DIGISOL-FUNAAB to Train Rural Farmers on Digital Financial Solutions
As part of efforts to boost climate resilience and drive digital transformation in agriculture, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would be hosting a One-Day Training Programme themed “Digital Financial Solutions (DFS) for Farmers in Remote Communities to Adapt to Climate Change.” The training, which is being organised by the DIGISOL-FUNAAB Team under the […]
Six FUNAAB Graduates Win BATNF Agripreneurship Grants
By Raymond Osemene In a bid to promote agripreneurship among fresh graduates, six former students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have emerged as recipients of the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF) grant, each receiving a cheque of One Million, Five Hundred Thousand Naira to support their agricultural ventures. The outstanding agripreneurs […]
FUNAAB-WAFROEX Holds Beekeeping Training for 160 Students
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with WAFROEX, a leading multinational apiculture and agro-allied organisation powered by Goldswarm, have successfully conducted an introductory training on beekeeping for 160 FUNAAB students. Held today, April 9, 2025, at the Green Chamber, the event was tagged “Introductory Training on Beekeeping and Apiculture […]
FG Partners Keystone Bank to Launch Agricultural Grants Initiative at FUNAAB
By Joy Adeyiga In a strategic effort to boost agricultural development in Nigerian universities, the Federal Government, in collaboration with Keystone Bank, is set to launch an Agricultural Grants Initiative at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The initiative, driven by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development under the Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalisation […]
FUNAAB to Host Introductory Training on Beekeeping, Apiculture Value Chain on Wednesday
In a bid to promote sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship, the WAFROEX-FUNAAB Beekeeping Academy, in partnership with GoldSwarm, is set to host a comprehensive One-Day Introductory Course in Apiculture and Beekeeping Value Chain Fundamentals at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the training would take place from 9:00 a.m. […]
FUNAAB Commissions NSPRI Post-Harvest Hub to Enhance Food Security
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga Building on its commitment to agricultural revitalisation through strategic collaborations, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken another significant step forward, today, April 2, 2025, as the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, commissioned the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Post-Harvest Hub, a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing […]
VC Commissions 2,000-Acre Alumni Farm Hub to Boost Food Production
By Makinde Durodola & Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commissioned the 2,000-acre Alumni Farm Hub, a landmark initiative aimed at revitalising agriculture through massive food production, innovation and sustainability. Speaking at the Flag-off ceremony held today, March 26, 2025, Prof. Kehinde commended the FUNAAB Alumni Association […]
In Pictures: VC Attends 10th Nigeria Agrofood and PlastPrintPack International Trade Show as Special Guest
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi graced the 10th Edition of the Nigeria Agrofood and PlastPrintPack Nigeria International Trade Show and Conference as a Special Guest. The prestigious event, held at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, today, March 25, 2025, brought together key players in the […]
Renowned Japanese Scientist Delivers Lecture on Evolutionary Biology at FUNAAB
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently played host to a renowned Scientist, Prof. Asami Takahiro of Shinshu University, Japan, who delivered a thought-provoking lecture on the Evolution of Reproductive Barriers in Snails. The event, held as part of FUNAAB’s ongoing commitment to international collaborations, attracted scholars, researchers, and students eager […]
FUNAAB Hosts 2nd ICOFHEC to Tackle Food Insecurity
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, March 4, 2025, held the Opening Ceremony of the 2nd International Conference of Food Science and Human Ecology, tagged “ICOFHEC 2025,” bringing together researchers, policymakers, and international participants to explore solutions to global food security challenges. With the theme “Synergy in […]
FUNAAB Bread Returns as VC Commissions Renovated Bakery on Campus
By Femi Dansu In a significant step towards achieving food security and supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2 – Zero Hunger), the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commissioned the renovated bakery on campus. The bakery, a collaboration between FUNAAB and Nutrient Life Group of Companies, is […]
Innovate UK Set to Collaborate with FUNAAB to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to collaborate with Innovate UK on advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture, a partnership that brings together stakeholders from the United Kingdom, Brazil, Nigeria, and Ghana to enhance sustainable agricultural practices. As part of the initiative, applications would open from March 3 to May 7, 2025, for a Climate-Smart […]