

This trial was therefore undertaken to investigate the effect of durian (dario zibethinus) seed extract supplementation on the growth performance, carcass yield and internal organ development in broilers under heat temperature. 5 treatment groups, including control group (P0) with no extract addition and 4 treatments (P1- P4), where the levels of durian seed extracts used were added into-drinking water at dose concentrations of Nil, 1.0 mL/L, 1.5 mL/L, 2.0 mL/L and 2.5ml/L respectively. Weight gain, feed conversion efficiency, weights of slaughter body parts (and as their relative proportion: liver, heart, proventriculus and gizzard) and internal organs (total intestines) were evaluated. …

Bioaugmentation Of Microorganisms On The Decomposition Of A Mixture Of Dairy Cattle Manure And Chicken Excreta As Solid Organic Fertilizer, Kirana Riyanto, Roni Ridwan, Ellin Harlia

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Solid organic fertilizer efficiently utilizes livestock waste, with laying hen excreta providing the highest nitrogen (N) content among livestock manure. Combining laying hen excreta with dairy cow manure and fiber sources as a fertilizer base is expected to meet KEPMENTAN No. 261 of 2019 standards. To maintain essential nutrients (N, P, K), the fertilizer is enriched with Pseudomonas sp., Herbasirillum sp., and Streptomyces sp. This study aims to analyzing the effect of chicken excreta on macronutrient content (N, P, K), carbon (C) levels, C/N ratio, coliform presence, and microbial viability. The experiment followed a completely randomized design (CRD) with …

Study Of Fermentation Of Lemongrass Waste (Cymbopogon Nardus), Rice Bran And Corn Fraction With Pleurotus Ostreatus On Fiber Fraction And Digestion Of Dry Matter, Organic Matter, And Crude Protein, Yuliaty Nur, Arfa`I Arfa`I

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Lemongrass waste can be used as an alternative feed to replace grass for ruminant livestock, but it has a high crude fiber content. Therefore, it is necessary to handle and process lemongrass waste. This study examines the effect of inoculum dose and fermentation time of lemongrass waste (Cymbopogon nardus) with Pleurotus ostreatus on fiber fraction, dry matter digestibility, organic matter, crude protein. The research method is a randomized block design consisting of 6 treatments of lemongrass waste with rice bran and corn shards and 3 replications as a group. The inoculum dose is 6%, 9% and 12% and …

Effect Of Microbiome Inoculation In Corn Crop (Zea Mays) For Baby Corn And Forage Production On Growth And Biomass Ratio, Arif Saputra, Nyimas Popi Indriani, Mansyur Mansyur

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

This study aims to determine the effect of microbiome inoculation on the growth and biomass ratio of corn crop-producing baby corn and forage. This research was conducted in the Ciparanje research field and Animal Food Plant Laboratory Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Padjadjaran University. The method used was an experimental method with a completely randomized design (CRD) consisting of six treatments and four replicates in each treatment. The treatments consisted of P1= BP4, P2= Probiotic LAB, P3= Mycofer (arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi), P4= BP4 + Mycofer, P5= LAB + Mycofer, P6= BP4 + LAB + Mycofer. There are five parameters observed, consisting …

Study Of Nitrogen Nutrient Absorption And Forage Production In Kalopo Plants (Calopogonium Mucunoides), Kustiawan Triputra, Mansyur Mansyur, Iin Susilawati, Irfan Aditya

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

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This research aims to evaluate differences in soil nitrogen content, nitrogen absorption by plants, and forage production of Calopogonium mucunoides plants grown on andosol and ultisol soils during a 90-day planting period. The research method used was experimental, with treatment factors in the soil type (andosol and ultisol). The parameters observed included the soil’s moisture, temperature, pH, nitrogen content, and the plant’s nitrogen content and forage production. The results showed that Andosol's average soil moisture value (53.61%) was higher than Ultisol (43.68%). The soil temperature of Ultisol (24.34°C) tends to be higher than Andosol (23.36°C). Andosol soil pH (5.04) …

Effect Of Carboxyl Methyl Cellulose (Cmc) Addition On Physicochemical Quality Of Salted Egg White Powder, Herly Evanuarini, Hemas Nidhal, Cintya Anisa

