Bpdp Opens The 2026–2027 Student Research Competition With Funding Of Up To Rp20 Million | Faculty of Agriculture Universitas Sumatera Utara

The Palm Oil Plantation Fund Management Agency (BPDP) has officially opened the 2026–2027 Student Research Competition as part of its commitment to supporting research and development activities among active students enrolled in academic and vocational higher education institutions throughout Indonesia.

Through this program, BPDP provides students with the opportunity to develop innovative research in science and technology that contributes to the sustainable development of Indonesia's oil palm, cocoa, and coconut plantation sectors.

The best research proposals will receive funding of up to Rp20 million, with a total prize pool of Rp110 million.

Priority Research Areas

Research proposals are invited in the following priority areas:

Bioenergy
Biomaterials & Oleochemicals
Food, Feed, & Health
Land, Soil, & Cultivation
Post-Harvest & Processing
Waste Management & Environmental Sustainability
Socioeconomics, Management, Business, Markets, and Information & Communication Technology (ICT)

Proposal submission deadline: October 30, 2026

Students interested in participating can find complete information on the eligibility requirements, competition guidelines, and application procedures through the official website at lombariset.bpdp.or.id.

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your research, foster innovation, and contribute to the sustainable development of Indonesia's plantation sector.