Surakarta (4/7/2024) – The Rural Sociology Research Group team from the Agricultural Extension and Communication Program at Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) has won a silver medal at the Product Innovation Competition (SAFE Network) 2024 on 28th June 2024 held in Jeju, South Korea. This prestigious international competition evaluates product innovations across various fields, bringing together global participants to present solutions that have significant impact potential. The UNS team, composed of leading faculty members in rural sociology, demonstrated high levels of creativity and expertise in developing innovative products that met the competition’s criteria.This achievement highlights the team’s dedication and hard work in creating research-based solutions relevant to the needs of rural communities. The silver medal not only establishes the reputation of the Agricultural Extension and Communication Program at UNS on the international stage but also underscores their commitment to advancing innovations that benefit society. The Product Innovation Competition (SAFE Network) aims to foster global creativity and collaboration in developing new products and practical solutions. With this silver medal achievement, the UNS team has shown that research and innovation can make significant contributions to addressing challenges faced by rural communities worldwide.

Congratulations to the Rural Sociology Research Group team from the Agricultural Extension and Communication Program at UNS for this remarkable accomplishment. We hope this success will inspire further research and innovation in the future and continue to positively impact the development of rural communities.