Yogyakarta, February 10, 2026 – Gadjah Mada University held the Professorial Inauguration Ceremony for Prof. Dr. Jangkung Handoyo Mulyo, M.Ec, as a Full Professor in the Field of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Management. This moment marks an important milestone in his academic journey and in his scholarly contributions to the development of Indonesia’s agricultural economy.
In his inaugural address, Prof. Jangkung emphasized that food self-sufficiency is a strategic foundation for national sovereignty and welfare. Food is not merely viewed as an economic commodity but also possesses strong social, political, and cultural dimensions. Amid global uncertainties such as climate change, supply chain disruptions, and price fluctuations, a self-reliant food system is key to ensuring a country does not depend on external parties. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of improving farmers’ welfare through enhanced market access, more efficient input costs, and adequate infrastructure support, using a cross-sectoral approach.