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Duck eggs which are processed into salted eggs by the salting method have various advantages, but it cannot be stored for a long time. Efforts that can be made to increase shelf life, improve characteristics, and increase nutritional content include making salted egg whites in the form of powder. Egg powder can be made by drying using an oven, so a stabilizer is needed to reduce damage due to heating. Carboxyl Methyl Cellulose (CMC) is a stabilizer that can be used because it has good hydrophilic properties. The research objective was to improve the physicochemical quality and nutritional content of …

Performance And Reproductive Ripitability Value Of Holstein Friesian Dairy Cattle In South Garut Farmers Cooperative, Ina Nuraeni, Heni Indrijani, Nurcholidah Solihati

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The purpose of this study was to determine the performance and repeatability values of S/C, DO, and CI in the South Garut Farmers Cooperative. Reproduction data used were individual reproduction records of 162 Friesian Holstein dairy cows. The results showed that the average reproductive performance for S/C for parity 1 was 2.20 ± 0.797, parity 2 was 2.40 ± 0.974, parity 3 was 2.28 ± 0.947, parity 4 was 2.22 ± 0.965, and the total value of S/C was 2.28 ± 0.921. The DO value for parity 1 was 159.50 ± 80.838, parity 2 was 150.43 ± 73.874, parity …

Partnership Scheme Implementation And Business Success In Broiler Farming: An Empirical Analysis, I Putu Gede Widiarta, Cori Qamara, Ananda Agung, Amani Aldiyanti

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The partnership scheme in broiler farming aims to enhance farmers' productivity and profitability through technical support, market access, and the provision of production inputs. However, variations in its implementation effectiveness significantly impact farmers' business success. This study examines the relationship between the level of partnership scheme implementation and the success of broiler farming businesses in Kutai Kartanegara Regency, East Kalimantan. A quantitative approach was employed, using structured questionnaires to collect data from 220 farmers selected through purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple linear regression to identify key factors influencing business success, including feed management, …

Eco-Friendly Feed Migration: Quality Of Local Broiler Finisher Pellets With Natural Adhesives, Desy Widianingrum, Ahmad Zamzami, Roni Yulianto, Nur Widodo

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Penggunaan bahan pengikat sintetik pada pakan pelet dianggap mahal, sehingga mendorong pencarian alternatif yang lebih ekonomis dan mudah didapat dari sumber alami yang melimpah di Indonesia. Tepung sagu, tepung tapioka, dan molase diidentifikasi sebagai bahan alami yang kaya akan pati dan energi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi kualitas pakan pelet dengan menggunakan bahan pengikat yang berbeda berdasarkan sifat fisik dan nilai gizinya. Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan empat perlakuan: PO: Pelet broiler finisher komersial, P1: Ransum broiler finisher + tepung tapioka 2%, P2: Ransum broiler finisher+ 2% molase, dan P3: Ransum broiler finisher+ 2% tepung sagu , masing-masing dengan 10 …

The Different C/N Ratio Of Quail Feces And Rice Straw Mixture Affects Temperature Change, Microbial Count, Organic-C Content, And Total N Content In Early Decomposition Results, Ani Priyati, Endang Sujana, Mieke Setiawati, Anas Anas

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Livestock waste is one of the factors that must be considered in livestock farming, as it can cause environmental pollution. Quail feces, a type of livestock waste, generally has a low carbon-to-nitrogen ratio, necessitating the supplementation of carbon source from rice straw. Rice straw, which contains high fiber content, is often discarded or burned and has not been utilized by farmers, even though it is suitable for processing into solid or liquid organic fertilizer (POC). Because of the substantial changes in temperature and microbial composition that occur during the composting process, initial breakdown is critical. Using native microbes from quail …

The Relationship Between Farmer’S Characteristics And Institutions On The Sustainability Of Pasundan Cattle Business In Purwakarta Regency (Case In The Tegal Saluyu Group 1 And 2 Of Tegalsari Village, Tegalwaru District, Purwakarta Regency), Kinsa Hasanah, Mumun Sulaeman, Muhamad Wiyatna

