Wednesday, July 10, 2024, The Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly announces an event titled “Workshop on Eco Enzymes Production from Fruit Peel Waste.” This activity is part of the Community Service Program (KKN) coordinated by Nur Indah Septriani, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., a lecturer at the Faculty of Biology, UGM, and led by Rizquita Brillianti, a student from the Faculty of Biology, UGM. The workshop took place at the SSB Pavilion in Dusun Sompok, Sriharjo. The workshop was attended by 20 participants from the Sompok Women Farmers Group (KWT) and the village head, Mrs. Nur Latifah.
The workshop is designed to teach the Women Farmers Group to transform fruit peel waste into eco enzymes. Eco enzymes could reduce the reliance on chemical products in daily activities, promoting eco-friendly products to decrease environmental pollution. This objective aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDGs No.3 on Good Health and Well-being, SDGs No.6 on Clean Water and Sanitation, SDGs No.7 on Affordable and Clean Energy, and SDGs No.12 on Responsible Consumption and Production. It is hoped that the Women Farmers Group will obtain new knowledge and support the efforts to preserve the environment sustainably.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024, The Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly announces an event titled “Workshop on Eco Enzymes Production from Fruit Peel Waste.” This activity is part of the Community Service Program (KKN) coordinated by Nur Indah Septriani, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., a lecturer at the Faculty of Biology, UGM, and led by Rizquita Brillianti, a student from the Faculty of Biology, UGM. The workshop took place at the SSB Pavilion in Dusun Sompok, Sriharjo. The workshop was attended by 20 participants from the Sompok Women Farmers Group (KWT) and the village head, Mrs. Nur Latifah.
The workshop is designed to teach the Women Farmers Group to transform fruit peel waste into eco enzymes. Eco enzymes could reduce the reliance on chemical products in daily activities, promoting eco-friendly products to decrease environmental pollution. This objective aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDGs No.3 on Good Health and Well-being, SDGs No.6 on Clean Water and Sanitation, SDGs No.7 on Affordable and Clean Energy, and SDGs No.12 on Responsible Consumption and Production. It is hoped that the Women Farmers Group will obtain new knowledge and support the efforts to preserve the environment sustainably.
On July 6, 2024, the Biotechnology Laboratory, together with the Biology Orchid Study Club (BiOSC) at the Faculty of Biology, UGM, received a visit from two guests from DPD PAI BABEL: Ir. Dian Rossana Anggraini, Vice Chairman/Executive Chairman of DPD PAI BABEL and winner of the Kalpataru Award in 2015, and Yuli Tulistianto, S.E., Secretary of DPD PAI BABEL. The visit was warmly welcomed by Prof. Dr. Endang Semiarti, M.S., M.Sc., Head of the Biotechnology Laboratory, Chairman of DPD PAI DIY, and the lecturer advisor for the BiOSC student study group.
During the visit, DPD PAI BABEL handed over four excellent and healthy orchid species plants of Bangka Belitung: Grammatophyllum speciosum and Phalaenopsis sumatrana, which are threatened in their natural habitats, to be cultivated at the Faculty of Biology, UGM, and orchid nurseries in DIY. They also handed ripe Grammatophyllum fruit to be cultured. Ir. Dian explained the natural conditions of these orchids in Bangka Belitung and how to cultivate them in the Greenhouse of the Faculty of Biology, UGM, ensuring the preservation of these Indonesian orchids. Additionally, a discussion was held about the diversity of orchid species in Bangka Belitung and their distribution based on habitat.
The next activity was planting the orchids in the Karanggayam Greenhouse, guided by Mr. Nanang, the greenhouse manager. This activity supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) No.12 on responsible consumption and production and SDGs No. 17 on partnership for the goals. It is hoped that the conservation of Indonesian orchids will continue sustainably through collaboration between universities, PAI, and the community. (Ramadhan-BiOSC)
On Saturday, June 22, 2024, the Faculty of Biology at UGM, in collaboration with the Women Farmers Group (KWT) and the Water Farming Group of Kledokan Hamlet, organized a workshop aimed at strengthening food security and enhancing family economies through the “cultivation of microgreens and fish in buckets (Budikdamber)” activity. The event held at the Kledokan Hamlet Hall and was attended by 24 KWT members, the village head Punjul Santosa, Sumino the head of the water farming group, the head of PKK, Mrs.Galina, Mrs. Marthin Sumarahayu as the head of KWT, and the Partner Village Team Dr. Dra.Rr. Upiek Ngesti WA, DAP&E, M.Biomed, Nur Farah Susilowati, Ahmad Aris Budi R, and Aprilia Nur Safitri.
