The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM) continues demonstrating its commitment to empowering local farmers. This time, their commitment is realized through collaboration with Indomaret, the Agriculture, Food, and Fisheries Office of Sleman Regency, and the Millennial Farmers of Sleman to launch the Regional Economic Empowerment Program through California Papaya Cultivation. The signing of the Cooperation Agreement (PKS) took place on Tuesday, 7 January 2024, at the Venture Room, AGLC (Agritropical Learning Cente Building, 6th Floor, Faculty of Agriculture UGM.
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Dr. Mohammad Abdul Ghani, President Director of Holding Perkebunan Nusantara PTPN III, shared essential tips on how to become a professional with strong character. He delivered these insights to 286 prospective graduates of the Undergraduate Program at the Faculty of Agriculture Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), for the 2023/2024 Academic Year Period IV.The tips included eight key capacities that prospective graduates should develop,including Risk-taking, Curiosity, Managing diversity, Driving innovation, Networking, Digital leadership, Driving execution, and Self-differentiation.
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.