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The research entitled "The Relationship between Farmer’s Characteristics and Institutions on the Sustainability of Pasundan Cattle Business in Purwakarta Regency (Case in Tegal Saluyu Group 1 and 2 of Tegalsari Village, Tegalwaru District, Purwakarta Regency)” was carried out in October 2022, located in Tegalsari Village, Tegalwaru District, Purwakarta Regency. This study aims to determine the farmers’ characteristics, institutions, and their relationship with cattle business sustainability. This research used the case study method. It was conducted on 34 respondents by interview using a questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed using data quality, cross-tabulation, and Rank Spearman correlation analysis. The data …

Dose Of Banana Peel Liquid Organic Fertilizer On The Growth And Production Of Dengdek Poek (Corchorus Aestuans), Karsi Hariyanti, Lizah Khairani, Iin Susilawati

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Corchorus aestuans plants have potential as animal feed. Giving banana peel POC is an effort to increase the productivity of this plant. Knowing the effect of various doses of banana peel POC on the growth and productivity of Corchorus aestuans plants is the purpose of this study. The Completely Randomized Design method was used with five treatments namely P1 = 0 ml, P2 = 100 ml, P3 = 200 ml, P4 = 300 ml, P5 = 400 ml was tested on March 21 to May 30 at the Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Padjadjaran. Each treatment was repeated four times, …

Physico-Chemical And Energy Properties Of Biomass Briquettes Composed From Dairy Cow Feces And Coffee Ground With Tapioca Flour Addition, Alya Rahmaisyanti, Ahmad Sofyan, Marina Sulistyati, Yuli Astuti Hidayati

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Cow feces is the rest of the digestive process of the livestock body, while coffee grounds are the rest of coffee brewing, and both are organic materials with fixed carbon that can be utilized as fuel. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the addition of coffee grounds in processing dairy cow feces into briquettes on physical properties (color, texture, density), chemical properties (moisture content, ash content, volatile matter, and fixed carbon), and energy value (calorific value, temperature, flame duration). This research method is experimental, with four treatments, each consisting of five repetitions. The treatments in …

The Relationship Between Body Weight And Egg Weight Of Padjadjaran Quails Of Layer And Broiler Types, Endang Sujana, Heni Indrijani, Achmad Nugraha Nugraha, Syarif Hidayatullah

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The study investigating the relationship between body weight and egg weight in Padjadjaran quails, encompassing both layer and broiler types, was conducted at the Quail Breeding Center within the Faculty of Animal Husbandry at Universitas Padjadjaran. The research involved 100 female quails, consisting of 50 from each type, all of which were 15 weeks old, along with their eggs. The primary aim was to assess the strength and nature of the relationship between body weight and egg weight in these quails. A correlational method was employed for the analysis. The findings revealed a strong correlation between body weight and egg …

The Relationship Between Parity To Placental Retention And The Impact On Days Open And Calving Intervals In Dairy Cows At Kpsbu Lembang, Idzni Hafilah, Septiyani Septiyani, Nurcholidah Solihati

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Placental retention or retensio secundinae is one of the reproductive disorders that often occurs in dairy cows. This will interfere reproductive efficiency, including Days Open and Calving Interval. Retained placenta is defined as the failure to completely pass all of the placenta from the uterus (cotyledon villi) for more than 8 hours after parturition. This study aimed to determine the relationship between parity and placental retention and its impact on lambing days and lambing distance in dairy cows. The research was conducted at North Bandung Cattle Farming Cooperative (KPSBU) Lembang. The method used was data analysis using descriptive analysis and …

Differences In Quantity And Quality Of Fresh Semen And Frozen Semen After Thawing In Limousin And Simmental Cattle At Lembang Artificial Insemination Center, Benny Ahmat, Ervi Herawati, Tati Rohayati, Aisyatus Salamah

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the differences in quantity and quality of fresh semen and post-thawing frozen semen of two different cattle breeds at the Lembang Artificial Insemination Centre (BIB). The method applied in this research was case study method and used secondary data. The research material consisted of semen production records obtained from 9 Limousin cattle and 9 Simmental cattle, which were collected in July 2023 at 08.00-09.00 WIB. The variables studied were colour, volume, consistency, pH, motility, mass movement, concentration, post-thawing motility, and individual spermatozoa movement. The results showed that Limousin cattle semen had milky …

