Tutong:Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA), through the Faculty of Agriculture Student Body (FASS) for the 2025/2026 session, organized a Rice Industry Educational Visit Program themed 'Understanding the Rice Production Chain from Farm to Consumer'. The program aims to provide direct exposure to the rice production chain and bridge classroom learning with real-world practice.
According to Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali, the program included 33 participants from various faculties, including the Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Halal Science and Sustainable Tourism, Faculty of Arabic, Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Faculty of Law, and the Faculty of Sharia. The visit was accompanied by two lecturers and two staff members from the Faculty of Agriculture.
The visit commenced at the Jiayuan Agricultural Trading Company in Kampung Mulaut, focusing on the rice seedling production process and the application of modern technology and management practices. The program continued to Warisan Hasmit Agro Farm in Kampung Kulapis, where participants observed integrated agriculture and livestock systems. They also engaged in sharing sessions, activities to identify rice varieties and crop pests, and reflection presentations.
This initiative aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, specifically SDG2, SDG4, SDG12, and SDG17. It underscores UNISSA's commitment to enhancing awareness of food security, promoting sustainable agricultural practices, and preparing knowledgeable and skilled graduates in accordance with Brunei Vision 2035.