HortiNigeria Trains Students, Staff on Commercial Onion Cultivation

By Olaoye Oyewole HortiNigeria, in collaboration with Eweko Integrated Services and FUNAAB Hub, organised a Training Workshop for students and staff of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) on cultivating onions commercially in Southwest Nigeria. During his lecture on onion farming, Mr. Abdullateef Otunba from Eweko Integrated Services debunked the myth that onions cannot be…

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“Food Safety, a Shared Responsibility for All,” Says FUNAAB’s 90th Inaugural Lecturer 

 By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga Prof. Adebukunola Omemu, a renowned expert in Food Microbiology and Safety, has identified food safety as a critical responsibility that required a collaborative effort from all stakeholders involved in the food supply chain, from farm to fork. Prof. Omemu made this revelation during the 90th Inaugural Lecture of the Federal University of Agricult…

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FUNAAB Webinar Series 009

https://funaab.edu.ng/event/funaab-webinar-series-009 Agriculture thrives on timely and accurate information, crucial for decision-making in areas such as input management and market trends. In Nigeria, farmers face challenges in accessing such vital data, impacting productivity. However, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into agriculture holds promise for addressing these issues…

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Biotech Centre Hosts BIORISK Management Training

By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu The Biotechnology Centre of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has concluded its Two-Day BIORISK Management Awareness Training for Scientists and Technologists in the University. The Training, which began on May 20, 2024, was convened by the Director, Biotechnology Centre, Prof. Olufunke Shittu. In her welcome address, Prof. Shittu said t…

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SmartSoil Team Equips FPY Students with Digital Soil Mapping App

 By Tofunmi Adebayo & Temiloluwa Osinuga The SmartSoil Project Team of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has equipped students of the Farm Practical Year (FPY) with the usage of the Digital Soil Nutrient App, a significant stride towards enhancing food security and streamlining farming processes. Themed “Digital Agriculture for Food Security: Accelerating Agri-based…

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CIPM Visits FUNAAB, Talks-up Collaboration with COLAMRUD

By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), with the aim of fostering collaboration with the Department of Agricultural Administration (AGAD), in the College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD). The meeting was held in the Conference Roo…

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SmartSoil Team to Train FPY Students on Tuesday

The SmartSoil Team based at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), would be demonstrating the capabilities of the Digital Soil Nutrient App to Farm Practical Year (FPY) students on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the 1000-Seater Auditorium, starting at 10 a.m. According to the Project Team Lead, Prof. Olusegun Folorunso, the Training would provide FPY students with firsthand experie…

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IFSERAR Monthly Seminar to Focus on Research Proposal Writing

In an effort to foster academic excellence and research advancement, the Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) has announced its Monthly Seminar scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2024. The Seminar, slated to commence at 10:00 a.m., would be held at the Livestock/Fisheries Laboratory. The focal point of discussion for this month's Seminar is "Res…

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Biotech Centre to Hold Two-Day Workshop

The Biotechnology Centre, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to hold a 2-Day Workshop on Biorisk Management Awareness from May 20 to 21, 2024, at the Bioinformatics Laboratory of the Biotechnology Centre, by 10:00 a.m.…

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Visitor Appoints Renowned Legal Luminary as FUNAAB’s Pro-Chancellor

By Olatoye Sanusi The President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR in his capacity as the Visitor to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has appointed a distinguished legal luminary and philanthropist, Yusuf Olaolu Ali, SAN, as the Chairman of Governing Council and Pro-Chancellor of the University. The …

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COLBIOS Holds Training for Middle-Level Academic Professionals

By Joy Adeyiga, Femi Dansu & Abiodun Babatunde The College of Biosciences (COLBIOS) on Thursday, May 16, 2024, hosted a Development Training Programme for its Middle-Level Academic Professionals at the COLBIOS Seminar Room, located in the New Academic Building adjacent to the premises of the Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Center (AMREC). In her Opening Remarks, the Dean, COLBIO…

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR VACANT POSITIONS AT ICPD

International Centre for Professional Development (ICPD) is a Centre within the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) saddled with the responsibility of providing ICT training, Professional Development and Professional Examinations. The Board of ICPD hereby invites applications from seasoned and competent part-time instructors in the following area; 👉Artificial Intelligence Engi…

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