What We Do
Bertani Untuk Negeri
Since 2020, Bertani Untuk Negeri has been implemented for 9 batches and has educated hundreds of farmers, livestock breeders, and young people. Bertani Untuk Negeri program has been conducted in 7 different provinces and has been attended by 1,940 young people and 6,652 supported farmers. The agricultural commodities include chili, maize, cocoa, coffee, layer, and broiler, with the poultry sector supported by Japfa.
Program Objectives
Mobilizing the young generation of Indonesia to collaborate with farmers in transferring knowledge and technology to enhance the productivity of the farmers
Farmers can learn, innovate, and adopt more optimal and efficient management practices
Farmers gain easier access to capital and markets to improve their productivity
Benefits of The Program
Improving the welfare of farmers through increased income resulting from improved productivity
Instilling love and enthusiasm among the younger generation for the world of agriculture
Enhancing the skills and competencies of the younger generation to better adapt to the demands of the modern era, both as professionals and entrepreneurs
Interested in joining our program?
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TESTIMONIALS
What They Say about BUN
Arnia Nofitri
Andalas University - Broilers ChickenMy name is Arnia Nofitri from Universitas Andalas, would like to thank Edufarmers International Foundation for organizing the Bertani Untuk Negeri program. This program allows me to directly experience onsite field work and acknowledge the twist and turn of the farmers at the field. As a participant of BUN Batch 5 broiler, I gain a lot of lessons and experience from preparing and providing the material to sharing it to the farmers. For that, I am proud to be in this program.
Aminudin
Maize FarmerIt’s been very helpful. The FDA facilitate and support us with the maize cultivation process. This activity gives me knowledge on how to conduct good fertilization practices and pest control. I also know how to create a proper spacing now. The theory and material presented by the FDA is very helpful and complimentary to the experience that we got.
Mellyana Ari Maharani
Brawijaya University - Layer ChickenI am honored and delighted to be able to participate as one of the FDA in Bertani Untuk Negeri Batch 5. During this program, I gain a lot of insight and experience from great farmers and seniors who are experts in poultry farming. There are so many things that I’ve been able to do now. Most importantly, I can expand my network with so many great people, get a new family, and improve my quality to be much better. I got a lot of great things here and I certainly won't be able to get them anywhere else.
Kadim
Broiler Chicken FarmerThis program gives us a place to share our thoughts and insights on broiler. And for that, I would like to say thank you. What’s more, some of the initiatives also helped us to improve our performance back at farm. Kudos for Bertani Untuk Negeri!
Ishak
University of Muslim Indonesia - HorticultureI’m proud to be part of Bertani Untuk Negeri Batch 5 Horticulture program because it is a valuable experience especially for us students. This program allows me to improve my potential, gain insights and new experience that bring me together with great personnel who fortunately become my new family. Being in a new environment and new community also give me the opportunity to flourish. Thank you, BUN Batch 5.
Dede
Horticulture FarmerBUN Batch 5 Program really helps us farmers because the students directly involve with us at farm to see the actual condition and exchange information on agriculture. This program also helps us farmers to find ideas and solution when facing issues onsite.
Yosima Veronika
Bengkulu University - MaizeBertani Untuk Negeri Program allows me to improve myself and explore a lot of new things. I gain both hard skills and soft skills which I didn’t get at college. I do enjoy every moment in this program from interacting with farmers, conducting field work, and many other things. I felt that after this program, I became more responsible and mature than before.
Imam Makrus
Layer Chicken FarmerThis program really helped me and add to my insight regarding the importance of maintaining hygiene in within the cage area. The fast response from FDA to help us find the right solution when a priblem occurs gave me a peace of mind. Thank you, BUN program. I hope that this program will be much more successful to promote farms in Indonesia.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
Where is the program location?
The Plaza Bertani Assistance Program will depend on the commodity you are assigned to:
- Rice paddy in Subang/Indramayu, West Java
- Chili in Garut, West Java
- Maize in Gowa, South Sulawesi
The Research Internship Program for all commodities will take place in Klaten, Central Java.
When is Bertani Untuk Negeri open for registration?
Registration for Bertani Untuk Negeri batch 11 are open until 25th of July 2025 on bit.ly/PendaftaranBUN11
- Online Registration via Edufarmers: 4 - 25 July 2025
- Document Selection: 28 - 31 July 2025
- Cognitive and Psychological test : 28 July 2025
- Final Result Announcement: 29 July 2025
- Administration Checking: 29 July 2025
- Kick-off program: 1 August 2025
- Departure to Commodity Area: 1st - 5th August 2025
Who can join on BUN program?
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An active undergraduate student (D3/D4/S1) under the Kemendikbudristekdikti minimum will be entering 6th semester.
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Students from agriculture, plantations, or related majors.
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Have a strong commitment and willing to be placed in the area of commodities for five months.
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Have a strong motivation to develop the agriculture industry in Indonesia.
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Have organizational experience, especially as coordinator/head of division.
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Have work or internship experience it will be plus
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Able to communicate and build good relationships with villagers especially farmers.
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Able to take initiative and work independently.
What documents should students prepare?
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Transcripts or Student Report Card
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Student Card
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Curriculum Vitae
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Recommendations from lecturers, supervisors, or heads of department
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Certificate from competition, organization, volunteer, or award (additional)
Download CV format and recommendation letter on linktr.ee/bertaniuntuknegeri
What will students gain after completing the program?
- Students get training and guidance to improve hard and soft skills during the program.
- Build a professional portfolio
- Opportunities to work with expert researchers at Edufarmers
- Build a network in the agriculture sector
- Receive guidance to improve soft and hard skills
- Get free access to Edufarmers' information and learning modules
Can students without work experience or academic honors still apply?
Bertani Untuk Negeri is open to every student in the 5th semester or above at the university.
Is transportation and accommodation provided during the program?
Participants will receive a local transportation allowance and housing (rented room) during the program to maintain their daily needs.
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