The Faculty of Animal Science at UGM hosted a delegation from the Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. The visit catalyzed collaboration, featuring discussions on the key points to be included in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), and was marked by the exchange of tokens of appreciation symbolizing the strengthening of academic ties between the two institutions.

The Chulalongkorn University delegation was led by Professor Dr. Pranut Potiyaraj, Dean of the Faculty of Science. Also present in the delegation were Associate Professor Dr. Prasert Reubroycharoen (Deputy Dean), Associate Professor Dr. Inthawoot Suppavorasatit (Deputy Dean), Associate Professor Dr. Sehanat Prasongsuk (Deputy Dean), Assistant Professor Dr. Chompoonik Kanchanabanca (Assistant Dean), and Dr. Wuttichai Reainthippayasakul (Assistant Dean). read more

The Awassi is the most common sheep breed in the Middle East and the only indigenous breed in Jordan. Raised for meat, milk, and wool production, the Awassi has spread to over 30 countries worldwide. Burja Goat, an industry partner of Polbangtan Malang, imports Awassi sheep and is developing the breed following its introduction to Indonesia.

This development initiative is led by Dr. Dewi Ratih Ayu Daning, S.Pt., M.S., a researcher and the Head of the Livestock Agribusiness Study Program at Polbangtan Malang, under the research project titled “Development of Indigofera Feed for Awassi Sheep”. Meanwhile, the Faculty of Animal Science at UGM, led by Prof. Ir. Yustina Yuni Suryanindiyah, M.S., Ph.D., IPM, is conducting research focused on identifying the livestock characteristics, milk production and composition, and reproductive performance of Awassi sheep and their crosses. read more

Issues regarding mortality and abortion among dairy livestock have become a serious concern for farmers in RW 4 and RW 16, Sukaluyu Village, Pangalengan District. Many farmers have reported that their livestock become weak after giving birth, with some animals even dying. In response to this, Salma Nur Azizah, a student from the Faculty of Animal Science at UGM, introduced a solution, which is the production and use of mineral blocks for livestock, during her Community Service Program (KKN) from June to August 2025. read more

The Faculty of Animal Science at UGM served as one of the Monitoring and Evaluation (Monev) sites for PIONIR Gadjah Mada 2025 (new student orientation program). Conducting the evaluation were the Vice-Rector for Education and Teaching, Prof. Dr. Wening Udasmoro, S.S., M.Hum., DEA., and the Vice-Rector for Student Affairs, Community Service, and Alumni, Dr. Arie Sujito, S.Sos., M.Si., accompanied by several faculty leaders.

During the visit, university leaders inspected various locations within the Faculty, including a lecture hall in the ASLC building. They were also shown unpackaged snacks, highlighting the eco-friendly approach adopted for the PIONIR event. read more

A total of 323 new students from the UGM Faculty of Animal Science participated in a Barn Tour (Jelajah Kandang) on Thursday (7/7). One of the objectives of this activity was to allow them to further explore the campus environment. The tour involved visiting several locations, including the cattle, dairy, goat, and poultry barns, as well as the forage fields.

“PIONIR Rancher 2025 is committed to creating opportunities for Young Ranchers to explore and familiarize themselves with the campus environment,” explained Mohammad Fahmi Setiaji, General Coordinator of PIONIR Rancher 2025. read more