Diah Fitria Widhinigsih, a lecturer from the Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), has once again brought international pride to the university. She was honored with the Amabel Fulton APEN Award for Excellence in Extension in the Young Professional (under 35) category at the Australasia-Pacific Extension Network (APEN) International Conference, held on October 14–16, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia.

This prestigious award recognizes Fitria’s dedication to agricultural extension since 2018. As both an academic and practitioner, she has been actively involved in various extension activities through the Agricultural Extension and Communication Study Program at UGM and is also the founder of Rumah Ilmu Bercak Pustaka, a community-based reading and learning center (TBM) in Sleman, Yogyakarta. read more

Yogyakarta, November 10, 2025 – The Agricultural Extension and Communication Study Program (PKP), Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), welcomed a benchmarking visit from the Agricultural Extension Study Program of Andalas University (Unand). The visit aimed to deepen understanding and enhance the quality of education in agricultural extension by learning from the best practices implemented by PKP UGM.

During the meeting, both institutions discussed several key topics related to academic development, including the design of Graduate Learning Outcomes (CPL) implemented by PKP UGM to prepare graduates who are adaptive and competent in facing professional challenges. UGM also shared the results of its teacher study, which focuses on improving teaching quality and pedagogy through reflective academic practices. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, conducted the Field Practicum of Agricultural Socio-Economic Assessment (PSEP) from 31 October to 3 November 2025. Over four days, students were deployed directly to rural communities to examine the socioeconomic conditions of farming households, applying the knowledge they have learned in the classroom.

Prior to field deployment, students completed nine preparatory sessions covering essential concepts, observation techniques, and interview methods. This preparation ensured that participants were equipped with the necessary skills to carry out the practicum effectively. The PSEP practicum serves as a comprehensive learning platform that bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world application, providing students with critical tools to analyze rural socioeconomic dynamics in a structured and insightful manner. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, welcomed a visit from Universitas Trunojoyo on Friday morning, October 17, 2025. The visit was part of a benchmarking activity focusing on quality assurance systems, particularly within two study programs under the Department—Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (EPA) and Agricultural Extension and Communication (PKP).

The benchmarking session took place in the Seminar Room of the Master of Agribusiness Management (MMA) Program, Sosek Building, Faculty of Agriculture, UGM. The visiting delegation of seven representatives from Universitas Trunojoyo was warmly received by the Department’s leadership, including the Head of Department Prof. Dr. Jangkung Handoyo Mulyo, M.Ec., Secretary of Department Ratih Ineke Wati, S.P., M.Agr., Ph.D., Head of the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Study Program Ir. Any Suryantini, M.M., Ph.D., Head of the Agricultural Extension and Communication Study Program Dr. Dyah Woro Untari, S.P., M.P., and Quality Assurance Unit representative Gilang Wirakusuma, S.P., M.Sc. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, held a “Workshop on Curriculum Evaluation and Quality Assurance” on October 16–17, 2025, at Hotel Lafayette, Yogyakarta. The event was attended by all lecturers and educational staff of the department as part of a continuous effort to enhance the quality of teaching, strengthen the internal quality assurance system, and develop human resource capacity.

The workshop aimed to comprehensively evaluate the curriculum and learning processes that have been implemented over the past academic year. Through this activity, lecturers discussed and reviewed the relevance of teaching materials, the effectiveness of learning methods, and various challenges encountered during teaching activities. The outcomes of this evaluation are expected to serve as a foundation for curriculum improvement, ensuring that it remains adaptive to the latest developments in science, technology, and the needs of students in the field of agricultural socio-economics. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held the Postgraduate Graduation Ceremony for Period I of the 2025/2026 Academic Year on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. This event marked a significant milestone as a moment of appreciation and celebration for students who have successfully completed their master’s studies at UGM.

The ceremony took place in two venues. The main graduation procession of Universitas Gadjah Mada was held at Grha Sabha Pramana (GSP) from 07.00 to 12.00 WIB, attended by graduates from various faculties across UGM. The event then continued at the Faculty of Agriculture, held at the Hardjono Danoesastro Auditorium from 13.00 to 15.00 WIB, where diplomas and certificates were formally presented to the postgraduate graduates. read more

Yogyakarta, October 20, 2025 – The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), successfully held a release ceremony for prospective postgraduate graduates for Period I (October) of the 2025/2026 Academic Year. The event, which took place on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 09:00 WIB until completion in the North Wing MMA Classroom, served as a valuable moment to celebrate the academic achievements of the master’s students. In a warm atmosphere, the ceremony was attended by the prospective graduates, department management, and supporting staff, marking the end of their studies in agricultural economics and agribusiness management. read more

The PKM-PM UGM BIJAK team, led by students from the Department of Agricultural Social Economics (Sosek), serves as the primary driver in empowering PKK housewives in Dusun Kalimundu by transforming agricultural waste—corn cobs—into briquettes with optimized calorific value. Among the five team members—Anisa Eka Zakiya, Laluna Lena, and Asyifa Nur Afanie from the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness program (sosek), along with Salma Salsabila from Chemical Engineering and Muhammad Wildan Mustofa from Plant Protection—three-fifths have a sosek background. Under the guidance of Mrs. Hariyani Dwi Anjani, S.P., M.Sc., as the PKM supervisor, the team was able to adopt a holistic approach that integrates social, economic, and agricultural environmental aspects as the core of the program. read more

Yogyakarta, 11 September 2025 – The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), has demonstrated its commitment to advancing organic agriculture through active participation in the 3rd International Conference on Organic Agriculture in the Tropics (Orgatrop), organized by the Department of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, UGM. Held from 1–4 September 2025, this prestigious event served as a vital platform for academics, practitioners, policymakers, and farmers from various countries to exchange ideas, experiences, and innovations amid global changes. Under the theme “Exploring Challenges and Opportunities in The Era of Global Change”, the conference highlighted various sub-topics, including organic farming production systems, policy and regulation, socio-economic aspects, technological innovations, and the contributions of organic agriculture to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). read more

Yogyakarta – The Department of Agricultural Socioeconomics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), proudly participated in the Graduation Ceremony for Bachelor’s Degree Period IV of the 2024/2025 Academic Year on Thursday, August 28, 2025. This ceremonial event served as a significant moment to honor the academic achievements of graduating students, marking the culmination of their university journey and the beginning of their professional contributions. The ceremony, held from 07:00 to 15:00 WIB, was divided into two sessions. The first session took place at Grha Sabha Pramana (GSP) UGM, attended by all bachelor’s degree graduates from various faculties. The second session continued at the Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium, Faculty of Agriculture, UGM, as an internal event involving faculty members, staff, and graduates’ families, creating a warm and joyous atmosphere. read more