The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), continues to strengthen its steps on the international stage. On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Faperta UGM received a strategic visit from Prof. Hasegawa Takeshi from Ibaraki University, Japan. This meeting became an important momentum to strengthen synergy in the fields of research and education between Indonesia and Japan, specifically in the development of sustainable agriculture.

During the discussion held at Faperta UGM, Prof. Hasegawa expressed his enthusiasm for the potential of cross-country research collaboration. The main focus discussed included the development of appropriate agricultural technology and climate change adaptation, which are crucial issues for both countries. read more

The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), represented by Dr.nat.sc. Faizal Rachman, S.Pi., M.Sc., along with six students from the International Undergraduate Class (IUC), conducted an academic visit to the Fujian Institute of Marine Sustainable Development, Xiamen University. The visit was warmly welcomed by the Director of the Fujian Institute, Prof. Xue Xiongzhi, and served as an important momentum in strengthening international cooperation.

In his remarks, Prof. Xue emphasized that this visit was not merely an academic exchange, but also part of the “International Cooperation Network for Coastal Sustainable Development” framework initiated by the Fujian Institute. The Faculty of Agriculture UGM itself is one of the founding members of this network; thus, the presence of UGM lecturers and students strengthens Indonesia’s position in global collaboration. read more

Sherly Aurora Cahyadewi, a 2022 student of Agricultural Microbiology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), was selected to participate in the ASEAN International Mobility for Students (AIMS) program at Gyeongsang National University (GNU), South Korea. The one-semester program, held from August to December 2025, provided valuable experiences in both academic development and cross-cultural exchange.

During her time at GNU, Sherly took five courses, including International Cooperation in Agriculture, Comprehensive Crop Science Design, Farm Practice, English Reading and Writing using Media, and Global Business English. The learning system was relatively similar to that of the Faculty of Agriculture at UGM, combining presentations, group discussions, practical activities, and assignments. However, the International Cooperation in Agriculture course offered a unique experience through weekly field trips conducted over half a semester, allowing students to directly observe agricultural practices and management in the field. read more