Yogyakarta, 21 January 2025 — Prof. Dr. Ir. Rudi Hari Murti, S.P., M.P., IPM, a lecturer in the Department of Agronomy at UGM, was inaugurated as a Guru Besar (Full Professor) in the field of Horticultural Plant Breeding at the Senate Hall, UGM Central Building. In the inauguration ceremony, Prof. Rudi delivered a speech titled “The Importance, Challenges, and Problem Solutions of Horticulture Through Efficient Plant Breeding Programs.”
In his speech, Prof. Rudi explained the importance of horticulture as a branch of agriculture that focuses on the cultivation of home-garden crops, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, and ornamental plants. He stated that this sector plays a big role in providing healthy food, vitamins, and minerals, as well as supporting recreation. In addition, horticulture contributes to food security, environmental sustainability, the economy, and job creation.