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 (Faperta UGM), and PT Inamas Sintesis Teknologi (INASTEK) officially signed a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) regarding research, development, and promotion of downstreaming innovative products in the field of agrotechnology on Monday, February 2, 2026, in Yogyakarta. In the agreement, Faperta UGM was represented by the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture UGM, Prof. Ir. Jaka Widada, M.P., Ph.D., while PT INASTEK was represented by the President Director, Yosef Adhitya Duta Dewangga. This collaboration focuses on two main scopes: research and development in the field of agrotechnology and the promotion of downstreaming innovative products generated through the parties’ collaboration. read more

The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, held an Expanded Faculty Work Meeting (Rapat Kerja Fakultas – RKF) at the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium on Thursday, January 22, 2026. The meeting served as a strategic forum to communicate academic policy directions, evaluate learning processes, and formulate plans to strengthen research and institutional cooperation throughout 2026.

The Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture UGM, Prof. Ir. Jaka Widada, M.P., Ph.D., emphasized the importance of more systematic and adaptive academic staff management. He also urged the entire academic community to enhance their spirit of learning and adaptation, especially in facing the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, which is increasingly relevant in the world of education. read more