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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) 2024, spearheaded by three lecturers—Woro Anindito Sri Tunjung, Ph.D., Wahyu Aristyaning Putri, Ph.D., and Novita Yustinadiar, M.Si.—along with 10 students, conducted the second program in a series of PkM-MBKM activities in Dusun Sendari. This program focused on composting and the introduction of waste banks, aiming to enhance the community’s awareness and skills in independently and sustainably managing waste. The activity took place at RT03, RW19, Dusun Sendari, Tirtoadi Village, Mlati District, Sleman, Yogyakarta Special Region, on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

The activity was attended by 27 residents, including the village head (Pak Sumarta), the village head’s wife, and the RT leader (Pak Djijana). The event began with a pre-test and a prayer. The first presentation was delivered by Novita Yustinadiar, S.Si., M.Si., who explained the techniques for making compost from household organic waste. In this session, residents were invited to directly practice making compost using materials readily available around them. All participants were given brochures containing composting instructions and compost bags to use for practicing composting at home.

Next, the introduction to the waste bank was presented by Mr Farid Fakhrudin from the Rukun Makmur Waste Bank. He explained the importance of sorting inorganic waste and the benefits of managing a waste bank and waste donation for family economics and the environment. The participants were provided with an understanding of how a waste bank operates, the correct methods for collecting waste, and how inorganic waste can be processed into economically valuable products.

The event concluded with a post-test and the distribution of door prizes to residents who actively participated. Door prizes were awarded to 10 lucky residents through a fishbowl lottery. It is hoped that this activity will provide the community with broader insights and help them adopt cleaner and healthier living patterns through proper waste management. This activity supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 11 on sustainable cities and communities, SDG 13 on climate action, and SDG 15 on life on land.

the Gebang Hamlet, Jetis, Wedomartani, Ngemplak, Sleman, is the inadequate management of animal waste (kohe) from cattle and goats. Faculty of Biology UGM through the Community Service – Independent Learning Independent Campus (PkM-MBKM) 2024 activity, led by Prof. Rarastoeti Pratiwi, with members Angela Puspa Larasati, Hanifa Nazaila F, and Nindya Dayita Hapsari held the meeting with the Wedomartani Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis) team, represented by Joni Martono, Rujito, and Gatot Satriya, at Warung Goeboeg Pentjeng, Gebang. The meeting was to initiate the implementation of activities in managing and utilizing animal waste to produce organic fertilizer. Prior to the meeting, a discussion was held to align the perceptions between the head of Pokdarwis Wedomartani, Langgoso Aswin Poetra, and the head of the PkM MBKM team, especially regarding the implementation of activities. This activity supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially goals 13 and 17, Land Ecosystems and Partnerships to Achieve Goals.

The dominant livestock in the Gebang Hamlet are cattle and goats. Currently, animal waste is only collected near the pens, left to dry, and not optimally utilized. Additionally, there is an abundance of bamboo plants in the Gebang hamlet, which produce bamboo leaf litter. Bamboo leaf litter also serves as a medium for the growth of Trichoderma fungus, which has benefits as a biological fertilizer and biofungicide. The meeting discussed strategies for processing and producing organic fertilizer that can be utilized by farmers. It was agreed to process kohe, consisting of cattle and goat waste, along with bamboo leaf litter. This activity will begin with the production of prototype fertilizer products consisting of 6 variants. These prototype variants will be tested on chili plant seedlings to observe their growth. Subsequently, the selected variant of kohe fertilizer products, based on the best growth test results on chili plants, will be produced on a larger scale. To optimize the production of fertilizer on a larger scale, appropriate technology is needed using simple machinery equipment. The nutrient content and potential of these kohe fertilizer variants in supporting chili plant growth will also be tested.

To support the success of these activities, the head of the PkM MBKM team stated, “These activities will run smoothly if there is synergy between the PkM MBKM team and the team from Pokdarwis Wedomartani. To facilitate the activities, it can start by scheduling the implementation time at each stage, by writing down the activities in detail. Additionally, joint commitment is needed to achieve the goal of producing organic fertilizer from kohe waste in the Gebang Hamlet.” In the discussion, many suggestions and ideas were presented by Pokdarwis team members, which were well received by the MBKM students, including efforts to find references to support these ideas. The initiation meeting for these activities proceeded smoothly and optimistically.

In order to introduce and strengthen community service cooperation with partner villages, the PkM-MBKM Team chaired by Prof. Dr. Diah Rachmawati, S.Si, M.Si. together with Hanif Fauzan Saputra, Salma Nur Majidah, Maharani Pratiwi S.A., M. Reza Hendriansah, Rima Vegi Santika, Eka Nur Oktavia, Adzkiya Aqmaliza R., and Agra Daffa Putra conducted socialization activities for the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka Program in Kepuh Wetan, Wirokerten Village, Banguntapan Sub-District, Bantul Regency, DIY on Saturday, 4th of May 2024, from 15:30 to 17:00. This activity was attended by the women of the Kelompok Wanita Tani (KWT) Amanda.