Themed “Successful Tips for Cultivating Microgreens and Budikdamber,” the workshop featured Nur Indah Septriani, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D. and Prof. Dr. Kumala Dewi, M.Sc.St. as speakers. Nur Indah Septriani, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D. explained the concept and benefits of Budikdamber, a local innovation that combines catfish cultivation with hydroponic farming. Meanwhile, Prof. Dr. Kumala Dewi, M.Sc.St., shared knowledge about cultivating microgreens, an easy-to-grow nutrient-rich green plant.
This workshop supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) No.3 for a prosperous and healthy life, and SDGs No.12 for sustainable consumption and production. The workshop ran smoothly, with participants enthusiastically engaging in the socialization, discussions, and practical sessions. The event concluded with distribution of Budikdamber and microgreen cultivation equipment for KWT members.
[PkM – MBKM] On Saturday, May 18, 2024, The Community Service Independent Learning Independent Campus (PkM-MBKM) team, guided by Prof. Dr. Kumala Dewi, M.Sc.St., conducted an educational event on Antioxidant-Rich Food Crops in Blotan Village, Wedomartani, Sleman. The event was attended by 15 representatives from the PKK group and participated by four students from the Faculty of Biology, namely Cika Aprilia Hendriana, Wafiq Nur Azzizah, Nayla Rasya Nareswari, and Della Thasya L.S.. The event aimed to increase public knowledge about the importance of antioxidant-rich food crops for health.
The event was led by Prof. Dr. Kumala Dewi, M.Sc.St., a plant physiology expert from the Faculty of Biology UGM. She explained in detail about antioxidants and their ability to protect body cells from free radicals, which can cause various diseases such as heart disease, Alzheimer, and Parkinson. In her presentation, Prof. Dr. Kumala Dewi, M.Sc.St., discussed several antioxidant-rich food crops, including colorful fruits and vegetables like purple sweet potatoes, strawberries, purple cabbage, and kale leaves. Many of the participants were unaware that kale is known as a superfood due to its rich nutritional content. It reported that 70 grams of raw kale leaves contain about 33 calories and various essential nutrients, including carbohydrates, fiber, protein, vitamins K, A, and C, and minerals such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron, and phosphorus. Kale also contains omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3), and various antioxidants, such as beta carotene, flavonoids, and polyphenols. Notably, kale contains high levels of the unique flavonoids quercetin and kaempferol. These nutrients help maintain overall health, including heart health, eye health, diabetes prevention, and cancer management. In the following program, there will be a demonstration of kale cultivation in Blotan Village.
At the end of the presentation, a discussion session was held on the importance of nutritious food to prevent stunting in children. The event also included a hands-on practice of making fruit and vegetable salads rich in antioxidants. This session aimed to allow participants to experience antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables and to understand how to make simple antioxidant-rich salads quickly and easily.
This activity is part of the 2024 PkM-MBKM Program of the Faculty of Biology UGM, titled “Education and Sustainable Cultivation Practices of Food Crops and Fisheries through Urban Agriculture in Blotan Village, Wedomartani, Sleman, Yogyakarta.” This community service activity supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Pillar 2 (zero hunger) and Pillar 12 (responsible consumption and production). It hoped that this activity will continue to improve the quality of life for the community and support SDG pillar 3 (good health and well-being) for all.
Yogyakarta, 1 June 2024 – The Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada held a Stadium Generale entitled The Role of Research in the Development of the Palm Oil Industry. The public lecture which was held in the Tropical Biology Auditorium, Faculty of Biology UGM, was attended by lecturers and students, with speaker Dr. Tony Liwang, member of Research and Development Committee of the Palm Oil Plantation Fund Management Agency (BPDP KS).
“Indonesia is the largest palm oil producer in the world, and we as researchers are expected to be able to contribute to the development of research and applications for managing these plantation products,” said Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc. as Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM in his speech on Saturday (1/6). He added that research contributions and applications need to be continued, especially to support economic improvement and community welfare.
The public lecture was then guided by Tia Efriansi, S.Si, one of the students in the Faculty of Biology UGM doctoral study program. Tia gave an overview of how the palm oil industry in Indonesia has developed to date and its potential, before then introducing lecture speakers from the Research and Development Committee of the Palm Oil Plantation Fund Management Agency (BPDP KS), Dr. Tony Liwang.
