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Samarinda – The Plantation Management Study Program at the Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda) held an orientation session for the "Industrial Internship 2" program on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the campus's General Lecture Hall. The event aimed to comprehensively prepare students before they enter the plantation industry. It was officially opened by the Head of the Plantation Management Study Program, Dr. Sukariyan, S.Hut., M.P., who emphasized the importance of internships as a bridge between theory and practice and encouraged students to become agents of change who uphold the principles of sustainable plantation management. The first speaker was Ir. Asmirilda, M.P., Head of the Sustainable Plantation Division at the East Kalimantan Provincial Plantation Office, who discussed the transformation of the plantation sector toward a green economy aligned with ecological and social considerations. The second session featured Abdul Fattah from PT Telaga Prima Agro, who provided practical insights into work culture, plantation management, and the real-world challenges students will face during their internships. The orientation session—a mandatory part of the study program's curriculum—was interactive and enthusiastic, aiming to ensure students are not only technically and mentally prepared but also capable of building professional networks before joining partner companies. The event concluded with a lively Q&A session, signaling the students' readiness to apply the knowledge they had gained to the plantation industry in a practical and responsible manner.

SAMARINDA (29/07/2026) – The Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda) held a farewell ceremony for students undergoing Industrial Internships in the courtyard of the campus Directorate on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The event, attended by students who will be departing for various plantation companies and partner agencies in East Kalimantan and the surrounding area, is part of the implementation of a vocational curriculum that prioritizes hands-on experience in the business and industrial world. Acting as the ceremony instructor and leading the farewell ceremony was Politani Samarinda Director Hamka, S.TP., M.Sc., MP. In his address, he officially sent off the students to enter the workforce, emphasizing that industrial internships are not merely academic obligations, but also a golden opportunity to hone competencies, understand company dynamics, and build professional networks. The Director also advised students to always uphold the good name of their alma mater, adhere to the rules and culture of the company where they are interning, and prioritize occupational safety and health while on site. The ceremony took place solemnly, with a series of student pledges recited and a prayer for the smooth running and safety of all internship participants. The event concluded with a handshake session, both as a symbol of farewell and as a token of moral support from the academic community. With the departure of these students, it is hoped that they will take home valuable experiences and apply the knowledge they have gained, so that they will graduate competitively and contribute to the development of the plantation sector in East Kalimantan. (HUMAS)

SAMARINDA (27/07/2026) – The Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani) held a simultaneous Industrial Internship Santiaji event on Monday, July 27, 2026. This briefing event for students preparing to enter the workforce took place in the Politani Samarinda Auditorium and was officially opened by the Director of Politani Samarinda. The event, attended by students from various study programs, featured two expert speakers in their fields. The first speaker, Agus Sugiarto, S.Sos., from the East Kalimantan Provincial Manpower and Transmigration Office (Disnakertrans), provided insight into the dynamics of the workforce and professional ethics in the industrial environment. Meanwhile, Heri Purwanto, S.Pd., M.Si., from the Samarinda Occupational Safety and Health (K3) Center of the Ministry of Manpower, presented material on the importance of implementing an OHS culture in the workplace. The Santiaji event was attended by the Heads of Departments (Kajur) at Politani Samarinda and several lecturers. This event provided training for students enrolled in several study programs, including Environmental Management, Plantation Cultivation, Plantation Management, Plantation Product Technology, Wood Engineering, and Geomatics and Surveying Engineering Technology. In his remarks, the Director of Politani Samarinda emphasized the importance of this activity as it prepares students for fieldwork or industrial internships. "We hope that through this Santiaji, students will not only be technically prepared but also understand safety aspects and applicable labor regulations," he said. This activity aligns with Politani Samarinda's efforts to continuously improve the quality of competent human resources (HR) who are ready to compete in an increasingly complex industrial era. (HUMAS)