The activity was guided by Agra Daffa as the MC, who started with opening remarks and student introductions. The event continued with speeches from Prof. Dr. Diah Rachmawati, S.Si. M.Si., followed by a speech from Mrs. Marwati, the chairwoman of the KWT Amanda. The PkM MBKM Team delivered socialization material related to the introduction of Circular Waste Management, including: (1) the potential of maggots for organic waste management, (2) introduction to aquaponics systems, and (3) catfish and vegetable cultivation using aquaponic methods.

The delivery of this material sparked enthusiasm among the women to learn more about waste management utilizing integrated maggot aquaponics systems. Although not very familiar with maggots, they were very interested in learning and implementing this system in their daily lives, especially as maggots can help minimize household waste issues. During the discussion session, Mrs. Marwati, the chairwoman of KWT Amanda, asked about the concept of maggot cultivation, including preparation of maggot growth media, utilization of organic waste in maggot production, and application and utilization of maggots for fish feed. Additionally, some group members of KWT Amanda inquired about the aquaponics system concept, including cultivation preparation, considerations, and factors affecting aquaponic productivity. Mrs. Marwati also expressed her hope for guidance and direction from Prof. Dr. Diah Rachmawati, S.Si. M.Si. and students in realizing the sustainability implementation of the program to support the empowerment of entrepreneurial independence of KWT Amanda and contribute to the improvement of community economy (SDG 8) and promotes well-being (SDG 3).

With the implementation of this activity, we hope for the sustainability of PkM MBKM activities in Kepuh Wetan, Wirokerten Village. After this socialization activity, it is hoped that the next activities can directly implement the concept of circular waste processing by the KWT Amanda. This activity also aims to build camaraderie between the residents of Kepuh Wetan, Wirokerten Village, and the PkM MBKM Team from the Faculty of Biology, UGM.

The 2024 Biology Open House and Research Topic Introduction (BIOENTRI) is an event organized by the Faculty of Biology UGM to introduce research topics led by faculty members to students. The purpose of BIOENTRI is to acquaint students with various research topics that faculty members are focusing on. The hope is that this event will inspire students for their thesis, facilitate the students to gather with supervisors whose research aligns with their interests, and enhance their understanding of research topics.

The event was attended by students of the Faculty of Biology UGM and lecturers from various subjects of interest as speakers. The event took place from Monday, April 22, 2024, to Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in Rooms 1, 2, and 3 (as scheduled ) and Lobby 1, Building B, Sinarmas, Faculty of Biology UGM. The event led by MC Alifiansyah Sutama and began with an opening ceremony and prayer, followed by the singing of the national anthem “Indonesia Raya,” the Universitas Gadjah Mada hymn, and the Faculty of Biology’s march. The event continued by a welcome speech from Prof. Dr. Budi S. Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., the Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM, and a group photo session. Subsequently, the activities included presentation sessions by each thesis supervisor.

The event not only introduced a variety of research topics relevant to the advancement of science but also to directly contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4 on Quality Education. Through this event, students will also understand how the faculty members research positively impacts other SDGs goals, such as biodiversity protection, ecosystem restoration (Goals 13, 14, 15), and enhancing community well-being through innovations in biotechnology and natural resource management (Goals 9, 11, 13).

[PkM – MBKM]- Yogyakarta, March 9, 2024 – The Community Service Team of the Independent Learning – Independent Campus (PkM-MBKM) Faculty of Biology 2024 in Sendari Hamlet, led by three lecturers, Novita Yustinadiar, M.Sc., Woro Anindito Sri Tunjung, Ph.D., and Wahyu Aristyaning Putri, Ph.D., along with 13 student members, has implemented the first program in the series of PkM-MBKM activities in Sendari Hamlet. This first program focuses on the theme of OneHealth, aiming to address intricate public health issues by integrating aspects of human, animal, and environmental health. This program took place in Sendari Hamlet, Cebongan, Tirtoadi, Sleman, DI Yogyakarta, started from 15:30 to 17:30 WIB, at the residence of the Head of RT.03. The main objective of this socialization is to empower the community of Sendari Hamlet, Cebongan, Tirtoadi, Sleman by applying the concept of OneHealth in daily life to enhance personal and environmental health.

This socialization was attended by the women members of PKK and was opened with a welcoming speech by Mrs. Nelvi, representing the women of Sendari Hamlet. She expected that this socialization would be conveyed in an easily understandable and would benefit the improvement of public health in Sendari, followed by a speech from Novita Yustinadiar, S.Si., M.Si. She explained that the PkM-MBKM program had been initiated since last year and would be continued with various future programs.

