FUNAAB/NOLAP 9ha Maize Farm Set for Harvest
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in partnership with NOLAP Farms, has been preparing for a massive maize harvest by the end of August. The 9-hectare maize farm which was part of a broader initiative, included the development of a state-of-the-art Cattle Ranch on the University campus, focusing on both beef […]
FUNAAB, Auxano Farms Collaborate to Establish 500ha Farm Estate on Campus
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu In a significant move to spearhead agricultural revitalisation and enhance food production within its immediate environment, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has entered a strategic partnership with Auxano Farms to establish a sprawling 500-hectare Farm Estate within the University campus. The collaboration, which has started with the […]
FUNAAB, Assetrise Expand 100ha Yam Plantation on Campus
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in partnership with Assetrise, has commenced the expansion of the yam plantation situated on a 100-hectare plot of land within the University campus. In mid-July, yams were transplanted from the nursery to a prepared section of the land, while the remaining area was also cleared on August 7, […]
FUNAABites’ 2ha Tomato Farm Ready for Harvest in 3 Weeks
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The much-anticipated 2-hectare tomato farm, cultivated in June, 2024, by the industrious students of the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to yield its first harvest in three weeks. On August 7, 2024, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, led an inspection tour […]
FUNAAB Partners MAAP to Launch 1,000ha Farm on Campus
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mate Africa and Partners (MAAP) to establish a 1,000-hectare Farm on campus. The collaboration was aimed at boosting capacity development and food production through agricultural ventures, including crop and livestock farming. As part of […]
FUNAAB Clears Land for 1ha Soybean, Sorghum Varietal Trial
… As IFSERAR, DUFARMS Make Strides in Agricultural Development By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has commenced preparations for a 1-hectare soybean and sorghum varietal trial, toward agricultural revitalisation and innovation. The initiative followed the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between FUNAAB and Hubei University of Technology (HBUT), along with four […]
Assetrise Set to Host Summit at FUNAAB
By Bamidele Odegbami In a bid to make food affordable for all, the Assetrise Smart Agropreneurship Project, in partnership with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is organising a summit themed “Commercialising Agriculture For Food and Income.” The event aims to empower over 1,000 students to become smart agropreneurs across the country. Scheduled to […]
FUNAAB, HBUT, Others Sign MoU to Boost Soybean, Sorghum Cultivation
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu In a landmark agreement, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has joined forces with Hubei University of Technology (HBUT), South China Agricultural University, Ogun Guangdong Free Trade Zone, and Hubei Dijing Seed Industry Co. to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to advance soybean and sorghum cultivation, as […]
VC, LAKEM Support Indigent Students with Food Items
By Joy Adeyiga In what is fast becoming a custom of the University, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has once again extended his support to indigent students by giving 50 beneficiaries some packs of food items as a way of supporting and wishing them success as they commence their Second Semester Examination. Speaking during the […]
FUNAAB Begins 2nd Semester Examinations
… Introduces Innovations The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has once again demonstrated its commitment to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity through the impressive conduct of its ongoing Second Semester Examinations. As one of Nigeria’s leading universities, FUNAAB’s dedication to ensuring a smooth, fair, and transparent examination process underscores its mission to […]
COLPLANT Dean Becomes Fellow of SSSN
By Olaoye Oyewole & Temiloluwa Osinuga Prof. Bolarinwa Senjobi, Dean, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COPLANT), has been honoured with the prestigious Fellowship Award of the Soil Science Society of Nigeria (SSSN) during their 48th Annual Conference, held at the International Women Center, Abuja. The accolade recognised his outstanding contributions to the field […]
AMREC Holds 2-Day Organic Agriculture Refresher Training
By Femi Dansu The Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta recently organised a Two-Day Refresher Training for Multipliers of Organic Agriculture. The event was held between July 31 and August 1, 2024, at the Green Chamber of the University. In his Opening Remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde […]