The contribution of academics from Universitas Gadjah Mada, particularly from the Faculty of Agriculture, was highlighted in a strategic discussion on strengthening the national food system through their participation in a focus group discussion (FGD) organized by Badan Pengawasan Keuangan dan Pembangunan. The FGD, titled “From Intervention to Independence: Assessing the Sustainability of KSPEAN as a Foundation for National Food System Independence,” was held on April 28–29, 2026, at the BPKP Regional Office of the Special Region of Yogyakarta. read more

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. read more

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (EPA) at the Faculty of Agriculture once again hosted a Guest Lecture on Agricultural Business on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Under the theme “Quitting the Bank to Realize Sustainable Agriculture,” the event featured Mr. Theodorus Dedy Tri Kuncoro, S.Si, CEO of PT Bhumee Artani Nusantara, as the guest speaker. The lecture was moderated by Pinjung Nawang Sari, S.P., M.Sc., and attended by undergraduate students from the EPA program’s 2025 cohort. read more

Yogyakarta, December 10, 2025 – The Evaluation of the Fall Semester Practicum for the 2025/2026 Academic Year was held offline at the MMA Auditorium, 3rd Floor, Agricultural Social Economics Building, Faculty of Agriculture. This activity marked the completion of the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Program Practicum for the Fall Semester 2025/2026. Lecturers and practicum assistants attended the event as a forum for reflection and continuous improvement of the practicum implementation over the course of one semester. read more

Yogyakarta, November 26, 2026 — The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (EPA) Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, UGM, proudly welcomed 10 male graduates and 12 female graduates who officially earned their Bachelor of Agriculture (S.P.) degrees at the First Graduation Ceremony of the 2025/2026 Academic Year. This event marked a significant milestone for the entire academic community, as it once again highlighted numerous commendable achievements at both the departmental and faculty levels. read more

Yogyakarta, November 5, 2025 – The UGM Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Study Program held a guest lecture for the Regional Economics course. The lecture carried the theme “Structural Changes in the Irish Economy 1926-2020: An Input-Output Analysis” with Prof. Cathal O’Donoghue, Professor of Public and Social Policy, University of Galway, Ireland, as the guest speaker.

In this guest lecture, Prof. Cathal began by introducing the basic concepts of value chains and input-output analysis. The value chain begins with the provision of raw materials, production, distribution, and sales services, to generate added value for consumers. In today’s economy, the value chain involves interactions between various sectors, giving rise to input-output relationships. Prof. Cathal explained the input-output (IO) model, which shows the multiplier effect when demand for inputs in a sector increases and involves inter-regional interactions. read more

Yogyakarta, November 5, 2025 – The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Study Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a guest lecture in the Agricultural Economics course. The lecture focused on the theme “The Concept of Sustainable Value Chains in Agriculture,” featuring Dr. Adhitya Marendra Kiloes, a Postdoctoral Researcher at The University of Queensland.

In his lecture, Dr. Adhitya emphasized the importance of integrating economic, social, and environmental aspects, known as the triple bottom line principle, as a strategy for achieving a sustainable value chain in the agricultural sector. Students were encouraged to understand how to manage agricultural value chains efficiently and inclusively through innovation, public-private partnerships, and technology, adding value for businesses, communities, and the environment, and achieving resilient, climate-adaptive agriculture. read more

Yogyakarta, October 15, 2025 — The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, UGM, has carried out a community service activity in Nawungan I Hamlet, Selopamioro Village, Imogiri District, Bantul Regency. This activity is part of the Agricultural Socio-Economics Department Grant program. It is an effort by the EPA Study Program to encourage community empowerment by developing local agribusiness potential. The community service activity, entitled “Utilizing the Potential of Nawungan 1 Hamlet as an Agricultural and Rural Tourism Destination,” was inspired by the hamlet’s great potential to develop agrotourism based on agriculture and local culture. read more

Yogyakarta, October 20, 2025 – The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Study Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada held a guest lecture for the Business Analysis and Agricultural Projects course. The lecture focused on the theme “Circular Economy Practices in the Horticultural Business”, featuring a speaker from the Secretary of the Deputy for Food, Natural Resources, and the Environment at the Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas, Ms. Puspita Suryaningtyas, S.P., MBA, MGES. read more

Yogyakarta, October 10, 2025 – The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a guest lecture for the Agribusiness Management course with the topic “Customer Behavior”. The event featured Prof. Wirawan Dony Dahana from The University of Osaka, Japan, an expert in marketing and consumer behavior. The lecture was enthusiastically attended by students eager to deepen their understanding of customer behavior and its application in modern agricultural business strategies. read more