The material was delivered by Wahyu Aristyaning Putri, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., who explained infectious and non-infectious diseases, as well as the prevention, such as effective waste management, healthy and balanced dietary habits, stress management, adequate rest, regular physical activity, and so on. Participants were also asked to schedule weekly physical activity and guided in planning balanced suhoor and iftar menus. The PkM-MBKM team also provided solutions related to stress management through breathing exercises and energy gymnastics. The activity concluded with door prizes for active participants with high pretest scores. The hope is that this socialization will broaden insights to the participant and contribute to transforming the family lifestyles to be healthier.

Yogyakarta, March 8, 2023 – The Faculty of Biology received a visit from three MBKM (Independent Learning – Independent Campus) partners. The event took place in the KPTU Meeting Room of the Faculty of Biology, UGM, welcomed by Prof.Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., the Dean of the Faculty of Biology. Also in attendance were representatives from LAZNAS Yatim Mandiri, the Jaringan Satwa Indonesia Foundation, and Bumi Sembada Waste Bank, as well as biology faculty members involved in the collaboration, including Wahyu Aristyaning Putri, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., from the Biotechnology Laboratory; Novita Yustinadiar, S.Si., M.Si., from the Plant Development Structure Laboratory; and Dr. Dwi Sendi Priyono, S.Si., M.Si., from the Animal Systematics Laboratory.

Yatim Mandiri is a National Zakat Amil Institution owned by the Indonesian community, dedicated to uplifting the social dignity of orphans through ZISWAF funds (Zakat, Infaq, Shadaqah, Wakaf), as well as another lawful and legitimate fund, from individuals, groups, companies/institutions. Yatim Mandiri has established 46 service offices in 14 provinces in Indonesia. With its various self-reliance programs, Yatim Mandiri hopes to improve and spread its benefits widely. The Jaringan Satwa Indonesia Foundation is the Jakarta Animal Aid Network, known as JAAN, founded in February 2008 by Femke den Haas, Karin Franken, and Natalie Stewart as a platform for the community to report cases of animal abuse or to obtain information about animal welfare in Indonesia. Meanwhile, Bumi Sembada Waste Bank was founded in 2023 in Sukoharjo Padukuhan Besi Village, Sleman. There are 75 types of waste that the community can sell to the waste bank, with the expectation that the community will be more enthusiastic about sorting waste to improve the economy and help address the waste issues.

The purpose of the visit was to establish cooperation with the Faculty of Biology through the MBKM scheme, with three agreements for each partner. Professor Budi welcomed the initiation and expected that this cooperation would benefit all parties involved.

With the establishment of cooperation with these three partners, UGM’s Faculty of Biology hopes that the knowledge of biology can be beneficial to the wider community and also contribute to sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly in the development of inclusive education (SDG 4) and sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), through continuous collaboration and partnership building to achieve the goals (SDG 17).

On Wednesday, 7 February 2024, the Organic Waste Management Task Force from the Faculty of Biology provided a training session titled “Socialization, Education, and Practice of Integrated Office Waste Management – Zero Waste” for PT PLN UP3 Yogyakarta, held at the Malioboro Room on the fifth floor of the PT PLN UP3 Yogyakarta building. The task force was represented by Soenarwan Hery Poerwanto, S.Si., M.Kes., Dwi Umi Siswanti, S.Si., M.Sc., Suharjita, and Danang Sudarmadi, who were received by PT PLN UP3 Yogyakarta Manager, Adi Dwi Laksono, along with the management team, regional coordinator representatives, and the PT PLN UP3 Yogyakarta Women’s Organization. “PT PLN UP3 Yogyakarta was expected to independently manage office and household waste as a form of participation in the effort towards Yogyakarta’s freedom from waste emergencies,” expressed Adi in his opening remarks. During the implementation, Adi also hoped that PT PLN UP3 Yogyakarta and the Faculty of Biology UGM could establish a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) or Cooperation Agreement (PKS) so that waste management could be carried out sustainably.

The training began with a presentation by Soenarwan Hery Poerwanto, S.Si., M.Kes., titled “Waste Management.” He explained that all waste could be utilized through reduction, reuse, and recycling, including residual waste which is currently managed by a residual waste management company in Klaten. He also presented the history of the establishment of the Faculty of Biology’s Organic Waste Management Task Force and several schemes for organic waste management that have been implemented in the faculty.

The second session, titled “Independent Waste Management as an Effort to Achieve Zero Waste Household,” was delivered by Dwi Umi Siswanti, S.Si., M.Sc. She explained the role of liquid organic fertilizer or LOF in plant growth and productivity, as well as its role in the growing medium. “The utilization of LOF for plants not only increases growth and productivity but also reduces production costs and serves as one of the efforts to manage organic waste in the environment,” said Dwi. The training continued with a practical session on waste processing, converting leaf litter into compost plus, which was compost with the addition of Bioferti 2023, one of the products of the Faculty of Biology’s Organic Waste Management Task Force. The compost-making practice was guided by Suharjita and Danang.

