Phytochemical Content Analysis of 4 Marigold (Tagetes Erecta) Accsessions in Bengkulu Province Which has the Potential as a Poultry Feed Supplement

Feed is the main factor that determines the success of livestock farming, both in terms of quality and quantity of livestock production. Functional feed containing bioactive compounds can improve health, endurance, and livestock productivity. Marigold flowers (Tagetes erecta L.) are known to contain bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, terpenoids, and carotenoids that have potential pharmacological activities such as antioxidants, antimicrobials, and immunostimulants. Four marigold accessions (Tagetes erecta) were used, namely 1. WRRL (Orange crown with small size); 2. WRLB1 (Yellow crown with wide size) ; 3. WRLB2 (Orange crown with small upper part and wide lower part) ; 4. WRRM ( Orange crown with wide size). Bioactive compounds were extracted using ethanol and analyzed by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) method. The results of the analysis showed the presence of dominant compounds such as beta-Amyrin, Caprolactam, Vitamin E, and 9,12-Octadecadienoic acid which have the potential to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial activities. It is hoped that the results of this study can support the development of functional feed based on natural ingredients as an alternative to synthetic additives in the poultry farming industry that is more environmentally friendly and sustainable