Samarinda, July 27, 2026 – The Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda) has once again achieved a notable milestone. Haryatie Sarie, S.P., M.P.—a lecturer in the Plantation Crop Production Technology Study Program within the Department of Agriculture—has gained international recognition through her appointment as a peer reviewer for world-renowned scientific journals. These include *Frontiers in Plant Science*, a Quartile 1 (Q1) journal indexed in the Web of Science Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE). This appointment acknowledges Haryatie Sarie’s competence, research track record, and expertise in the fields of plant nutrition, soil fertility, and nano-fertilizer technology. In her role as a reviewer, she is entrusted with evaluating scientific manuscripts from researchers worldwide to ensure their quality, novelty, validity, and scientific integrity prior to publication. This appointment demonstrates that Politani Samarinda’s faculty possess the academic capacity to compete and contribute effectively within the international scientific publication ecosystem. Her involvement as a reviewer not only reflects recognition of her individual expertise but also further strengthens Politani Samarinda’s reputation as a vocational higher education institution actively contributing to the advancement of science and innovation on a global scale. This achievement supports the implementation of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) 4 for 2026, as stipulated in the Decree of the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Number 358/M/KEP/2026 regarding the recognition of lecturers by the international academic community. Furthermore, the lecturers' involvement as peer reviewers strengthens KPI 6 by expanding international research networks and academic collaborations, while also enhancing the quality of scientific publications and the institution's reputation. This accomplishment serves as a crucial indicator in improving the quality of higher education, research, and community service, while simultaneously bolstering the accreditation of both the institution and its study programs. The international recognition earned by Haryatie Sarie demonstrates Politani Samarinda’s commitment to producing lecturers who possess global competitiveness and make tangible contributions to the advancement of knowledge. Politani Samarinda will continue to foster lecturer capacity building by strengthening research, promoting reputable scientific publications, and encouraging collaboration with various national and international partners. These efforts reflect the institution's commitment to establishing a vocational higher education institution that is excellent, innovative, impactful, and globally competitive, thereby supporting the transformation of Indonesia's higher education sector. (Public Relations)

SAMARINDA (25/07/2026) – The Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda)'s commitment to delivering innovations that directly impact the community was once again demonstrated through a Community Service (PkM) activity. Collaborating with Mulawarman University, a team of lecturers provided training on processing catfish into nutritious, value-added nuggets to the Dasawisma Asparagus Group in the Bengkuring Housing Complex, Sempaja Timur Village, North Samarinda District, on Saturday (July 25, 2026). This activity aimed to improve family food security while also opening up business opportunities based on local food potential. The training carried the theme "Empowering the Dasawisma Asparagus Group through Downstream Processing of Catfish into Value-Added Nugget Products to Support Food Security and the Family Economy." The program is part of the 2026 Community Service Program supported by the Directorate of Research and Community Service (DPPM), Directorate General of Research and Development, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek). The Community Service Team Leader and lecturer at Samarinda Polytechnic, Mika Debora Br. Barus, S.Pd., M.Si., explained that utilizing catfish as a raw material for nuggets is a form of downstream fishery product processing that can increase the economic value of local commodities. According to her, catfish are high in protein, easy to cultivate, and abundantly available. However, most of the harvest is still sold fresh at a relatively low selling price. She added that processing catfish into nuggets combined with vegetables is expected to improve the taste, appearance, and appeal of the product, especially to children who generally dislike processed catfish in its whole form. This innovation is also projected to increase the selling value by up to two times compared to selling fresh catfish, making it a potential home-based business that can supplement family income. During the training, participants received hands-on training and practical experience, covering raw material selection, processing, dough formulation, steaming, flour coating, and presentation and packaging techniques to ensure product competitiveness in the market. Participants' enthusiasm was evident throughout the training, as the material presented was deemed easy to implement and aligned with community needs. The Head of the Center for Research and Community Service (P3KM) at Politani Samarinda, Dr. Andi Lisnawati, S.P., M.Si., stated that this activity represents a concrete implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, particularly in the area of ​​community service. Through the transfer of appropriate knowledge and technology, universities are expected to provide solutions to various problems faced by the community while simultaneously encouraging improved welfare based on local potential. Furthermore, Andi Lisnawati explained that the program is also aligned with efforts to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly the goals of No Poverty (Goal 1) and Zero Hunger (Goal 2) through community empowerment, increased consumption of nutritious food, and the development of micro-enterprises based on aquaculture products. Through collaboration between universities and the community, Politani Samarinda hopes that simple, locally sourced innovations like catfish nuggets will not only provide a nutritious food alternative but also create added economic value, strengthen family food security, and foster new, competitive entrepreneurs. This initiative demonstrates that the scientific and research findings of universities can be implemented effectively to provide broad benefits to the community and support sustainable development. (HUMAS)