This training activity was a realization of Sustainable Development Goals number 3, which is Good Health and Well-being, and number 17, which is Partnerships for the Goals. “Hopefully, this training will be the starting step for PT PLN UP3 Yogyakarta to become a pioneer and pilot project for institutions capable of independently managing waste, thus becoming a role model for state-owned enterprises and other institutions in Yogyakarta,” concluded Adi, closing the training event.

On Thursday, 25 January 2024, a Waste Sorting Workshop titled “Conscious Sorting and Processing of Waste at Home (SAIDAH SARIMAH)” was conducted in collaboration between the Volunteer Independence Companions, the Yatim Mandiri institution, Bumi Sembada Waste Bank, and the Faculty of Biology UGM at Internet Learning Cafe Timoho from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM WIB and was attended by students and staff from Yatim Mandiri Institution. The workshop’s content was delivered by Dzikri Asyakrullah, S.Sos, M.A., as an Empowerment Practitioner, Ria Karyanto, S.Kom, Founder of Bumi Sembada Waste Bank, Wahyu Aristianing Putri, M.Sc., Ph.D., and Novita Yustinadiar, S.Si., M.Si., as faculty members of the Faculty of Biology UGM. The workshop covered the importance of an empowerment mindset in addressing waste issues, the best practices and track record of the Bumi Sembada Waste Bank Sleman, community service discussing the synergy between academics and practitioners with the implementation of composting and biopore creation.

This time, Yatim Mandiri institution innovatively provided assistance in the form of community empowerment programs, aiming for a more significant impact through collaboration with practitioners and academics to address waste issues together with Bumi Sembada Waste Bank. This activity aligns with the PKM-MBKM and Desa Mitra programs that will be implemented by the Faculty of Biology in 2024, with the hope that many villages will become partners with Bumi Sembada Waste Bank. The Bumi Sembada Waste Bank was established in 2023 and was located in Sukoharjo Village, Padukuhan Besi, Sleman. There were 75 categories of waste that the community can sell to the waste bank, aiming to motivate the community to sort waste more diligently, thereby improving the economy and helping to address waste problems. Mr. Zikri outlined seven stages of community development, 1. Preparation: Aligning visions and missions, 2. Assessment, 3. Planning alternative activities, 4. Formulating action plans, 5. Implementing activities, 6. Evaluation, 7. Termination. It was emphasized that there should be involvement, participation, and clear role distribution in an empowerment organization, involving ideas from all members to ensure consistency in community service tasks. The outcome of this activity was the initiation of collaboration among all parties involved in waste bank distribution and the creation of a Zero Waste Management guidebook to be shared with partner villages.

This collaboration initiative was a contribution from the Faculty of Biology UGM to the goals of sustainable development (SDGs), specifically in the development of inclusive education (SDG 4) and sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11) through continuous collaboration and cooperation by building partnerships to achieve goals (SDG 17). Hopefully, this positive synergy can enhance healthy and prosperous living (SDG 3).

[MBKM-PkM] The Independent Learning Independent Campus (MBKM) Community Service Program team from the Faculty of Biology, UGM, led by Prof. Dr. Endah Retnaningrum, M.Eng., along with four students Avila Kusuma W, Daimeera Anja, Shanaz Dhiya’ul Haq, and Syahidina has been conducting socialization and mentoring sessions with “Shobaru” livestock farmers in Condong Catur Village, Sleman, Yogyakarta, from October to November 2023.

The mentoring aimed to improve the quality of the local chicken eggs through the provision of fermented feed. The quality of these eggs is enhanced compared to those from non-fermented feed. The local chicken eggs have a richer taste and a stronger yolk color due to their high β-carotene content. This improvement is attributed to the higher nutritional content and better digestibility of fermented feed for the poultry. Moreover, providing fermented feed increases the animals’ appetite while reducing the odor from their waste. Additionally, fermented feed serves as a cost-effective alternative to commercial feed, which tends to be more expensive. The team also conducted socialization and mentoring on branding and online marketing of the local chicken eggs through social media platforms, including guidance on managing social media accounts. Packaging the local chicken eggs with branding has expanded their market reach, allowing consumers to locate and contact the local chicken egg farmers, thereby increasing the product’s visibility.

Through the MBKM Community Service activities by the Faculty of Biology, UGM, the “Shobaru” livestock farmers have seen improvements in both the quality of their egg products and their marketing strategies. This has led to sustained economic prosperity for the community while also contributing to environmental preservation.