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Workshop on Evaluation of Irrigation Modernization Policies and Smart Irrigation Water Management Pilot Project in Indonesia

May 31, 2025 No Comments

Makassar, South Sulawesi – The modernization of irrigation systems in Indonesia continues to progress. A significant step in this direction is the implementation of Smart Irrigation Water Management (SIWM) through the SIPASI 2.0 platform, which was demonstrated in a Pilot Project at the Pamukkulu and Tabo-Tabo Irrigation Areas. This implementation was thoroughly discussed during the Irrigation Modernization Workshop held in Makassar on May 26-27, 2025. The workshop, organized by the Directorate of Technical Development, Directorate General of Water Resources, in collaboration with the Faculty of Agricultural Technology at Gadjah Mada University (FTP UGM), featured presentations of

Scientific Writing Mini Clinic: Prof. Gary R. Sands Shares Academic Writing Tips with FTP UGM Postgraduate Students

May 22, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, May 20, 2024 – To enhance the scientific writing skills and capacity of its students, the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP), Universitas Gadjah Mada, organized a Scientific Writing Mini Clinic featuring international speaker Prof. Gary R. Sands from University of Minnesota, United States. Held at the DTPB Meeting Room, the event was attended by master’s and doctoral students currently pursuing studies in agricultural and biosystems engineering, and was facilitated by Dr. Arifin Dwi Saputro, a lecturer at DTPB FTP UGM. Through this forum, participants received comprehensive guidance on

Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering UGM Hosts International Guest Lecture on Global Soil and Water Issues

May 20, 2025 No Comments

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 – The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), held an International Guest Lecture in Room 384 of the FTP UGM Building. The speaker in this guest lecture is Prof. Gary R. Sands from University of Minnesota, United States, who delivered a lecture titled “10 of the Most Pressing Global Issues in Soil and Water Engineering.” The guest lecture was attended by undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students from DTPB FTP UGM, both in person and online. The session was moderated by Dr. Chandra

Midterm Workshop of the Collaborative Regional Research Programme–APN FTP UGM Discusses Smart Irrigation Water Management for Food Security

May 19, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, 16 May 2025 – The Collaborative Regional Research Programme–Asia Pacific Network for Global Change Research (CRRP APN) team from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, convened its “Midterm Workshop CRRP APN” in Conference Room I on Friday (16/5). This event marked the second forum in a series of discussions and presentations for the project Adapting the Impact of Land Use and Climate Change through Smart Irrigation Water Management to Support Food Security (SIWAMA), which received an international seed grant from the Asia Pacific Network for Global Change

UGM Agricultural Engineering Students Win Silver Award at International Business Model Competition

May 14, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, May 9, 2025 — A proud achievement has once again been made by students of the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). A student team named “Crowpala” earned the Silver Award or First Runner-Up for Presentation in the international BA Global Social Enterprise Competition Project, organized by the Faculty of Business Administration, Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Thailand. Held virtually, the competition focused on innovative business models rooted in social empowerment. Participating teams were required to submit their best proposals in both written and video presentation formats.

Academics from DTPB FTP UGM Serve as Facilitators in the Socialization and FGD on the Evaluation of Irrigation Modernization in the Manganti Irrigation Area

May 13, 2025 No Comments

Ciamis, May 6–7, 2025 — A group of academics from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), consisting of lecturers, research assistants, and students, served as facilitators in a socialization and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) event aimed at evaluating the modernization of irrigation in the Manganti Irrigation Area (D.I. Manganti). This irrigation area, which serves as a pilot project for the digitalization of irrigation systems, spans 26,153 hectares and covers two provinces and three districts: Ciamis and Pangandaran in West Java, and Cilacap in Central Java.