Dr. Tony Liwang is a member of the Research and Development Committee of the Palm Oil Plantation Fund Management Agency (BPDP KS). He is the inventor of 12 varieties of oil palm, including cloned plants resulting from oil palm tissue culture with high productivity, as well as the discoverer of more than 300 genes that have been registered in GeneBank. There are at least 14 patents under Dr. Tony’s name which has been applied on a commercial scale.
“Palm oil is the largest oil and gas foreign exchange contributor in Indonesia,” said Dr. Tony in his presentation Saturday (1/6). He emphasized the huge potential of palm oil produced by Indonesia every year, and the potential for post-harvest waste management research which is still being developed.
Palm oil itself is a component that is often found in everyday life, through food products or food derivatives produced by various multinational companies. These include cooking oil, margarine, milk, vitamins and supplements, and even soap.
The Palm Oil Plantation Fund Management Agency (BPDP KS) plays a role in managing funds for the development of sustainable palm oil research in Indonesia. Dr. Tony gave a presentation on several potential research that had been supported by BPDP KS, including innovations in the production of ligninolytic enzymes, CMC edible mushrooms, and organic fertilizer from empty oil palm fruit bunches (TKKS), bioplastic production technology from empty oil palm fruit bunches (TKKS), production of calcium soap from palm oil fat (PFAD) to increase cow’s milk production, production of MDAG (emulsifier) from palm oil, production of printing ink (green varnish) from palm oil derivatives, production of thread and fabric from empty palm fruit bunch fiber (TKKS), production of biochar (propolis charcoal), and so on.
“The challenge of research development is that it often stops at the initial research stage and is difficult to reach the commercialization stage,” said Dr. Tony is next. He said that the biggest problem was in the process of scaling up research results to the industrial level. In this case, BPDP KS plays a role in bridging palm oil research and development to produce products and technology up to the commercialization stage.
The public lecture was continued with a question-and-answer session between participants and resource persons. Participants were very enthusiastic throughout the lecture and it is hoped that through the lecture presentation they can stimulate innovative and applicable ideas, especially in supporting the development of palm oil research, as well as indirectly participating in economic growth and prosperity in Indonesia.
SDGS point tags: SDG 4, 8, 9, 12, 17
The Community Service Team – Independent Learning Independent Campus (PkM-MBKM) of the Faculty of Biology UGM for the year 2024, chaired by Rina Sri Kasiamdari, Ph.D., has successfully conducted a series of Community Service activities at Kepuh Kulon RT 001, Wirokerten, Banguntapan, Bantul. The MBKM PKM program supports SDG 1 No Poverty, SDG 2 No Hunger, SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities, and SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production. The team, consisting of four students, namely Nurindah Musarofah, Hasna Nabila Kusumastuti, Cindy Adisty Rudi Ananda Putri, and Amalia Rizky Fauzi, focused on the theme of simple hydroponic cultivation technology to enhance community food independence. This program is designed to span two semesters. On the even semester, PkM-MBKM activities were conducted on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 09:00 to 12:00 WIB at the residence of Mr. Zamzuri, the Head of RT 001 Kepuh Kulon. The activities included socialization and practical demonstrations of simple hydroponic cultivation utilizing a wick system. The event was warmly received by 22 residents of RT 001 Kepuh Kulon, as well as Mr. Sunartana, the Head of the Kepuh Kulon Hamlet. In his address, Mr. Sunartana expressed his hope that this program would evolve into a sustainable initiative to address local challenges, urging community members to support its continuity. Mrs. Rina emphasized that the program aims to bolster community food independence by maximizing limited land resources through hydroponic cultivation and encouraged residents to adopt hydroponic practices at their homes.
Socialization activities included providing information on the concept and benefits of hydroponics, suitable plant species for hydroponic cultivation, various hydroponic techniques, types of fertilizers and equipment, and procedures for implementing wick system hydroponics. The wick system was chosen for its simplicity, minimal requirement of tools and materials, and low maintenance costs. During the practical session, residents were divided into four groups of 6-8 individuals, each accompanied by a student mentor to facilitate independent practice. Participants engaged in activities such as seed selection, planting in rockwool, preparation of nutrient solutions, and transplanting seedlings. It is hoped that the residents’ enthusiasm and newly acquired skills will contribute to the sustainability of the program. Additionally, the PkM-MBKM team distributed sets of hydroponic tools to enable residents to continue practicing hydroponic cultivation at home. The PkM-MBKM program will be continued in the odd semester Academic Year 2024/2025 in September with activities to process hydroponic harvests into products that can be used for community food independence.
