The Master’s Program in Agronomy at the Faculty of Agriculture Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), has proudly earned an “Excellent” accreditation rating from the National Accreditation Board for Higher Education (BAN-PT), effective from 19 August 2024 to 30 May 2027. This recognition reflects the program’s exceptional quality in education and research.

The “Excellent” accreditation was granted following a rigorous evaluation process, encompassing curriculum standards, facilities, and the performance of both faculty and students. Dr. Dyah Weny Respatie, S.P., M.Si., Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs at the Faculty of Agriculture, expressed her pride in this achievement, attributing it to the collective efforts of the academic community in consistently improving educational standards. read more

On Friday, 23 August 2024, the Faculty of Agriculture Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM) held a Career Seminar as part of the Fisheries and Agriculture Career Expo (FACE). The event took place in the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium at the Faculty of Agriculture UGM and successfully attracted students eager to learn more about career opportunities in the agriculture and fisheries sectors.

The seminar opened with a welcoming speech from the Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, and Cooperation, Prof. Subejo, S.P., M.Sc., Ph.D. During his remarks, he highlighted the significance of this event in preparing students for their future careers. read more

The Department of Agronomy, Faculty of Agriculture Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), welcomed a visit from lecturers and students of the Seed Technology Study Program, Payakumbuh State Agricultural Polytechnic (PPNP), West Sumatra. The visit was part of a field trip and industrial tour involving 22 students accompanied by two lecturers. During their time at the UGM Department of Agronomy, the PPNP delegation was introduced to a range of seed technology tools at the Seed Technology Sub-Laboratory and biotechnology equipment at the Breeding Sub-Laboratory, including advanced DNA and RNA analysis tools for extraction, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), and further analysis. read more