Celebrating Innovation: IT Student Shines at National Agricultural Innovation Competition
In a remarkable achievement, Satriyo Imam Arifin Wahono, Nasywa Putri Nataliza and Imanuella Yesha Metanoia, a student from Information System UNESA, secured 3rd place at the Pekan Inovasi Mahasiswa Pertanian Indonesia (Indonesian Agricultural Student Innovation Week), hosted by IPB University. Competing against top-tier finalists—including award-winning students from UNDIP, UM, and IPB. Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella stood out as the sole representative from the IT field. Presenting groundbreaking ideas at the Faculty of Medicine building and impressing a panel of distinguished IPB professors, this accomplishment highlights the growing intersection of technology and agriculture.
The Pekan Inovasi Mahasiswa Pertanian Indonesia is a prestigious national event that gathers Indonesia’s brightest minds in agricultural innovation. This year’s competition saw participants from leading universities, each presenting solutions to pressing agricultural challenges. The judging panel comprised renowned academics and industry experts, making the event a high-stakes platform for innovation. Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella’s success as an IT student in this agriculturally focused arena underscores the critical role of technology in modernizing the sector.
As the only finalist from an IT background, Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella brought a fresh, tech-driven approach to agricultural problem-solving. The project showcased innovative digital solutions—whether in precision farming, data analytics, or agri-supply chain optimization—demonstrating how technology can revolutionize traditional practices. Competing against agricultural specialists, this achievement proves that interdisciplinary collaboration is key to sustainable development in the sector.
The finals were a battleground of Indonesia’s top academic talents, including Mahasiswa Berprestasi Utama (Outstanding Students) from UNDIP, UM, and IPB. Presenting before a panel of esteemed professors, Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella delivered a compelling pitch, combining technical expertise with real-world applicability. The ability to hold ground against nationally recognized achievers speaks volumes about the project’s quality and Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella’s presentation skills.
Success at this level didn’t come overnight. Months of research, prototyping, and mentorship went into refining the project. Collaborating with advisors and industry experts, Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella ensured the innovation was both technically sound and agriculturally viable. The rigorous preparation—from coding algorithms to field-testing—proves that impactful innovation requires dedication beyond conventional academic work.
This achievement isn’t just a personal milestone; it signals a shift in how agriculture can leverage IT. From AI-powered crop monitoring to blockchain-based supply chains, tech-driven solutions are the future. Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella’s success paves the way for more IT students to explore agri-tech, fostering collaborations that could redefine Indonesia’s food security and sustainability efforts.
Satriyo, Nasywa and Imanuella’s 3rd-place victory at IPB’s national competition is a testament to the power of innovation at the intersection of IT and agriculture. It highlights the potential of young technologists to drive change in unexpected fields. As Information System UNESA celebrates this milestone, the hope is that this inspires more students to pursue interdisciplinary research—because the future belongs to those who dare to merge diverse expertise for impactful solutions.
