Udayana Harvests: Part of the 58th Anniversary of the Faculty of Agriculture and the 47th BKFP Celebration

Denpasar – The Faculty of Agriculture at Udayana University held an event titled "Udayana Harvests" as part of the celebrations for its 58th Anniversary and the 47th BKFP (Family Bonding Agency of the Faculty of Agriculture), on Monday (September 8, 2025). The event took place at the Faculty’s Experimental Farm in Denpasar and was attended by the Rector of Udayana University along with Vice Rectors, the Senate Secretary, Faculty Leaders, Institutional Leaders, the Dean and staff of the Faculty of Agriculture, representatives from the Department of Agriculture, partners, and other invited guests.

In his report, Dr. I Gede Setiawan Adi Putra, SP., M.Si., as Chair of the Committee, stated that in celebration of the 58th Anniversary and 47th BKFP, a series of scientific, social, sports, and cultural activities had been organized. These activities not only serve as a moment of reflection on the Faculty's journey but also strengthen the bond between the academic community, alumni, and the public. This year's theme, “Collaborating to Realize Regenerative Agriculture,” reflects the Faculty’s commitment to contributing to agricultural development at local, national, and international levels.

A variety of activities were carried out leading up to the celebration, including a community service initiative in Cau Blayu Village in collaboration with Udayana’s community-based KKN students, a Jegeg Bagus Faculty pageant, an infographic competition, a plastic-free campus clean-up movement, a flag-raising ceremony on the anniversary's main day (September 1), and a fun walk and games.

During the “Udayana Harvests” event, the academic community and guests were invited to experience both the challenges and joys of being a farmer—not as farmers living in poverty, but as innovative, creative individuals who can live prosperously through agriculture.

In his address, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, I Putu Sudiarta, SP., M.Si., Ph.D., emphasized that this year’s anniversary was celebrated in the spirit of mutual cooperation (gotong royong) and announced the upcoming international seminar to be held the next day. He also shared the philosophical meaning behind the event: “If today we plant corn, then what we harvest is corn.” This concept inspired the vision of creating something bigger—specifically, the idea of establishing an Agriculture Hospital.

“We once had a plant clinic to assist farmers in villages. Later, we engaged with the University of Tokyo, which inspired us to think big. In Tokyo, they have a Plant Hospital, so we envisioned establishing an Agriculture Hospital here,” he said. A proposal for this initiative has already been drafted and will soon be submitted to Bappenas (National Development Planning Agency).

“This Agriculture Hospital will be a collaborative center—not just a clinic, but a comprehensive system. It will include a certified laboratory, greenhouses for plant testing and therapy, and mobile field clinics equipped with microscopes, PCR tools, and other rapid-detection devices,” he added.

The Dean further stated that the most urgent task is to foster a love for agriculture among the younger generation. He also presented a design plan for the future Agriculture Hospital during the event.

Rector of Udayana University, Prof. Ir. I Ketut Sudarsana, ST., Ph.D., in his remarks, congratulated the Faculty of Agriculture and BKFP on their anniversaries. He expressed his hope that the Faculty, at 58 years old, will continue to grow, evolve, and make impactful contributions to society.

“We are now in the era of an Impactful Campus. Every activity must be measured by how much impact it has on the community. An anniversary is not merely a celebration, but also a moment for introspection,” said the Rector.

He expressed his vision for the Faculty of Agriculture to become a key driver of food security and food sovereignty over the next five years. He also acknowledged the Faculty’s support in proposing the Center of Excellence for Food Sovereignty Science and Technology, emphasizing the importance of taking an active role in this area.

“This 58th anniversary is a significant milestone, especially considering the relevance of this year’s theme in addressing today’s agricultural challenges—namely, establishing sustainable and environmentally friendly systems that prioritize farmer welfare,” the Rector said.

He also encouraged the Faculty of Agriculture to collaborate with other faculties and pursue innovation to meet shared goals.

As part of the event, a Signing of the Integrity Pact for the Faculty's ZI-WBK (Corruption-Free Zone) was conducted. The highlight of the "Udayana Harvests" activity was the symbolic corn harvesting carried out collectively, followed by a site tour around the Experimental Farm of the Faculty of Agriculture.