The Department of Fisheries at the Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), hosted the “Kenal Perikanan” event to provide students with a deeper understanding of the fisheries sector. The event took place over two days, from 6-7 September 2024, in Cirebon, West Java. This year, 212 students, 30 faculty members, 12 educational staff, and 6 companions from the Aquaculture, Aquatic Resource Management, and Fisheries Product Technology study programs participated in the Kenal Perikanan 2024 event.During the event, students had the opportunity to visit several fisheries-related institutions, including the Tegalsari Fishery Port (PPP) in Tegal, the Kejawanan Cirebon National Fishery Port (PPN), PT Sambu Perkasa Mandiri, PT Pan Putera Samudra, PT Perdana Investama Mina, and the Kersa Mulya Bakti Fishery Group.

The students were introduced to various areas of fisheries, including aquaculture techniques, fish capture, and the fish processing production process. The event also featured a fellowship night, where faculty members and alumni shared their experiences, provided insights into career prospects in fisheries, and entertained participants with performances from each study program. After the event, students were tasked with writing a report summarizing each of the visited locations, which were then evaluated by their chaperones.
Eko Hardianto, S.Pi., M.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., the event coordinator and a faculty member in the Department of Fisheries, stated that the goal of Kenal Perikanan is to provide students from the 2024 cohort with a comprehensive overview of activities in the fisheries sector, such as aquaculture.

“This event is expected to offer insights into aquaculture, fisheries ports, fish landing and auction sites, as well as businesses related to the fisheries and marine industries. We hope this activity will provide students with knowledge, motivation, and an understanding of the vast and complex world of fisheries and marine affairs in Indonesia, fostering future professionals and experts in marine fisheries from UGM’s Faculty of Agriculture,” explained Eko.

Through this event, the Faculty of Agriculture UGM aims to cultivate greater interest and understanding of the fisheries sector among students. The faculty is also committed to contributing to the achievement of several SDGs, including SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 14: Life Below Water, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

Author: Agrit Kirana Bunda
Editor: Desi Utami
Documentation: Kenal Perikanan 2024 Committee

As part of the 78th Anniversary celebrations of the Faculty of Agriculture at Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), the National Seminar on Agricultural Research Results XIV was held on Saturday, 21 September 2024, at the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium. Aligning with the anniversary theme, “Optimalisasi Pemanfaatan Lahan dan Adaptasi Perubahan Iklim untuk Mewujudkan Kedaulatan Pangan” (Optimizing Land Use and Climate Change Adaptation for Achieving Food Sovereignty), Semnashas XIV invited three key speakers who are experts in their fields, attracting over 200 participants.

The chair of the Semnashas XIV organizing committee, Andi Syahid Muttaqin, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D., shared that this year’s theme is highly relevant to the agricultural challenges currently facing Indonesia. These challenges emphasize the need for innovation and collaboration. He expressed hope that the seminar would facilitate the exchange of information and knowledge among participants, fostering collaboration aimed at contributing to Indonesia’s agricultural sector.
“As the organizing committee, we hope that this seminar, attended by academics, researchers, and practitioners in the field of agriculture, will create opportunities for sharing knowledge and experiences, and for formulating strategies that can make a real contribution to sustainable agriculture in Indonesia,” said Andi, who is also a lecturer at the Department of Soil Science at the Faculty of Agriculture, UGM.

In his opening remarks, Andi reported that the seminar had received over 160 paper submissions, exceeding the committee’s expectations. The participants represented 25 universities and institutions across Indonesia, attending either in person or virtually as presenters or non-presenters.
The Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Ir. Jaka Widada, M.P., Ph.D., emphasized in his speech that agriculture is the backbone of the nation. He stated that agriculture should not focus solely on production but must also pay attention to ecosystem services.
“Until now, the agricultural sector has often neglected ecosystem services. By optimizing microorganisms or land use, in line with the theme of this seminar, we hope to place more focus on ecosystem services, thereby achieving sustainable agricultural practices and food sovereignty in Indonesia,” said the Dean.

The National Seminar on Agricultural Research Results XIV serves as one of the Faculty of Agriculture’s contributions to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, SDG 13: Climate Action, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

Author: Hanita Athasari Zain and Desi Utami
Editor: Agrit Kirana Bunda
Photo: Media Faperta UGM

The Department of Agronomy at Universitas Gadjah Mada successfully held the Buper Practice event on Friday, 30 August 2024, with the topic “Artisan Tea: Functional Beverage for Wellness.” This event was a continuation of the Buper Talk #11 webinar and was attended in person by the faculty’s staff.
The event, held with great enthusiasm, provided participants with in-depth knowledge about the benefits of artisan tea as a functional drink for health. Ir. Iriana Ekasari Muadz, M.M., founder of the Indonesian Artisan Tea

Association (ARTI), shared insights into the tea production process, various types of tea, and their positive impact on consumers’ health and well-being.
“With the success of Buper Practice, we hope it serves as a learning platform for the faculty’s staff. It is our hope that the series of Buper Talk #11 and Buper Practice activities will inspire participants to adopt a healthy lifestyle by utilizing local products such as artisan tea,” said Rani Agustina Wulandari, S.P., M.P., Ph.D., Head of the Department of Agronomy.
This event not only enriched the staff’s knowledge but also encouraged them to apply wellness concepts through the consumption of high-quality tea. The event also emphasized the future development of artisan tea innovations, aligning with the Faculty of Agriculture’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for communities.

By hosting the Buper Practice event, the Department of Agronomy demonstrated its dedication to education and human resource empowerment in the agricultural sector, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

Author: Khairani Nabilah
Editor: Desi Utami