UPNVJ Public Relations – Veteran National Development University Jakarta (UPNVJ) inspected university-owned land in Tanjungsari District, Bogor Regency, on Wednesday (June 24, 2026), as a first step in preparing a moringa planting plan. The inspection followed a focus group discussion (FGD) held by the UPNVJ Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM) with the village government and local residents.

This activity served as an initial follow-up to the FGD discussion on the potential of moringa as a commodity that can be developed through research and community service. In addition to planting, moringa development also focuses on product processing studies that have the potential to provide added value to the community.

While on site, the UPNVJ team observed the condition and characteristics of the land to obtain an initial understanding of the area's readiness for use. This observation was necessary before the university could determine the next technical steps, including land preparation and supporting requirements for moringa cultivation.

This land use plan will then be coordinated with land management and relevant units within UPNVJ. Coordination is necessary to ensure that the planting plan is based on field conditions and can be integrated with research and community service programs.

Previously, in a focus group discussion (FGD) with residents of Tanjungsari and Sirnasari, the potential of moringa was a topic of concern. UPNVJ sees opportunities for development beyond cultivation, but also extends to research on utilization, processing, and the potential development of economically valuable products.

The field review also serves as UPNVJ's effort to ensure that programs are designed based on the region's real needs and potential. This approach is expected to align academic expertise with the knowledge and needs of the local community, ensuring that activities are not short-lived.

Going forward, the results of the land observations and input obtained through the focus group discussions (FGDs) will inform the program's development stages. The UPNVJ Research and Development Institute (LPPM) will also involve relevant scientific fields to assess moringa development opportunities in terms of cultivation, food, health, product processing, and community economic empowerment.

Through this initiative, UPNVJ strives to translate the discussions in the forum into concrete activities on the ground. Land use for moringa cultivation is expected to strengthen the fostered village program and create opportunities for sustainable research collaboration and community service in the Tanjungsari area.

 

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