Quality Of Bali Cattle Oocytes Post Vitrification With The Addition Of Antioxidant Glutathione Sulfihydryl (Gsh) In Maturation Media, Taufik Hidayat, Sri Firmiaty, Syarifuddin Syarifuddin, H Sonjaya

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

The success of oocyte maturation in vitro depends on several factors, namely the type of supplement used in the in vitro maturation medium, the quality of the oocytes used, and the risk of contamination and culture conditions. In vitro culture can cause oxidative stress, generating free radicals that can damage cells, so antioxidants are often added to overcome this problem. This study aimed to determine the effect of adding GSH to the maturation medium on the oocyte quality of Bali cattle after vitrification. This research was conducted at the Emryo In vitro Production Laboratory, Institute for Research and Community Service …

The Role Of Gsh Supplements In Maturation Media In Improving The Bali Cattle Oocyte Fertility By In Vitro Technique, Kana Ary, Muhammad Idrus, Herry Sonjaya, Sri Firmiaty

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

In the in vitro oocyte culture process, oxidative stress often occurs, which produces free radicals, so it was necessary to add the antioxidant glutathione (GSH). This research aimed to determine the fertility level of Bali cattle oocytes by adding glutathione (GSH) to the medium maturation. The study was conducted at the In Vitro Embryo Production Laboratory, Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM) Building, Hasanuddin University in March-May 2023. The study consisted of 4 treatments with the addition of GSH (0 mM, 0.5 mM, 1 mM, and 1.5 mM) with 6 repetitions. The mature oocytes were then subjected to in …

The Role Of Social Media In Mastering Broiler Livestock Management, Muhamad Ramdani, Anie Kusumastuti, Puji Akhiroh

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Social media has experienced rapid development and has had a significant impact on various aspects of life, including the broiler livestock industry. Social media plays an important role in increasing the practical skills needed for effective broiler livestock raising management, including playing a role in providing easy and fast access to information, education, and interaction between individuals. This research aimed to analyze the influence of social media roles as an information medium, educational medium, and networking & communication medium for mastering broiler management. The research method used a quantitative approach using a survey method. Data were collected through direct interviews …

Indigofera Pellet Storage Time On Dry Matter Content, Organic Matter, Physical Properties And Palatability In Sheep, Ratu Aprilina, Iman Hernaman, U. Hidayat Tanuwiria

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

One of the protein sources of feed ingredients that contain high protein is I. zollingeriana. The abundant harvest of I. zollingeriana requires attention in the storage process. As forage, I. zollingeriana has bulky properties. This causes less efficiency in storage and transportation. Compaction of feed particles is one of the feed processing technologies to improve storage and transportation efficiency. The compaction process can be done by making pellets. The purpose of this study was to observe the interaction between the level of adhesive (cassava) and the shelf life of I. zollingeriana pellets on the content of dry matter, organic matter, …

Utilization Of Kepel (Stelechocarpus Burahol) Leaf Extract As A Feed Additive In Broiler Chicken Feed, Adi Mustawa, Tuti Widjastuti, Denny Rusmana

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

This study aims to determine the best level of Kepel leaf extract (Stelechocarpus burahol) used in feeds based on the amount of Escherichia coli in excreta, ileal villi, protein digestibility, ration consumption, and body weight gain (BWG) of broiler chickens. The research was conducted experimentally using a completely randomized design (CRD), four levels of Kepel leaf extract in rations repeated five times. The Kepel leaf extract (EDK) levels used consisted of P ₀ = basal ration, P ₁ = P ₀ + 0.15% EDK, P ₂ = P ₀ + 0.30% EDK and P ₃ = P _{0 …}

Differences In Characteristics And Income Of Duck Farming In Sukra And Sindang Districts, Indramayu Regency, Linda Herlina, Cecep Firmansyah, Khansa Salsabilah

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Duck is one of the commodities breeders rely on in Indramayu Regency as a source of income to support the farmer's family expenses. Two areas became the basis for providing duck products in Indramayu Regency: Sukra District and Sindang District. The purpose of this study was to determine the difference in the average characteristics of the breeder's variables consisting of livestock experience, age, number of family members out of the farmer, distance to marketing centers, farmer expenses, duck farming costs, duck farming revenue, and farmer income (per head per year). The method used was a survey with 100 farmers …