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UGM, BOKU University, and VNUA Strengthen International Research Collaboration through ASEA-UNINET, Launch New Indonesia–Vietnam–Austria Soil Health Project

July 15, 2026 No Comments

Hanoi, July 8–11, 2026 – Strengthening international collaboration is becoming increasingly important in addressing global agricultural challenges, particularly those related to soil degradation, environmental pollution, and sustainable food production. As part of this commitment, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), together with BOKU University, Austria, conducted an academic visit to the Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA), Hanoi, from July 8–11, 2026. The visit not only reinforced the ongoing ASEA-UNINET research collaboration but also resulted in the establishment of a new trilateral research initiative involving

UGM and BOKU University Strengthen International Research Collaboration through ERASMUS+ Mobility and ASEA-UNINET

July 15, 2026 No Comments

Yogyakarta, July 4, 2026 – Strengthening international research networks has become increasingly important in addressing global agricultural challenges, ranging from climate change to sustainable natural resource management. As a continuation of collaborative research activities conducted in Bangka Island, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), welcomed two doctoral students from BOKU University, Austria, through the ERASMUS+ Mobility program. The visit included laboratory tours, meetings with faculty and departmental leadership, and a sharing session with doctoral students from the Agricultural Engineering Doctoral Program, providing opportunities to exchange

UGM, BOKU University, and Kasetsart University Strengthen International Collaboration for Post-Tin Mining Land Rehabilitation in Bangka

July 15, 2026 No Comments

Bangka, June 30–July 3, 2026 – Behind its global reputation as the producer of Muntok White Pepper, Bangka Island is currently facing significant challenges. Climate change impacts, the rapid conversion of land into tin mining areas and oil palm plantations, and declining pepper productivity threaten the sustainability of a commodity that has been a regional identity for decades. In response to these challenges, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), together with BOKU University, Austria, strengthened international collaboration in Bangka through a series of activities held

Mini Clinic TSLA DTPB FTP UGM Hadirkan Prof. Gary Sands, Perkuat Kolaborasi Riset Teknik Sumber Daya Lahan dan Air

July 4, 2026 No Comments

Yogyakarta, July 1, 2026 – Strengthening international academic collaboration and enhancing research quality were the main highlights of the Mini Clinic Session organized by the Land and Water Resources Engineering Laboratory (TSLA), Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). The event brought together lecturers, researchers, and graduate students to discuss ongoing research while receiving valuable insights from Prof. Gary R. Sands of the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, University of Minnesota, United States. Held at the Agrometeorology Laboratory, the mini clinic served as an academic forum where students

DTPB FTP UGM Launches Pro-Environment and Pro-Climate Village Initiative to Strengthen Community Resilience in Sriharjo

July 1, 2026 No Comments

Bantul, June 30, 2026 – Strengthening community resilience to climate change requires more than technological innovation; it also depends on fostering environmental awareness rooted in local culture. With this vision, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), together with the Center for Irrigation Modernization and Agriculture Studies (PK-MIP) and the Land and Water Resources Engineering Laboratory (TSLA), officially launched the Pro-Environment and Pro-Climate Village initiative in Sriharjo Village, Bantul Regency. The program serves as a collaborative platform that brings together academics, local government, and the community

DTPB FTP UGM and YESSA Hold Coffee Product Innovation Competition in Sambak Village

June 29, 2026 No Comments

Magelang, June 26, 2026 – After more than four years of continuous coffee development assistance, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB) at Universitas Gadjah Mada, together with the YESSA Program and the Sambak Village Government, organized a Coffee Product Innovation Competition to recognize the achievements of seven Women’s Farmer Groups. The event highlighted how sustained technology transfer, training, and mentoring have fostered innovative, value-added coffee products with promising economic potential. The competition brought together seven Women’s Farmer Groups (Kelompok Wanita Tani/KWT) from Sambak Village to showcase innovative coffee products and unique coffee flavor creations.