Departement of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Lecturers UGM introduce IKMC: Knowledge Management Solutions for Sustainable Irrigation Modernization in Manganti Irrigation Area

May 12, 2025 No Comments

City of Banjar, May 6, 2025. As part of the Evaluation Activities for Irrigation Modernization in the Manganti Irrigation Area on May 5-6, 2025, a session on the Introduction of the Irrigation Knowledge Management Center (IKMC) was held, featuring Ir. Andri Prima Nugroho, Ph.D., and Prof. Dr. Sigit Supadmo Arif as speakers. This event is part of a collaboration between the Center for Irrigation and Agricultural Modernization Studies (PKMIP) and the Directorate of Water Resources Engineering at the Ministry of Public Works. The presentation titled “Irrigation Knowledge Management Center (IKMC) – Building a Knowledge Foundation for

DTPB FTP UGM Team Conducts Irrigation Modernization Benchmarking at Manganti Irrigation Area

May 9, 2025 No Comments

May 5–6, 2025 — The irrigation modernization team from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), conducted a benchmarking visit to the Manganti Irrigation Area (DI Manganti). This activity aimed to gain in-depth insights into the implementation of digital-based irrigation modernization carried out in the region. The benchmarking was attended by two lecturers: Dr. Murtiningrum, S.T.P., M.Eng., and Dr. Andri Prima Nugroho, S.T.P., M.Sc. During the visit, the team explored various technical aspects of the modernization process, such as the use of hardware and software, the

Lecturer from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, FTP UGM, Invited as Speaker at Technical Guidance on Irrigation Operation and Maintenance Management in Sleman Regency

May 9, 2025 No Comments

Sleman, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, the Office of Public Works, Housing, and Settlement Areas (DPU PKP) of Sleman Regency held a Technical Guidance (Bimtek) on the Management of Irrigation Operation and Maintenance (OP) for Civil Servants (ASN) and Non-Civil Servants within the Regional Technical Implementation Unit for Water Resources in the Eastern Region. Dr. Murtiningrum, S.T.P., M.Eng., a lecturer from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), was invited as the keynote speaker at the event held at Hotel Paku Mas, Sleman. The event was attended by

Enhancing Laboratory Quality: FTP UGM Faculty and Technicians Join ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Implementer Certification Training

April 27, 2025 No Comments

Yogyakarta, April 25, 2025 — A total of ten lecturers and laboratory technicians from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), participated in an online Training and Certification for Lead Implementer of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Laboratory Standards, organized by LABNESIA from April 23 to 25, 2025. The participating lecturers included Dr. Sri Rahayoe, Dr. Devi Yuni Susanti, Dr. Rudiati Evi Mashitoh, Dr. Joko Nugroho Wahyu K., Hanim Zuhrotul Amanah, Ph.D., Sri Markumningsih, Ph.D., Hilda Maya Sintia Dewi, S.T.P., M.Sc., Dwi Ayuni, Ph.D., and Ardan Wiratmoko, S.T.P., M.Sc. They were

Palm Sugar SMEs in Kulonprogo Receive GMP Training with Support from UGM Lecturer

April 25, 2025 No Comments

Kulonprogo, April 24, 2025 — The Industry and Trade Office (Disperindag) of the Special Region of Yogyakarta organized an assistance program for the “Nyawiji Mulyo” Small and Medium Industry (SME) of palm sugar (gula semut) in Kulonprogo. The event, themed “Socialization of GMP Implementation Facilitation,” featured Dr. Devi Yuni Susanti, a lecturer from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology at Gadjah Mada University, as the keynote speaker. The session was moderated by Setiani Kartika Wati, S.T., a Junior Industry and Trade Extension Officer from Disperindag DIY, who emphasized the importance of

Commemorating 12 Years of the Clean Irrigation Movement, Prof. Sigit Supadmo Encourages Farmers to Take Active Role in Protecting the Environment and Irrigation Systems Bantul

April 24, 2025 No Comments

In celebration of the 12th anniversary of the Clean Irrigation Movement (Gerakan Irigasi Bersih or GIB) Merti Tirta Amartani, a community dialogue was held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Bantul Regency. Prof. Dr. Ir. Sigit Supadmo Arif, M.Eng., a lecturer from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), was invited to be the keynote speaker in this dialogue. GIB Merti Tirta Amartani is a grassroots movement initiated by Prof. Sigit Supadmo, in response to farmers’ concerns over the growing waste pollution in irrigation networks. Over the