Yogyakarta, November 12, 2025 — The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Program (EPA) of the Faculty of Agriculture at UGM received a visit from the Agribusiness Program of Andalas University. The purpose of this visit was to conduct a comparative study related to preparations for applying for ASIIN international accreditation, as well as to strengthen academic relations between institutions.

During the meeting, the UGM EPA Team shared their experiences, strategies, and best practices in obtaining ASIIN accreditation, including preparing the Self Assessment Report (SAR) documents, strengthening the learning outcomes-based curriculum, strengthening the internal quality assurance system, and preparing for the site visit. The discussion was interactive, with both parties exchanging experiences and challenges encountered in internationalizing their study programs. 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, October 3, 2025 – The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (EPA) Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, continues to demonstrate its commitment and consistency in organizing international classes as an effort to strengthen student capacity in facing global challenges. This initiative is part of a collaboration with the AIMS Program (Asian-International Mobility for Students), which provides students with opportunities for international exposure through cross-border cooperation. read more

Yogyakarta, September 18, 2025 – The Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, Faculty of Agriculture, UGM, is proud to congratulate Mr. Arif Wahyu Widada, S.P., M.Sc., who has been awarded a doctoral (S3) study opportunity at the Graduate School of Global Humanities and Social Science, Nagasaki University, Japan. His departure is not only a personal achievement but also a strategic step in strengthening academic capacity, research, and international networks in the field of agricultural economics and agribusiness. read more

Yogyakarta, September 15, 2025 – The Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (EPA), Faculty of Agriculture, UGM, once again conducted a Village Project implementation, this time located at the Mekar Organic Rice Farmers Group, Ngalian and Ngudi Makmur Organic Rice Farmers Group, Prumpung, Sleman Regency. The activity carried the theme “Program to enhance students’ understanding and capabilities in developing joint marketing concepts through the Village Project model.” This Village Project was participated in by 15 EPA students from the 2022 batch under the guidance of Hariyani Dwi Anjani, S.P., M.Sc., Sugiyarto, S.P., M.Sc., and Dr. Ir. Lestari Rahayu Waluyati, M.P. read more

Yogyakarta, September 16, 2025 – The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (EPA) Program, Faculty of Agriculture, UGM, conducted a Village Project deployment in Candiroto District, Temanggung Regency, in collaboration with Perhutani Kedu Utara Candiroto Forest Division as a field partner. The project focuses on the theme “Village Project to enhance students’ understanding and skills in technology use through the dissemination of technological knowledge and innovations to farmers via the utilization of Digital Technology Applications for business network expansion.” This Village Project was participated in by 15 students from the 2022 EPA class under the guidance of Dr. Hani Perwitasari, S.P., M.Sc., Arif Wahyu Widada, S.P., M.Sc., and Prof. Dr. Ir. Dwidjono Hadi Darwanto, M.S. read more

Journal of Management Studies, Vol. 31, 2025
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Yogyakarta, August 26, 2025 – As part of its commitment to maintaining educational quality, the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Program regularly holds Undergraduate Course Coordination Meetings ahead of the start of each new semester. This activity is attended by all faculty members of the EPA Program as a platform to synchronize and update various essential aspects of the learning process.

In this coordination meeting, faculty members discussed and updated the Semester Program and Learning Activity Plan (RPKPS). Additionally, the meeting included a review and preparation of learning materials and assignments to be implemented for each course in the upcoming semester. Through this process, it is hoped that the learning process will be practical, innovative, and relevant to advancements in knowledge and student needs. read more

Yogyakarta, August 12, 2025 – The Internal Quality Audit (IQA) is one of the key stages in the Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS) cycle, conducted annually regularly. This process involves a comprehensive evaluation of academic programs, laboratories, research centers, and student activity units to ensure that the quality of education and educational services is maintained and continues to improve.

On August 12, 2025, the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Program received an IQA visit conducted by two competent auditors: Muhlisin, S.Pt., M.Agri., Ph.D., IPP from the Faculty of Animal Science, and Makbul Hajad, S.T.P., M.Eng., Ph.D. from the Faculty of Agricultural Technology. read more

Yogyakarta, July 3, 2025 – The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (EPA) Study Program held an online MAX DEA training session via Zoom Meeting, attended by lecturers. The event featured Mr. Abi Pratiwa Siregar, S.P., M.Sc., as the speaker, who has experience in using the MAX DEA software for efficiency and productivity analysis.
The training aimed to enhance faculty members’ capacity in utilizing the MAX DEA software as a tool for Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), which is widely used in research fields such as economics, agriculture, and management. read more