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UGM Research Team Conducts Collaborative Programs with BAPPEDALITBANG Paser Regency

October 31, 2025 No Comments

Paser, October 29, 2025 — A research team from Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), consisting of experts from multiple disciplines, conducted a series of collaborative activities with the Regional Development Planning, Research, and Innovation Agency (BAPPEDALITBANG) of Paser Regency, East Kalimantan. Under the coordination of Dr. Muhamad Khoiru Zaki, the team carried out three main agendas:1️⃣ The Preliminary Seminar on the Masterplan for Integrated Agricultural Area Development,2️⃣ The Initial Seminar on Rural Area Development, and3️⃣ The Socialization and Dissemination of Research and Innovation Results. The event was attended by UGM researchers and academics, including Prof. Dr. Ir.

DTPB FTP UGM and BULOG Initiate Collaboration on Development of Silo Storage Technology

October 29, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, October 28, 2025 — The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (DTPB FTP UGM), welcomed a visit from the National Logistics Agency (BULOG) to initiate a collaboration on the development of standard operating procedure silo storage technology for corn and grain. The meeting was attended by Dr. Sri Rahayoe (Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni), Prof. Dr. Ir. Nursigit Bintoro (Professor of Postharvest and Agricultural Product Engineering), Dr. Arifin Dwi Saputro (Department Secretary), Dr. Devi Yuni Susanti (Head of the Food, Postharvest, and Bioprocess Engineering

DTPB UGMand Ciputra University Collaborate on Coffee Industry Innovation and Sustainability Research in Bali and Bajawa

October 28, 2025 No Comments

Bali, October 26, 2025 — Coffee is one of Indonesia’s leading agricultural commodities with significant strategic value. Beyond being part of daily culture and social habits, coffee also represents a major economic potential for farmers and local industries. Recognizing its importance, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM) collaborated with Ciputra University, Surabaya, in a joint research activity under the Flagship Collaborative Research Program (RIKUB) initiated by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek). The RIKUB program is designed to support inter-institutional research collaborations

Transforming Tropical Agriculture: Dr. Andri Prima Nugroho (UGM) Highlights Digital Innovation at IGNITE 2025 Italy

October 27, 2025 No Comments

Rome, Italy, October 24, 2025 – Dr. Andri Prima Nugroho from the Smart Agriculture Research Center, Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), participated as a keynote speaker in the annual intellectual forum IGNITE 2025 (Indonesian Global Nexus for Intellectual Thought and Excellence).This prestigious event, organized by the Indonesian Students Association (PPI) Italy and supported by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Rome, was held virtually on Friday, October 24, 2025. IGNITE 2025 carried the critical theme “Sustainable Development in Agriculture”, directly supporting the achievement of Sustainable

UGM Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Students Win 3rd Place in PLN’s SustainAction 2025 Competition

October 24, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, October 20, 2025 — Another proud achievement was made by students from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM). The DTPB student team won 3rd place in the Sustainable Village subcategory of SustainAction 2025, an environmental innovation competition organized by PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN). SustainAction is an innovation competition that gathers creative ideas and project proposals addressing environmental issues based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year, more than 2,000 participants from across Indonesia took part, each contributing solutions for a greener and

UGM Lecturer Shares Insights on Harnessing Technology for Climate-Resilient Agriculture at MMU Malaysia International Webinar

October 23, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, October 23, 2025 — Dr. Andri Prima Nugroho, Head of the Energy and Agricultural Machinery Laboratory, Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), served as a speaker in the International Sustainability Webinar organized by the Multimedia University (MMU) Sustainability Development Committee, Malaysia. The online webinar, themed “Harnessing Technology for Climate-Resilient Agriculture,” was held on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Malaysia time (09:00–11:00 a.m. WIB) via Microsoft Teams. This event was part of MMU SDC’s initiative to raise awareness of sustainable practices and innovations

UGM Agricultural Engineering Students Deepen Soil Physics Knowledge with Dr. Orracha from Thailand

October 22, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, October 22, 2025 — The growing global population continues to pose a major challenge for the agricultural sector to increase productivity and meet the rising demand for food. However, excessive agricultural practices and soil tillage can lead to land degradation and reduced soil quality for future cropping seasons. In response to this issue, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), equipped students with new insights through a guest lecture featuring Dr. Orracha Sae-Tun from the Faculty of Forestry, Kasetsart University, Thailand. The lecture, attended by students

Dr. Arifin Dwi Saputro Presents Cocoa Downstream Strategy at “Tani On Stage” by the Ministry of Agriculture

October 21, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, October 21, 2025 —Cocoa is one of Indonesia’s leading agricultural commodities, ranking sixth among the world’s largest cocoa exporters, according to data from the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO). However, the diversification of cocoa-based products in Indonesia remains limited. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the bean-to-bar sector still face challenges in producing cocoa products that meet global quality standards, while cocoa farmers often receive profits that are not proportional to their efforts. In response to the current condition of the cocoa commodity, the Ministry of Agriculture, through the Bureau of Communication and Public Services of

Prof. Sigit Supadmo Presents Irrigation Optimization to Achieve National Food Self-Sufficiency at PIT HATHI 2025

October 20, 2025 No Comments

Manado, October 18, 2025 — Prof. Dr. Ir. Sigit Supadmo, M.Eng., Professor of Irrigation Engineering at the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), served as a keynote speaker at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Indonesian Hydraulic Engineering Association (HATHI) held at Sam Ratulangi University, Manado. In this session, Prof. Sigit delivered a presentation titled “Optimization of Water Use for Agriculture to Support Sustainable Food Self-Sufficiency.” In his opening remarks, Prof. Sigit reviewed the evolution of irrigation management—from the era of kingdoms, through the colonial period, to the

DTPB FTP UGM Facilitates Coordination Meeting on Agricultural Machinery Road Map Preparation with Ministry and Industry Stakeholders

October 17, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, October 16, 2025 —The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), held a Coordination Meeting on the Preparation of the Agricultural Machinery (Alsintan) Road Map in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry of the Republic of Indonesia, local government agencies, and representatives from the agricultural machinery industry. The meeting took place at the Operational Room of FTP UGM. The event was attended by Mr. Antonius Fernando from the Ministry of Industry, as well as representatives from the Agriculture and Food Security Office of the Special Region

DTPB FTP UGM Conducts Field Data Collection for the Development of Agricultural Machinery (Alsintan) Road Map

October 17, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, October 2025 — The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (DTPB FTP UGM), conducted a series of field data collection activities as part of the formulation of the Agricultural Machinery (Alsintan) Road Map. The activity involved multiple stakeholders, including farmer groups, industry representatives, and agricultural technology practitioners. Field activities were carried out through in-depth interviews and discussions with both end users and industry actors, including: Mr. Didik Purwadi, Mr. Warsita, Mr. Hartaya, and Mr. Jaimin (UPJA Taju Jawa Prambanan), on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 12.00–16.00 WIB; Mr.

Dr. Evi Undertakes International Mobility Program at Chungnam National University, Strengthening Research Collaboration in Hyperspectral Imaging

October 16, 2025 No Comments

Daejeon, South Korea, October 2–14, 2025 —Dr. Rudiati Evi Masithoh, lecturer at the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (DTPB FTP UGM), had the opportunity to participate in an international mobility program at Chungnam National University (CNU), South Korea. Over the two-week program, Dr. Evi was involved in a collaborative research project with the CNU research team led by Prof. Byoung-Kwan Cho, Ph.D., under the Department of Smart Agriculture Systems (BK21 4th), College of Agriculture and Life Science. The research focuses on the development and application of Hyperspectral Imaging