In an effort to improve the performance and quality of the tridharma activities of the academic community, on Friday, February 7, 2025, the Faculty of Industrial Technology, Trisakti University has held a Scientific Discussion and Practitioner Sharing with the theme “The Potential of Research and Community Service (PKM) in the Palm Agroindustry”.

This event was held in a hybrid manner, combining physical presence in the Trisakti Smart Class Room (TSC), Gd Hery Hartanto 7th floor and online participation through the Zoom Meeting channel.

The discussion, which was attended by 40 lecturers and alumni, presented a single resource person, namely Ir. Arlimda Arkeman, MT IPM, an alumnus of the Mechanical Engineering Department of FTI Usakti who is known as a practitioner in the Palm Oil agroindustry, especially related to agricultural mechanization. This event aims to explore the potential of research and PKM in the field of palm oil agro-industry, a sector that has a significant contribution to the Indonesian economy.

The event featured experts and practitioners competent in their fields, who shared their valuable knowledge and experiences. The participants, consisting of lecturers, researchers, as well as representatives from industry and government, enthusiastically followed the discussion. Various interesting topics were discussed, including:

• Technology Development: Innovation in oil palm cultivation, derivative product processing, and waste utilization.
• Sustainability: Environmentally friendly practices in the palm oil industry, as well as efforts to mitigate negative impacts on the environment.
• Socio-economic Aspects: The role of the palm oil industry in improving community welfare, as well as empowering farmers and MSMEs.
• Regulations and Policies: Regulations related to the palm oil industry, as well as their impact on business actors and the environment.

In addition to panel discussions, the event was also filled with sharing sessions from practitioners who have been involved in the palm oil industry. They shared their experiences, challenges, and opportunities that exist in the field, providing a more comprehensive picture to the participants.

This Scientific Discussion and Practitioner Sharing is expected to be a forum for participants to deepen their knowledge, exchange ideas, and build a network of cooperation. Furthermore, it is hoped that this activity can encourage the birth of innovative research and PKM that is relevant to the needs of the palm oil industry, so that it can make a positive contribution to the development of this sector in Indonesia.

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