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On Saturday, May 18, 2024, the Partner Village Grant Team from the Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) 2024, led by Drs. Heri Sujadmiko, M.Si., and consisting of Abdul Razaq Chasani, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D., Dr. Rury Eprilurahman, S.Si., M.Sc., and Laksmindra Fitria, S.Si., M.Si., visited Kampung Satwa located at RT 06 RW 16 Padukuhan Kedung Banteng, Sumberagung Village, Moyudan District, Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta Special Region 55563. This visit was the initial meeting for coordinating the community service program with titled “Development of Edu-Ecotourism in Kampung Satwa through Community Empowerment and Digitalization of Collection Information.” The meeting was attended by four key stakeholders: the RT head; Kampung Satwa managers represented by Mrs. Sarmiyati and Mr. Hanif Kurniawan (Mas Aan); the Wahana Gerakan Lestari Indonesia (Wagleri) Foundation, which mentors Kampung Satwa, represented by Mr. Susilo Irwanjasmoro and Mr. Yeni Setiawan; and representatives of the Kampung Satwa women Mrs. Warsiastuti, representatives from the Women’s Farming Group (KWT), Dasawisma, and PKK cadres.
The meeting discussed several planned activities for the next five months, aimed at developing the infrastructure and management of Kampung Satwa as a tourist destination focusing on education, ecology, and ex-situ conservation. There was also a discussion to renew the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Faculty of Biology UGM and Kampung Satwa, which will expire in July 2024.
The meeting was opened by Mas Aan, followed by a presentation of the program by the team, and a discussion on the realization and technical implementation of the programs. The relaxed and engaging discussion resulted in several agreed-upon programs to be implemented shortly, namely:
1. Environmental Arrangement of Kampung Satwa
This activity is a form of community empowerment aimed at increasing interest in educational-themed tourism by improving infrastructure, facilities, and creating a more attractive and informative environment. With better environmental arrangements, visitors are expected to enjoy an educational, comfortable, and memorable tourism experience.
This activity is a form of community empowerment aimed at increasing interest in educational-themed tourism by improving infrastructure, facilities, and creating a more attractive and informative environment. With better environmental arrangements, visitors are expected to enjoy an educational, comfortable, and memorable tourism experience.
2. Integrated Waste Management Development
This program targets KWT women to address waste issues from tourism activities, including organic and inorganic waste. Through this activity, Kampung Satwa residents will learn effective and environmentally friendly waste management methods, helping maintain the cleanliness and sustainability of Kampung Satwa. Additionally, this program aims to educate visitors about environmental cleanliness, health, and personal hygiene.
This program targets KWT women to address waste issues from tourism activities, including organic and inorganic waste. Through this activity, Kampung Satwa residents will learn effective and environmentally friendly waste management methods, helping maintain the cleanliness and sustainability of Kampung Satwa. Additionally, this program aims to educate visitors about environmental cleanliness, health, and personal hygiene.
3. Data Collection and Digitalization of Animal Information
This step ensures that animal data is up-to-date, well-organized, easily accessible, and sustainable. Structured and digital information will facilitate the management of animal collections and education for visitors and researchers. Besides being conducted by the IT and Creative Team of the Wagleri Foundation, this program involves children in Kampung Satwa in animal documentation.
This step ensures that animal data is up-to-date, well-organized, easily accessible, and sustainable. Structured and digital information will facilitate the management of animal collections and education for visitors and researchers. Besides being conducted by the IT and Creative Team of the Wagleri Foundation, this program involves children in Kampung Satwa in animal documentation.
4. Promotion of Kampung Satwa Tourism
The promotion and marketing of Kampung Satwa as a leading regional tourist destination will be conducted physically and digitally (audio-visual). This activity aims to attract a broader range of tourists, including students, researchers, and families, to promote environmental education from an early age.
The promotion and marketing of Kampung Satwa as a leading regional tourist destination will be conducted physically and digitally (audio-visual). This activity aims to attract a broader range of tourists, including students, researchers, and families, to promote environmental education from an early age.
5. Culinary Tourism and Development of Unique Kampung Satwa Products
This program targets KWT women skilled in cooking and crafting various handmade items. This activity has the potential to enhance Kampung Satwa’s reputation as a tourist destination while improving the welfare and economy of residents.
This program targets KWT women skilled in cooking and crafting various handmade items. This activity has the potential to enhance Kampung Satwa’s reputation as a tourist destination while improving the welfare and economy of residents.
These programs align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and Goal 15 (Life on Land). Through these initiatives, Kampung Satwa is expected to become a practical example of sustainable educational tourism development, enhancing local community welfare and preserving the environment.