SAMARINDA (21/07/2026) – The North Kalimantan Provincial Government (Pemprov Kaltara) paid an official visit to the Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani) on Tuesday (July 21, 2026). The visit, which took place on the second floor of the Samarinda Politani Directorate Building, aimed to follow up on strategic collaboration in vocational education, specifically regarding the distribution of the Kaltara Unggul Scholarship for North Kalimantan students studying at Politani Samarinda. This collaboration is part of the Kaltara Provincial Government's commitment to developing superior and skilled human resources capable of managing the vast potential of the agriculture, plantation, and forestry sectors in border areas. Through the Kaltara Unggul Scholarship program, students from North Kalimantan are given the opportunity to pursue diploma (D3) and applied bachelor's (D4) degrees at Politani Samarinda. The Director of Politani Samarinda, Hamka, S.TP., M.Sc., M.P., emphasized that his institution is committed to producing vocational graduates who not only master science and technology but also care about sustainable development in North Kalimantan. This program is a continuation of the synergy that has been established previously. In August 2025, the Governor of North Kalimantan, Dr. H. Zainal A. Paliwang, S.H., M.Hum., also attended the graduation ceremony for prospective new students from North Kalimantan who will study at Politani Samarinda. At that time, the Governor advised the students to study diligently and contribute to the development of North Kalimantan, as the agricultural sector demands innovation, efficiency, and superior human resources. With this program, the synergy between the regional government and vocational universities is expected to produce graduates who are professional, adaptable to technology, and ready to develop North Kalimantan from the downstream agricultural and forestry sectors. (HUMAS)

Balikpapan, July 14, 2026 – In an effort to enhance human resource competence and the quality of laboratory management, 30 Educational Laboratory Technicians (PLP) from the Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda) conducted a benchmarking visit to the Integrated Laboratory of the Kalimantan Institute of Technology (ITK) in Balikpapan on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The activity took place from 08:30 WITA (Central Indonesian Time) until its scheduled conclusion. This benchmarking activity is part of Politani Samarinda’s commitment to boosting the capacity of its laboratory technicians through direct observation of laboratory governance that employs a sound, modern, and quality-based management system. Beyond strengthening institutional ties, the visit served as a platform for sharing experiences, innovations, and best practices in educational laboratory management. The Politani Samarinda delegation was warmly welcomed by the management team of the ITK Integrated Laboratory. The event opened with remarks from representatives of both institutions, emphasizing the importance of inter-institutional collaboration in improving the quality of laboratory services—a key pillar supporting education, research, and community service activities. Subsequently, participants received a presentation covering the profile of the ITK Integrated Laboratory, its organizational structure, facility and infrastructure governance, administrative management, the implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) protocols, equipment maintenance, and strategies for enhancing service quality for the academic community. Following the discussion session, participants toured various laboratory facilities to observe firsthand the implementation of the laboratory management system. During this tour, they discussed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), equipment loan systems, inventory management, laboratory scheduling, and the use of information technology to support laboratory services. The benchmarking activity was highly interactive; participants actively asked questions and shared experiences regarding the challenges faced in managing laboratories at their respective institutions. The open atmosphere of the discussion was intended to generate ideas and innovations that could be implemented at the Politani Samarinda Laboratory. Through this activity, it is hoped that all Laboratory Personnel (PLP) will gain new insights and identify best practices adaptable to the development of the laboratory management system at the Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda). This benchmarking exercise represents a concrete step toward enhancing laboratory services—making them professional, effective, and efficient—while supporting the overall improvement of higher education quality. These objectives align with the purpose of the benchmarking visit as outlined in Politani Samarinda’s official request letter to ITK. At the conclusion of the event, both institutions expressed hope that their established partnership would be further strengthened through future collaborative programs—spanning laboratory development, competency enhancement for laboratory personnel, and other academic activities. This benchmarking activity is expected to mark the beginning of a sustainable synergy aimed at creating higher education laboratories that are excellent, innovative, and competitive.

