By Isaac Okulaja
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with nine other institutions through the European Union-sponsored AGRECOFARM project, would hold a One-Day Stakeholder Workshop on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE) Lecture Hall.
The workshop was organised to enhance the skills of academic staff, students, and Agricultural Extension Officers by developing a Master’s Programme for sustainable agriculture in West Africa.
Renowned resource persons from academia, government, and the agro-allied industry would present insightful papers on key topics, including FAO Guidelines for Agroecology, Policy Environment on Agroecology and Industry Perspectives on Agroecology.
Others are Youth and Gender Dimensions in Agroecology, the Role of OAPTIN (Organic Network) in Agroecology, as well as Advocacy for Agroecology and Organic Agriculture
Participants expected are from academia, government, agricultural agencies, student groups, farmers, and agro-allied industries. Virtual participation facilities have also been arranged to ensure inclusivity and broader outreach to stakeholders worldwide.
