Yogyakarta, April 30, 2026 – Undergraduate students from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), who are members of the Smart Agriculture Research Center (SmartAgri) research group, achieved outstanding recognition by winning the Best Presenter award at the Agrotropikal National Seminar 2026, organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Mulawarman and held online via Zoom on Thursday (30/4).
The award was earned through presentations showcasing research in smart farming and precision agriculture technologies focused on developing modern agricultural systems based on digital technology and data-driven approaches.
The national seminar, themed “Technology Transformation and Agricultural Innovation for Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture,” brought together academics, researchers, and students from universities across Indonesia. The event served as a platform for scientific exchange and dissemination of innovations supporting sustainable agriculture.
SmartAgri DTPB FTP UGM Advances Smart Agriculture Research
SmartAgri is an independent research group under the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB) FTP UGM that focuses on developing smart agriculture technologies through the integration of sensors, control systems, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.
During the seminar, SmartAgri students and researchers presented various studies related to precision agriculture and intelligent systems designed to improve production efficiency and sustainable agricultural resource management.
The presented studies highlighted data-driven approaches integrating digital technologies, control systems, and machine learning models to support decision-making in modern agriculture.
Diverse Research Innovations Presented
Several research projects presented at the Agrotropikal National Seminar 2026 included:
- Development of a Fuzzy Logic Algorithm for Sand Land Irrigation Optimization Based on Evapotranspiration and Soil Moisture — Ardan Desta Vaunendra
- Evaluation of Sprinkler Irrigation Implementation through Hydraulic and Water Distribution Uniformity Analysis Using Christiansen Uniformity in Glagah Coastal Area, Kulon Progo — Devi Ramdani
- Quantification of External Factors as the Basis for Evaluating Operator Performance in the Sapon Irrigation Area — Arinda Fadea Pramaesela
- Estimation of Rice Stomatal Conductance Using an XGBoost Algorithm Based on Multispectral Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Imagery — Faiz Ridwan Pratama
- Papaya Plant Health Classification Using Machine Learning Based on Leaf Physiology Data — Muhammad Ilham Al Marda
From these presentations, Ardan Desta Vaunendra, Devi Ramdani, Arinda Fadea Pramaesela, and Muhammad Ilham Al Marda received Best Presenter 1, while Faiz Ridwan Pratama earned Best Presenter 2.
The awards were given based on research substance, presentation quality, and participants’ performance during scientific discussions.
Supported by Collaborative Research and National Funding
The students involved in the research were supervised by Dr. Ir. Murtiningrum, S.T.P., M.Eng., IPM. and Ir. Andri Prima Nugroho, S.T.P., M.Sc., Ph.D. from SmartAgri DTPB FTP UGM.
The research activities were funded through the Priority Research Downstream Program – SINERGI, Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology 2025, supporting innovative research development in smart farming and sustainable agriculture.
SmartAgri and DTPB FTP UGM Commitment to Research Development
Participation and achievements in this seminar reflect the shared commitment of SmartAgri and the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB) FTP UGM in advancing research relevant to the needs of modern agriculture.
Through collaborative research ecosystems, active student involvement, and technology-driven innovation, SmartAgri and DTPB FTP UGM continue to contribute to the development of intelligent and sustainable agricultural systems.
Beyond strengthening academic culture and scientific publication, participation in national scientific forums also provides opportunities to expand collaborative networks and exchange ideas among researchers in smart farming and future agricultural technologies.