Dr. Andri Prima Nugroho Presents Smart Farming Innovation to Support Sustainable Food Security at Polbangtan Bogor National Seminar

June 25, 2026 No Comments

Bogor, June 24, 2026 – Digital transformation has become one of the key strategies for achieving sustainable national food security. Supporting this vision, Dr. Andri Prima Nugroho, S.T.P., M.Eng., Ph.D., a lecturer at the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), was invited as a keynote speaker at the 8th Anniversary National Seminar of Bogor Polytechnic of Agricultural Development (Polbangtan Bogor). The seminar carried the theme “Smart Farming as a Strategy for Sustainable Food Self-Sufficiency.” Held in a hybrid format via Zoom and YouTube, the seminar attracted

UGM Expert Introduces Composting Innovation for Sustainable Livestock Farming in Hargowilis

June 24, 2026 No Comments

Kulon Progo, June 23, 2026 – The development of cattle and sheep farming in Hargowilis Village, Kulon Progo Regency, requires not only increased livestock production but also sustainable and economically valuable waste management. To support this effort, the Special Region of Yogyakarta Government, through the Department of Community Empowerment, Kalurahan Affairs, Population, and Civil Registration (PMKKPS DIY), invited Dr. Joko Nugroho Wahyu Kariyadi, S.T.P., M.Eng., Ph.D., a lecturer from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), to serve as a speaker in a Community Empowerment Program

FTP UGM Introduces Mechanical Composting Technology to Support Sustainable Agriculture in Gunungkidul

June 23, 2026 No Comments

Gunungkidul, June 22, 2026 – Limited water resources due to the karst landscape and inadequate equipment for organic fertilizer production remain major challenges for farmers in Gombang Village, Ponjong District, Gunungkidul Regency. Most farmers still rely on rainfed agriculture, allowing them to harvest rice only once a year. To address these challenges, the Community Service Team from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), organized a community engagement program entitled “Utilization of Mechanical Technology in Livestock Waste-Based Compost Production to Support Sustainable Agricultural Systems.” The program

Ministry of Industry and DTPB FTP UGM Strengthen Agricultural Machinery Industry through Product Design and Development Technical Training

June 14, 2026 No Comments

Purwakarta, June 12, 2026 – To enhance the competitiveness of Indonesia’s agricultural machinery industry, the Ministry of Industry, in collaboration with the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), organized a Technical Training on Product Design and Development for the Agricultural Machinery Sector from June 10–12, 2026, in Purwakarta, West Java. The three-day training was attended by 26 representatives from agricultural machinery manufacturing companies across Indonesia. The program aimed to strengthen participants’ competencies in product development, engineering design, standardization, quality control, and engineering measurement to support the

Dr. Andri Prima Nugroho: Learning from Singapore’s SNAIC – Inspiring the Development of an AI Ecosystem for Smart Agriculture at UGM

June 13, 2026 No Comments

SINGAPORE – The opportunity to participate in a benchmarking visit to the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) on June 11, 2026, was an invaluable experience for me as a researcher at the Smart Agriculture Research Center (SARC), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). This visit was part of UGM’s strategic initiative to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem capable of addressing real-world industrial and societal challenges. The UGM delegation consisted of dr. Dian Kesumapramudya Nurputra, Sp.A., Ph.D., Dr. Nur Mohammad Farda, S.Si., M.Cs., Ir. Andri Prima Nugroho, S.T.P., M.Sc., Ph.D., and Muhammad Alif Taufiqurrahman, S.Kom., M.Kom. The team

DTPB FTP UGM Showcases 15 Student Innovations at Biosystems Engineering Design Expo 2026

June 12, 2026 No Comments

Yogyakarta, June 11, 2026 – Demonstrating how engineering education can generate tangible solutions for society, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), organized the Biosystems Engineering Design Expo 2026 at the FTP UGM Hallway. The event featured 15 student teams presenting innovative technologies developed through their capstone design projects, each aimed at addressing real challenges faced by farmers, agribusinesses, and local communities while maintaining technical feasibility and economic efficiency. The exhibition showcased the outcomes of the Biosystems Engineering Design course, one of the department’s capstone design