Journal of Interdisciplinary Debates

ANTIMICROBIAL POTENTIAL OF COCONUT OIL IN BACTERIA CULTURED FROM THE ORAL ENVIRONMENT

Gerson Gabriel Brito Brandão — 2024-11-07

The study addressed the antimicrobial potential of coconut oil, both extra virgin and homemade, against oral bacteria. For this evaluation, chlorhexidine was used as a comparison standard. The tests were conducted in five culture media, one for chlorhexidine, another for extra virgin coconut oil, and a third for homemade coconut oil. The results revealed that extra virgin coconut oil exhibited partial inhibition of bacterial growth, being effective only against certain strains, while homemade coconut oil showed no considerable effectiveness in any test. On the other hand, chlorhexidine displayed the expected and excellent antimicrobial action. These results highlight the need for further studies on extra virgin coconut oil, especially to better understand the bacteria it inhibits, in order to promote a more effective use of this compound.

REPORT OF PRACTICAL CLASS IN AGRICULTURAL AREA WITH THE BACHELOR CLASS IN AGRONOMY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF TRACUATEUA-PA

Giovani Clifferson da Silva Matos — 2024-10-26

Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a highly consumed root and a significant source of carbohydrates in Brazil and around the world. In the state of Pará, cassava is vital to the local economy, especially in the municipality of Tracuateua. The culture involves family farmers and serves as an important source of income and subsistence. Different cultivars are used, such as BRS Tapioqueira and BRS Verdinha, which exceed 70 thousand kg/ha with good management. Adequate fertilization, pest control and weed management are essential for high productivity. Irrigation can significantly increase production. On the property of Mr. Benedito Dutra, member of the RENIVA project, the production of seed cassava and cowpea is highlighted. It uses cultivars developed by Embrapa, such as BRS Kiriris, BRS Formosa and BRS Novo Horizonte, which are recommended for industrial use. Dutra also grows cowpeas, using varieties such as BRS Guirá and BRS Natalina, which are highly productive and adapted to local conditions. The property has an irrigated area of 23 hectares per central pivot, ensuring crop hydration during dry periods. During the field visit, several areas of experimentation were observed. The experimental plots of cassava and cowpea showed good performance, with a high survival rate and resistance to pests. The integration of advanced soil management, pest control and irrigation practices highlighted the property as an example of innovative agriculture. The experience on Mr. Dutra’s property demonstrated the importance of innovation and adoption of advanced agricultural practices for sustainable and productive agricultural production.

MANDATORY SUPERVISED INTERNSHIP IN THE BACHELOR’S COURSE IN AGRONOMY, A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN UFRA CAMPUS OF CAPANEMA AND THE MUNICIPAL SECRETARIAT OF AGRICULTURE OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF PRIMAVERA – PA

Ariane Ono de Vasconcelos — 2024-10-26

Supervised internship report aimed at technical visits and guidance to small producers in the municipality and activities on the environment developed in partnership with the Municipal Secretariat for the Environment and Sustainable Rural Development (SEMMA) and the Municipal Secretariat of Agriculture (SEMAGRI) . As well as, investigating locations in the municipality of Primavera in the State of Pará to carry out the practice of mechanization, carrying out environmental education in municipal and state schools, revitalizing public squares with ornamental plant seedlings, developing internal documentation with the Secretariat and, also, carry out technical visits to communities in the municipality that grow açaí.