Research and Services - Teknik Pertanian dan Biosistem UGM

Sambak Tofu Artisans Visit “Tahu Sehat Sari” Factory to Learn About Environmentally Friendly Production

June 26, 2025 No Comments

Klaten, June 25, 2025 — As part of efforts to improve the capacity of local tofu artisans, a group of tofu producers from Sambak Village, Kajoran District, Magelang, conducted a field visit to the “Tahu Sehat Sari” Factory located in Cokro, Klaten. This activity is part of the Small Medium Tofu Enterprise development program initiated by the YESSA Team (Yanmar Environmental Sustainability Support Association) from the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). During the visit, the artisans were accompanied by the Secretary of Sambak Village, Mr. Danu, as

Celebrating the 12th Anniversary, GIB-MTA Holds Workshop and Symbolic Ceremony to Support Sustainable Agriculture

June 16, 2025 No Comments

Bantul, June 4, 2025 – In celebration of its 12th anniversary, the Gerakan Irigasi Bersih–Merti Tirta Amartani (GIB-MTA), or the Clean Irrigation Movement, organized a series of educational and practical activities focused on sustainable water resource management. The event was held at the Potorono Sub-district Hall in Bantul Regency and was attended by community members, farmer groups, local government officials, and notable figures, including the Regent of Bantul and his staff. The anniversary celebration also featured symbolic ceremonies filled with meaning, including the release of fish, the breaking of an earthen jar (kendi), and the opening

FTP UGM and Ministry of Public Works Launch SIPASI 2.0 for Modernizing Indonesia’s Irrigation

June 11, 2025 No Comments

Modernization of irrigation systems in Indonesia has entered a new chapter with the launch of SIPASI 2.0 (Irrigation Management System Version 2.0) during the Workshop on Irrigation Modernization Evaluation and Smart Irrigation Water Management Pilot Project in Makassar on May 26-27. This launch marks a significant milestone in efforts to enhance the efficiency of water resource management to support national food security. The Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural Technology at UGM, Prof. Dr. Ir. Eny Harmayani, stated that SIPASI 2.0 is a manifestation of the academic community’s commitment to supporting irrigation modernization through research and

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