The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), participated in the First Planting of Superior Cocoa Demonstration Plot in Jambusari Village, Jeruklegi District, Cilacap Regency, on Thursday, March 26, 2026. This event is part of a pilot project for the production of high-quality and sustainable cocoa supported by Fuji Oil Co., Ltd., and serves as a platform for applied research implementation and community engagement.

The program commenced with opening remarks from the Head of the Agriculture Office of Cilacap Regency, the Head of Jambusari Village, the Vice Dean for Collaboration of Faperta UGM, Prof. Subejo, S.P., M.Sc., Ph.D., and a representative of Fuji Oil Co., Ltd. The symbolic planting of cocoa seedlings marked the official launch of the superior cocoa development program in the area. read more

The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), has implemented a Flexible Working Arrangement (FWA) policy in relation to the Nyepi Holy Day of the Saka New Year 1948 and Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah. This policy refers to the circular letter of the Vice Rector for Human Resources and Finance No. 2249/UN1.P4/DSDM/HK.01/2026 and the Circular Letter of the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology No. 2 of 2026.
The implementation of FWA at the Faculty of Agriculture is scheduled for:
● March 16 and 17, 2026 (two working days before the National Holiday and Joint Leave for Nyepi).
● March 25, 26, and 27, 2026 (three working days after the National Holiday and Joint Leave for Eid al-Fitr).
Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Prof. Ir. Jaka Widada, M.P., Ph.D., stated that this policy aims to optimize the performance of lecturers and education staff while supporting the effectiveness of task implementation during national holidays and joint leave.
The technical provisions for implementing FWA within the Faculty of Agriculture include:
● Attendance requirements during the FWA period will be waived.
● The rights of lecturers and education staff to receive meal allowances remain valid according to regulations.
● Unit leaders may require staff to be present on-site based on organizational needs.
● The criteria and composition of staff implementing FWA are determined by the respective unit leaders.
● Optimization of collaborative work systems and the use of information and communication technology to support task effectiveness.
The FWA policy also supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, and SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. read more

The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), held a handover ceremony for several strategic positions, including Heads of Departments, Secretaries of Departments, Heads of Study Programs, and Heads of Units within Faperta UGM. The event took place on Wednesday (7/1) at the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium, Faperta UGM, and was attended by the deanery, outgoing officials, and newly appointed officials within the Faculty of Agriculture UGM.

This event marked an important milestone in the leadership transition to support the dynamics of faculty management in the future. The series of activities began with an opening, followed by the reading of excerpts from the Rector of UGM’s Decree regarding the appointment of Heads and Secretaries of Departments and Heads of Study Programs, as well as excerpts from the Dean of Faperta UGM’s Decree for the appointment of Heads of Units. The highlight of the event was the signing of the handover ceremony minutes, witnessed directly by the Dean of Faperta UGM (Ir. Jaka Widada, M.P., Ph.D.), Vice Deans, and the Secretary of the Faperta UGM Senate. read more