The Partner Village Grant Team from the Faculty of Biology UGM hopes to establish solid cooperation with all relevant parties, leading to positive and widespread impacts for Kampung Satwa residents and visitors. With a spirit of togetherness and innovation, let’s realize Kampung Satwa as a leading, eco-friendly, and sustainable edu-ecotourism destination. [TEAM]
Yogyakarta, May 26, 2024 – The Community Service Team of the Independent Learning – Independent Campus (PkM MBKM) Faculty of Biology 2024, has implemented the first program in a series of PkM-MBKM activities at the Melati Women’s Farming Group in Madurejo Village.
The program was led by Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr. Sc., with the title “Strengthening Economic Independence by Introducing Digital Marketing and Socializing Trade Licensing for Pumpkin Flour Products of the Melati Women’s Farming Group (KWT) in Madurejo, Prambanan,” which included five students from the Faculty of Biology, namely Haris Dwi Nugroho, Laksita Chesarina, and Ihsanti Dwi Nugroho. This first program focused on Socialization of the program activities and Introduction to PIRT, Hygiene Standards, Halal Products, and the Importance of Attractive Packaging. The program took place on Sunday, May 26, 2024, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the house of Mrs. Romli, a member of the Melati Women’s Farming Group in Madurejo Village, Prambanan, Sleman, DI Yogyakarta. The event began with games and door prizes to boost participants’ happiness and enable them to focus on socialization. Next, participants completed a pretest.
The first presentation was given by Dian Sartika, S.Si., M.Sc. She explained the importance of strategies for creating products on a micro-enterprise scale, including utilizing resources through processes of processing, production, packaging, and good product marketing. This presentation also covered the significance of PIRT (Home Industry Products), hygiene standards, halal products, and the differences in regulations and processes involved. She hopes that the difficulties faced by the community can be resolved through this program. This opportunity is expected to promote self-sustaining economic growth within the community for the future.
The second presentation was given by Prof. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr. Sc. He expressed his happiness and appreciation for the enthusiasm of the KWT Melati towards this community service program. He explained that this program is a continuation of a previous program related to the development of pumpkin cultivation, from planting to harvesting, processing the harvested pumpkins into flour, and pre-marketing. This is done to ensure that the products produced are of good quality in terms of aesthetics, safety, and durability, with the hope that these products can be introduced to the community starting with small-scale marketing at Jasmine Corner in the Faculty of Biology UGM. Prof. Budi emphasized that the process is not instant and may not always go as planned, but the persistence and determination of KWT Melati will lead to economic independence. The event concluded with a group photo.
This program is also expected to contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) specially point 1 (no poverty), point 2 (zero hunger), point 4 (gender equality), point 8 (decent work and economic growth), point 10 (reduced inequalities), and point 12 (responsible consumption and production). Additionally, this activity contributes to achieving IKU 2 (MBKM off-campus) and IKU 3 (lecturers off-campus) for the Faculty of Biology UGM.
It is hoped that this socialization will provide insight to KWT Melati members through discussions, enhance cooperation, and contribute to sustainable economic development that benefits everyone.
Genoveva Ristining Tyas and Ridho Nur Alam, undergraduate students from the Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, class of 2022, succeeded in achieving Gold Medal, 2nd Place in Poster, and 2nd Place Overall in an National Essay Competition held by Universitas Jenderal Soedirman under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Endang Semiarti, M.S., M.Sc. Their essay, submitted with the subtheme “Agriculture,” titled “Innovation of Biofertilizer with Halotolerant Bacteria and Eco Enzyme for Bioremediation of Unproductive Coastal Areas”.The innovation of biofertilizer with halotolerant bacteria combined with eco enzymes derived from the utilization of organic household waste and bagasse presents a sustainable solution in managing household organic waste and industrial waste.
By integrating biofertilizer, utilizing coastal land for shallot cultivation, and optimizing eco enzyme products, innovative, sustainable, productive, and environmentally friendly agriculture can be realized. This innovation plays a significant role in optimizing land productivity and increasing shallot commodity yields in Indonesia. It can impact the fulfillment of shallot consumption for the Indonesian population and potentially increase the national per capita income. This aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in No Poverty (SDGs 1), Zero Hunger (SDGs 2),Good Health and Well-being (SDGs 3) Affordable and Clean Energy (SDGs 7), and Responsible Consumption and Production (SDGs 12), thereby supporting Indonesia’s vision for Golden Indonesia 2045. [Author: Genoveva Ristining Tyas]