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| The Bamboo Institute and the Forestry Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) have successfully enhanced the quality of education and research in forestry. |
The Bamboo Institute at UMM has become an innovation center committed to maximizing the potential of bamboo as a sustainable natural resource. Since its establishment, the institute has significantly contributed to the forestry and agriculture sectors, making UMM one of the leading universities in this field.
The presence of the Bamboo Institute at Pujon Hill has had a major impact on the Forestry Study Program at UMM. Through close collaboration, the Bamboo Institute and the Forestry Study Program have managed to improve the quality of education and research in forestry. Students now have access to advanced research facilities and are directly involved in innovative projects utilizing bamboo's potential.
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Dr. Tatag Muttaqin, S.Hut., M.Sc, IPM, one of the coordinators of the Bamboo Institute, explained that the institution not only supports educational activities but also collaborates with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in utilizing bamboo seedlings planted there. "There are thirty types of bamboo planted at the Bamboo Institute, and from this, not only do students gain new knowledge, but we, the coordinators, also learn," he said.
In addition to supporting research, the Bamboo Institute also plays a crucial role in developing the curriculum for the Forestry Study Program at UMM. Research-based learning materials and bamboo innovation have been integrated into the curriculum, providing students with knowledge relevant to industry needs. This also opens opportunities for students to develop high-economic-value bamboo-based products such as furniture, construction materials, and handicrafts, supporting the concept of sustainable forestry.
Moreover, Bamboo Institute UMM is expanding its collaboration with various institutions, both domestically and internationally. “We have also collaborated with various institutions, both local and international. This presents opportunities for UMM Forestry students to participate in international research programs or student exchanges,” he added.
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The Bamboo Institute at UMM is managed not only by Forestry faculty and students but is also open to students from other programs interested in studying agriculture. Looking ahead, the Bamboo Institute plans to establish the Bamboo Market, a program that will showcase bamboo management creativity and establish the Bamboo Institute as a center for bamboo learning in Indonesia.
With these various initiatives, the Bamboo Institute at UMM has become an essential pillar in supporting the Forestry Study Program and the agriculture sector as a whole, producing high-quality graduates and making significant contributions to environmental preservation and sustainable forest resource management. (Ri/Faq/Fajr)
