Semarang – Central Java (15/11). The Agroecotechnology Study Program, Faculty of Animal and Agricultural Sciences, Diponegoro University (FPP UNDIP) and PT Mayangkara, an agricultural-based company committed to the development of a sustainable agricultural sector, have collaborated to study the suitability of land for avocado plants. This collaboration aims to increase the productivity and efficiency of avocado farming in Semarang.
In this project, a team of experts from the Agroecotechnology Study Program, together with experts from PT Mayangkara, conducted in-depth research regarding soil conditions, climate, and other environmental factors that can influence the optimal growth of avocado plants.
Muhammad Iqbal Fauzan, S.P., M.Si., a lecturer in the Agroecotechnology Study Program, stated, “This collaboration is a very positive step in utilizing scientific knowledge to support industrial agriculture. By collaborating with PT Mayangkara, we hope to make a real contribution to increasing avocado productivity in Semarang.”
Meanwhile, Shara from PT Mayangkara said, “We are very enthusiastic about collaborating with the Agroecotechnology Study Program. This collaboration reflects our commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture to achieve the best results in avocado cultivation.”
The project also involves training and outreach to local farmers to ensure a better understanding of best agricultural practices. In addition, the research team will develop practical recommendations and guidelines that local farmers can access to improve farmers’ agricultural efficiency.
“It is hoped that this collaboration can be an example of collaborative efforts between universities and the private sector in supporting sustainable agricultural development. It is also hoped that the continuity of this program will provide long-term benefits for society and the environment,” said Septrial Arafat, S.P., M.P., at the end of the session.
