Algifari Izzan Muska, familiarly known as Algi, a 2022 cohort student of the Aquaculture Study Program at the Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), successfully participated in a student exchange program at Ibaraki University, Japan, from 25 September 2025 to 21 January 2026. Over the course of four months, Algi not only acquired academic knowledge but also gained firsthand cultural experiences that enriched his global perspective.

At Ibaraki University, Algi enrolled in courses related to sustainable agriculture, soil science, and laboratory research. He also had the opportunity to serve as a research assistant in soil science projects, allowing him to be actively involved in research activities. According to him, the Japanese learning system emphasizes discussion and research-based approaches, encouraging students to think critically, ask questions, and engage intensively with lecturers and peers in research projects. read more

The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), through the Nihongo no Nakama community (Friends of the Japanese Language), held a Farewell Party with Yamagata University students on Monday, March 9, 2026, at the Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium. The event was filled with warmth and became a valuable moment to strengthen friendship and international cooperation.

The program began with a welcome speech from the Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, and Cooperation, Prof. Subejo, S.P., M.Sc., Ph.D., who emphasized the importance of cross-country collaboration in building academic and cultural networks. The atmosphere grew even warmer when the Faculty presented a token of appreciation as a symbol of gratitude for the contributions of Yamagata University students throughout the program. read more

The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), took part in the Socialization of Forms and Assistance for the Sustainability Campus Action (SCA) 2026 organized by the University’s Quality Assurance and Reputation Unit (SPMRU) on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, via an online platform. This activity served as a follow-up to the launch of the SCA 2026 program held on March 3, 2026.
In this agenda, the Faculty of Agriculture was represented by the Head of the Administration Office, Agus Sudarwinto, S.E., M.M., along with his team. Each participant received guidance on completing the sustainability forms, which included indicators from UI GreenMetric, QS Sustainability Rankings, and THE Impact Rankings, as well as directions regarding the implementation of sustainability-oriented initiatives at the faculty level.
As part of the program, each faculty will be granted funding of IDR 20,000,000 to support at least five sustainability-related activities. These initiatives include training on waste management using digital scales, energy efficiency practices, water conservation efforts, and other programs relevant to the agricultural sector.
The Faculty of Agriculture’s contribution to SCA 2026 supports the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), namely SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation, SDG 7: Affordable and clean energy, SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production, SDG 13: Climate action, and SDG 15: Life on land. read more