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, […]
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/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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
8th Governing Council Visits Ogun State Governor
By Olasunkanmi OlajideOn July 18, 2024, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, alongside the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, and other Council members, paid a Courtesy Call on Ogun State Governor Prince (Dr.) Dapo Abiodun, CON, at the Governor’s Office […]
Pro-Chancellor Seeks Alake’s Intervention for FUNAAB Access Road’s Rehabilitation
By Emeka Oluka, Olaoye Oyewole & Joy Adeyiga The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, His Royal Majesty (HRM) Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has appealed to the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba (Dr.) Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR, Okukenu IV, to leverage his influence to facilitate […]
FUNAAB Presents Multi-Million Naira NRF Awards to Recipients
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo Six distinguished Researchers in the University have been presented with the award of the prestigious National Research Fund (NRF) Grants. The momentous ceremony was held on January 16, 2024 at the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Room A. Speaking at the Handing-over Ceremony of Letters of Awards to the recipients, the Vice-Chancellor, […]
FUNAAB Dam: The Largest in any Nigerian University, Says Pro-Chancellor
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, who assumed duties on campus on July 15, 2024, revealed that the dam in the University was the largest […]
Quality Assurance Crucial to Prevent System Collapse – VC
By Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has stated that quality assurance was vital to achieving the vision and mission of any organisation, warning that without it, organisations risk premature failure. Prof. Kehinde disclosed this at a One-Day Workshop organised for members of the University’s Quality Assurance Committee, […]
ADAN Hosts 8th Annual Conference, 67th AGM at FUNAAB
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu In a bid to tackle the pressing challenges of climate change and food security in Nigeria, the Association of Deans of Agriculture in Nigerian Universities (ADAN), in partnership with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), held the Opening Ceremony of its 8th Annual Conference and 67th Annual General […]
ANAN-FUNAAB Chapter Elects New Officers
The Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Chapter, composed of professional accountants from the Bursary and Internal Audit Departments of FUNAAB, made history on July 3, 2024. At their quarterly meeting held in the Pension Board Room, the chapter elected new officers who would lead the Association from […]