SAMARINDA (03/07/2026) – Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the quality of the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education by appointing 28 lecturers as recipients of Internal Grant Funds in 2026. Based on the Decree of the Director of Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic Number 131/K13/LEP6/2026 dated June 19, 2026, funding was awarded to 14 Study Program Research proposals and 14 Study Program Community Service (PKM) proposals. As a follow-up to this determination, the Center for Research and Community Service (P3KM) of Politani Samarinda held a research and community service contract signing ceremony on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in the 3rd Floor Meeting Room of the Politani Samarinda Campus. The event began with remarks from the Director of Politani Samarinda, Hamka, S.TP., M.Sc., M.P. and Deputy Director 2, Eva Nurmarini, S.Hut., M.P., and officially opened by the Head of P3KM, Andi Lisnawati, S.P., M.Si., in the presence of all the lecturers receiving internal grants. In her remarks, Andi Lisnawati stated that the contract signing was not merely an administrative task, but also a first step in realizing research and community service that has a real impact on society and contributes to the development of applied science. She also emphasized the importance of building cross-institutional synergy, strengthening research collaboration, and ensuring that each implemented program meets community needs and supports regional development. The contract signing also demonstrates the institution's commitment to supporting the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. The lecturers receiving the grants expressed their readiness to implement the designed programs, ranging from food technology innovation, environmental engineering, artificial intelligence development, information technology, natural resource management, and community economic empowerment based on local potential. This internal grant program is a strategic step by the institution to encourage innovation, applied research, and community service that can address various development challenges in the fields of agriculture, forestry, plantations, fisheries, the environment, food, digital technology, and the development of buffer zones for the Indonesian Capital City (IKN). The funded research reflects the strength of Politani Samarinda's applied research, which is oriented towards innovation, sustainability, downstreaming of research results, utilization of digital technology, natural resource management, and support for the development of the Indonesian Capital City. The Director of Politani Samarinda stated that the internal grant represents an institutional investment in building a productive, innovative, and impactful academic culture. This funding is expected to increase lecturer productivity in producing scientific publications, intellectual property rights (IPR), appropriate technology, innovation prototypes, and community empowerment models that can be widely implemented. For the university, this program will strengthen the research ecosystem, improve the quality of research-based learning, expand collaborative networks with the government, business, and industry (DUDI), and enhance Politani Samarinda's competitiveness in obtaining research and community service grants at the national and international levels. Meanwhile, for the community, the various research and Community Service Program (PKM) programs funded are expected to provide tangible benefits in the form of increased agricultural and plantation productivity, more sustainable environmental management, innovation-based local economic development, increased digital and financial literacy, utilization of appropriate technology, and support for the accelerated development of the buffer zone of the Indonesian Capital City. Through