The Agricultural Extension and Communication Study Program (PKP), Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, proudly celebrates the achievements of two of its students at the 2026 Yogyakarta Provincial Student Arts Week (PEKSIMIPROV DIY). Held from 18 June to 2 July 2026, the competition brought together university students from across the Special Region of Yogyakarta to showcase their talents in various artistic disciplines.

Muhammad Al Hazmi Kynan Sutanto earned Third Place in the Vocal Group Competition. This category brought together vocal group representatives from universities throughout Yogyakarta, highlighting participants’ musicality, teamwork, and artistic performance. read more

The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), hosted a Public Consultation Seminar on the Draft Law (Rancangan Undang-Undang/RUU) concerning the Third Amendment to Law No. 19 of 2013 on Farmers’ Protection and Empowerment, organized by Commission II of the Regional Representative Council (DPD RI) on Tuesday 23 June 2026. In this event, academics from the Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics (Sosek) UGM contributed through academic manuscript development and the provision of substantive inputs to the draft bill under preparation. read more

Students of the Master of Agricultural Economics (MEP) Program, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, particularly the National Sugar Synergy (SGN) collaborative class, participated in a Widyakarya program in Thailand in April 2026. The program was designed to broaden students’ perspectives on the transformation of the sugarcane value chain and the integrated sugar industry from upstream to downstream within a global context.

During the program, students visited several strategic institutions in Thailand, including the Thailand Sugarcane Breeding Center (TSBC), the Sugarcane and Sugar Industry Promotion Center, Thai Sugar Mills Corporation, and the New Krung Thai Sugar Mill and Ethanol Plant. Through these visits, students gained firsthand experience in understanding the development of a modern sugar industry supported by technological integration, research, supply chain strengthening, and product diversification. read more

Another proud achievement has been accomplished by a student from the Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada. Alexandros Candra Febrian, a student of the Agricultural Extension and Communication Study Program (PKP), was named the best graduate of the Faculty of Agriculture during the Undergraduate Graduation Ceremony for Period III of the 2025/2026 Academic Year held on Wednesday, May 21, 2026.

Alexandros achieved an impressive Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.98, reflecting his dedication, consistency, and hard work throughout his academic journey at the Faculty of Agriculture UGM. In addition to his outstanding academic performance, Alexandros is also recognized as a fast-track student who pursued an accelerated academic pathway as part of the university’s academic development program. read more

Panca Rahadi, S.P., a graduate student from the Master of Agricultural Economics (MEP) Program at the Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), was selected to participate in the Erasmus+ Student Mobility Programme, a collaborative initiative between UGM and Aarhus University, Denmark, funded by the European Commission. The three-month program was specifically designed to support research activities, allowing Panca to focus on developing his master’s thesis at the Department of Environmental Science, Aarhus University. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a retirement gathering in honor of Prof. Dr. Ir. Dwidjono Hadi Darwanto, S.U. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The event took place from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium, Faculty of Agriculture UGM, marking a meaningful occasion to celebrate his dedication and contributions to academia.

The event was attended by a wide range of participants, including Prof. Dwidjono’s family, fellow lecturers, former classmates, faculty leaders such as the Dean and Vice Deans, heads of study programs (PKP, EPA, MMA, and MEP), the Head and Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, administrative staff, as well as several of his former students. This diverse attendance reflected the strong academic network and personal bonds he built throughout his career. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a Family Gathering (Syawalan) on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The event took place from 09.00 to 13.00 WIB at the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium, Faculty of Agriculture UGM, and was attended by the entire Sosek community.

This event served as an important momentum to strengthen ties among the academic community, including administrative staff, lecturers, retirees, along with their families, and several student representatives. The presence of multiple generations in one gathering reflects the strong sense of kinship that continues to be maintained within the Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, through the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Study Program, successfully organized a guest lecture on Thursday, April 2, 2026. This activity was part of the Entrepreneurship course, aimed at enriching students’ insights into business opportunities and challenges, particularly in the agricultural sector.

Carrying the theme “Farming is Cool: Building Personal Branding & Modern Agricultural Business”, the event was held at the MMA Auditorium, Building A10, Faculty of Agriculture UGM, from 11:00 to 12:50 WIB. The session featured Jamaludin Nur Ridho, a young entrepreneur and the Owner and Founder of Jamal Farming Cendawan Jamur Jogja. read more

The Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, through the Agricultural Extension and Communication Study Program, recently organized a guest lecture on Monday, March 30, 2026. The session was held from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Extension Room, PKP Laboratory, A2a Building, 3rd Floor, and was attended by students enrolled in the photography course.

Carrying the theme “Fashion as a Language: What Your Style Says About You”, the guest lecture featured Andhita Andrajati, a Fashion Stylist from Route Production Bali, as the speaker. The presence of a creative industry practitioner provided students with a fresh perspective on photography, particularly within the agricultural context. read more

The Department of Socio-Economics (Sosek), Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada, successfully organized a specialized workshop titled “Promotion, Dissemination, and Increasing Visibility of the Agro Economic Journal” on Monday, March 9, 2026. Held from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM WIB at the Faculty of Agriculture UGM, this event marks a significant step in strengthening the academic reputation and reach of scientific publications in the fields of agricultural economics and agribusiness. read more