PPK Ormawa Mahatani Unhas Implements Gravity Drip Fertigation System Collaborate with KWT Keluarga
PPK Ormawa Mahatani Unhas Implements Gravity Drip Fertigation System Collaborate with KWT Keluarga The Capacity Strengthening Program (PPK) of Ormawa Mahatani Unhas succeeded in the first harvest of the Gravity Drip Fertigation Based Horticultural Production System (SIPRODIV) program. In collaboration with partners from Kelompok Wanita Tani (KWT) Kerabat in Tamalanrea Indah Subdistrict, this activity is aimed at increasing the efficiency of water and nutrient use in plant cultivation, Tuesday (30/7). The PKK Ormawa UKM Mahatani Unhas Team introduced and accompanied KWT Kerabat in its implementation. They help from planning, system installation, to plant maintenance and will continue to monitor during the plant’s growth period. Muhammad Fachri Rama Dwi Astrada, as Chair of the Implementation Team, delivered an activity report to the participants. He explained about the Ormawa Mahatani Unhas PPK program, namely to provide community service through implementation of smart farming Gravity Drip Fertigation system. Ormawa Mahatani PPK Assistant Lecturer, Dr. Rahmansyah Dermawan, S.P., M.Si., explained that this program was the result of intensive collaboration between students, academics and the community and stated that, “The system implemented is not the most sophisticated. However, this program can at least be a first step for the Village Tamalanrea Indah to apply modern agricultural technology to support sustainable agricultural activities,” he explained. Dr. Ir. Mahyudin, M.Si, Vice Dean III of the Faculty of Agriculture, Hasanuddin University, in his speech emphasized the importance of innovation in modern agriculture. “SIPRODIV is a real example of how technology can be integrated into traditional agricultural practices to produce better results. Through this program it can be seen how serious Mahatani’s members are in bringing achievements and benefits, now Mahatani’s task is how to shape marketing so that the subsystem that is formed is complete from upstream to downstream,” he said. Meanwhile, Dr. Ir. Suhasman, S.Hut., M.Si, Head of the Unhas Student Achievement and Talent Development Sub-directorate, appreciated the students’ initiative in developing practical solutions to agricultural challenges. He said that PPK Ormawa is a program that aims to encourage students to learn to solve problems in villages through innovative ideas so that they can support village progress. The Tamalanrea Indah Subdistrict, represented by Village Secretary Asliah Kamal S.E, welcomed this program and saw it as a positive step in empowering local communities. “I still remember at the beginning when the Mahatani members were full of confidence and enthusiasm in consulting with the sub-district officer regarding the implementation of the program in Tamalanrea Indah sub-district, and now it has been proven and the results can be seen,” she said. The activity continued with the main event, namely the first harvest. Three types of vegetables were harvested in this first harvest. Pakcoy (25 HST/Day after Planting), Kale (22 HST), and Spinach (22 HST). These three vegetables show optimal growth and good quality, proving the effectiveness of the SIPRODIV system in increasing the productivity of horticultural crops. The success of this first harvest shows the great potential of SIPRODIV which not only brings direct benefits to partner farmers, but also serves as a pilot model that can be applied in other areas with similar conditions. kembali berikut
Department of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Unhas Holds International Symposium Collaboration between Indonesia, Japan and Malawi
Department of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Unhas Holds International Symposium Collaboration between Indonesia, Japan and Malawi The Department of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Hasanuddin University held an International Symposium entitled “International Symposium on Transdisciplinary Research” which discussed autonomous innovation in Rural Communities in Malawi and Indonesia and its implications for Social-Ecological Transformation Towards a Sustainable Future. The activity took place starting at 09.00 WITA in the LPPM Building Hall, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Thursday (25/7). Presentation of the symposium report by Dr. Ir. Asmita Ahmad, ST., M.Si as chairman of the committee. He expressed the hope that today’s symposium could become a good discussion forum for the participants who took part in the activity. The speakers present were Prof. Dr. Ir. Salengke, M.Sc (Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Unhas), Prof. Tetsu Sato (Collaborative Regional Innovation, Ehime University), and Prof. Dr. Ir. Dorothea Agnes Rampisela, M.Sc. Speakers from three nations were also in attendance, Prof. Motoko Shimagani (Researcher), Mr. Herwin Hartawan (Leader of For Green Indonesia, Polewali, West Sulawesi, Indonesia), Dr. Yasuko Kusakari (JICA Expert and Long-Term Researcher on Well-being in the IntNRSMS Project), Ohashi Koichi (Head of Japan Consular Office in Makassar), John Banana Matewere (Team Leader, Sustainable Cape Maclear), and Ilyas (Leader of Federation of Waters Users Association). Prof. Salengke in his speech welcomed the speakers who would share knowledge and innovation in today’s symposium. He revealed that this activity was a very good opportunity to broaden one’s network with the participation of farming professionals in attendance. “I think this is where we can share knowledge, ideas, and provide solutions to each other’s agricultural issues,” he said. Prof. Salengke further mentioned that students who participate in this activity, whether online or offline, should take note of it as a potential study topic for the future. On the same occasion, Prof. Tetsu Sato also expressed his appreciation and pride for being part of the symposium. The hope is that all parties present, starting from representatives of Indonesia, Japan and Malawi, can discuss various matters in the agricultural sphere. “Science is so important, we may not realize how necessary it is to create a sustainable platform for developing communities,” he added. The end of the activity continued with a product and business presentation session by 13 farming business actors in South Sulawesi. The activity lasts until 16.00 WITA. kembali berikut
Faculty of Agriculture, Hasanuddin University, Holds Judiciary and Gathering for Graduates for the July 2024 Period
Faculty of Agriculture, Hasanuddin University, Holds Judiciary and Gathering for Graduates for the July 2024 Period The Faculty of Agriculture, Hasanuddin University, held a Judiciary and Gathering for Graduates for the July 2024 Period. The activity took place on the 1st Floor of the GB Faperta Hall from 13.30 WITA until finished, Wednesday (10/7). The activity began with the reading of the names of the graduates by the Vice Dean for Cooperation, Research and Innovation, Dr. Ir. Mahyuddin, M.Sc. Followed by the reading of the names of the best graduates by the Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs. On this occasion, Prof Salengke expressed his pride in the students who had officially received degrees from the Faculty of Agriculture, Unhas. According to him, those who attended were prospective millennial farmers who would become farmers who would apply their intelligence to the agricultural world. “This moment is not the final moment, but the beginning moment for all of you. Hopefully the four years you have spent at Faperta will be a provision for you,” he said. Prof Salengke did not forget to convey his hopes to the graduates who have become alumni, especially in applying knowledge in real life. He said that Faperta Unhas strives as much as possible for higher achievements with quality alumni. kembali berikut