this 2026 Internal Grant funding, Politani Samarinda reaffirms its role as a vocational college that excels not only in education but also consistently delivers innovative, solution-oriented research and community service that has a tangible impact on regional and national development. (HUMAS) Recipients of Internal Research Grants for Study Programs in 2026 No Lead Researcher Research Title 1 Wardatul Hidayah, S.Si., M.Si. Analisis Vegetasi, Valuasi Ekonomi dan Tingkat Gangguan untuk Mendukung Pengelolaan Ekosistem Mangrove di Kota Bontang Provinsi Kalimantan Timur 2 Faradila, S.P., M.Sc. Rekayasa Teknologi Mikroba Multifungsi Berbasis Biomatriconditioning untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Jagung Manis Wilayah Pesisir Amborawang Laut Samboja Barat 3 Dr. Erina Hertianti, S.Hut., M.P. Inovasi Nano Karbon Berbasis Limbah Kayu untuk Teknologi Pengolahan Air Berkelanjutan di Kawasan Ibu Kota Nusantara 4 Dr. Arini Rajab, S.Si., M.Si. Biosintesis dan Uji Aktivitas Antibakteri Nanopartikel TiO₂ Menggunakan Ekstrak Air Daun Eucalyptus pellita 5 Dr. Ir. Suparjo, M.P. Analisis Kesehatan Sub-Daerah Aliran Sungai Jembayan sebagai Sumber Air Baku Pendukung Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) 6 Rahma Yanti T., S.Tr.P., MTP. Pemanfaatan Ikan Biawan Perairan Mahakam dalam Pembuatan Fermented Fish Paste Tinggi Umami untuk Penguatan Sistem Pangan Lokal 7 Dr. Abdul Rasyid Zarta, S.Hut., M.P. Pemanfaatan Kayu Limbah Industri Penggergajian dan Moulding sebagai Bahan Baku Pembuatan Parket Kayu Jenis Floor Base Menggunakan Perekat Thermosetting Tahan Air dan Kelembaban 8 Muhammad Yazid Bustomi, S.P., M.Sc. Model Integratif Implementasi ISPO pada Pekebun Swadaya di Kawasan Penyangga IKN: Pendekatan Analytical Hierarchy Process dan Structural Equation Modeling 9 Muslimin B., S.Kom., M.Cs. Media Pembelajaran Cerdas Berbasis Generative AI dan Augmented Reality: Peningkatan Literasi Keuangan Siswa Sekolah Menengah Pertama 10 Zainal Abidin, S.ST., M.P. Deteksi Dini Defisiensi Hara pada Kelapa Sawit Berdasarkan Tingkat Kehijauan Klorofil Menggunakan Kamera Multispektral 11 Elisa Ginsel Popang, S.TP., M.Sc. Kajian Pemanfaatan Minyak Inti Sawit sebagai Alternatif Substitusi Lemak Kakao pada Pembuatan Cokelat Batang di Rumah Cokelat Lung Anai 12 Eko Junirianto, S.Kom., M.Cs. Pengembangan Chatbot Cerdas Berbasis Large Language Model dan Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Menggunakan AnythingLLM untuk Optimalisasi Akses Portal Satu Data Ibu Kota Nusantara 13 Radik Khairil Insanu, S.T., M.T. Studi Hidrografi Komprehensif Wilayah Pesisir Pulau Beras Basah dalam Kerangka Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 14 Dr. Andrew Stefano, S.T., M.T. Pemodelan 3D Kawasan Kampus Menggunakan UAV Fotogrametri untuk Mendukung Perencanaan Arsitektur Berkelanjutan   Recipients of Internal Grant Funds for Community Service (PKM) Study Programs in 2026   No Lead Researcher Research Title 1 Rusmini, S.P., M.P. Aplikasi Mikroba Multifungsi untuk Pengendalian Penyakit Layu Fusarium pada Tanaman Pisang di Wilayah Pesisir Amborawang Laut Samboja 2 Nur Isra, S.P., M.Ling. Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Inovasi Pemanfaatan Limbah Organik Rumah Tangga sebagai Pupuk Organik Cair Ramah Lingkungan 3 Dyah Widyasasi, S.Hut., M.P. Rekonstruksi Tata Batas Area Puspantara Desa Sukomulyo Kecamatan Sepaku 4 Irma Wahyuningtyas, M.Si. Sosialisasi Pemanfaatan Limbah Organik Menjadi Asap Cair untuk Pemberdayaan Kelompok Tani di Wilayah Penyangga Ibu Kota Nusantara 5 Christopaul Pala'langan Toding Layuk, S.P., M.Ling. Pemanfaatan Limbah Buah dan Sayur Menjadi Produk Cairan Pembersih Lantai di Desa Sukomulyo Kabupaten Penajam Paser Utara 6 Dr. Edy Wibowo Kurniawan, S.TP., M.Sc. Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat Desa Sepaku Melalui Inovasi Diversifikasi Kopi menjadi Es Kopi Gula Aren Berbasis Home Industry dalam Mendukung SDGs Kawasan IKN 7 Laode Muh. Asdiq Hamsin Ramadan, S.P., M.Si. Sosialisasi Pemanfaatan Limbah Organik Perkebunan sebagai Arang Aktif Biochar dalam Mendukung Pertanian Ramah Lingkungan di Wilayah Penyangga Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) 8 Nur Hidayat, S.P., M.Sc. Harmonisasi Keindahan dan Ekowisata melalui Penanaman Bunga di Taman Buah Puspantara IKN Desa Sukomulyo 9 Fanny Ramadhani, S.E., M.Ak. Smart Financial Teen: Penguatan Literasi Keuangan dan Perlindungan Konsumen Digital bagi Siswa di Era Transaksi Online 10 Teguh Rizali Zahroni, S.Pd., M.Sc. Pemanfaatan Limbah Organik untuk Energi Terbarukan Briket Arang di Daerah Penyangga IKN 11 Andi Lelanovita Sardianti, S.P., M.M. Program Pengabdian Masyarakat Berbasis Eco-Farming melalui Pemanfaatan CANTOR (Cangkang Telor) sebagai Input Pertanian Organik 12 Anis Syauqi, S.TP., M.Sc. Pendampingan Hilirisasi Limbah Perkebunan Kakao dan Bungkil Inti Sawit Menjadi Pakan Ternak Berbasis Potensi Lokal di Desa Lung Anai 13 Budi Rachmadani, M.Pd. Implementasi Artificial Intelligence pada Website dan Internet of Things (IoT) untuk Meningkatkan Pengetahuan dan Kompetensi Digital Siswa SMA Negeri 1 Samboja 14 Dr. Feri Fadlin, S.Pd., M.Sc. Pengembangan WebGIS Wisata Pantai Beras Basah sebagai Sarana Informasi, Navigasi, dan Edukasi Wisata

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Samarinda, June 23, 2026 – A solemn and academic atmosphere enveloped the Auditorium of the Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic on Monday (June 22, 2026). The Open Senate Meeting, which presented the vision and mission of the prospective Directors of Politani Samarinda for the 2026-2030 period, proceeded smoothly and conducively. The event, which began at 9:00 a.m. WITA, was attended by lecturers, senate members, educational staff (Admin and PLP), as well as student and alumni representatives from Politani Samarinda. The open meeting provided an opportunity for the four prospective candidates to present their strategic ideas for advancing this leading agricultural polytechnic in East Kalimantan. The meeting began with an opening by the MC, Herfani, A.Md., who enthusiastically greeted all participants. A religious atmosphere was created through the recitation of prayers led by Dr. Ahmad Zamroni, S.Hut., M.P. The event was officially opened by the Chair of the Politani Samarinda Senate, Dr. Ir. Syafii, MP. In his remarks, he stated that the director selection process is part of a crucial leadership regeneration to maintain the sustainability and improve the quality of vocational higher education in the agricultural sector. The main event consisted of presentations of their vision and mission, delivered in turn by the four prospective directors: Dr. Abdul Rasyid Zarta, S.Hut., MP Dr. Heriad Daud Salusu, S.Hut., MP Husmul Beze, S.Hut., M.Si Yulianto, S.Kom., M.MT Following the presentations, the event continued with an interactive question and answer session. Several senior lecturers and alumni representatives posed critical questions related to the vision and mission they presented, as well as questions about the concerns of the academic community and how the prospective candidates responded. All four candidates answered frankly and demonstrated a deep understanding of the questions surrounding the advancement of the Samarinda Polytechnic. After approximately three hours, the event was closed by the Chair of the Senate. The entire event proceeded safely, conducively, and with a spirit of camaraderie. The next stage of the process will be the election stage by the Samarinda Polytechnic Senate. With the holding of this open senate meeting, it is hoped that new leaders will emerge who are capable of bringing Politani Samarinda to greater success in the national agricultural vocational education arena and a better future for Politani in the future.