FUNAAB VC Advocates Digital Revolution in Nigeria’s Agriculture
… Calls for Inclusive Technological Adoption at 59th ASN Conference By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called for the deliberate and inclusive adoption of digital technologies to drive sustainable transformation in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Delivering the Keynote Address at the Opening Ceremony of the […]
WAFROEX Donates 100 New Beehives to Strengthen Apiculture Development in FUNAAB
WAFROEX, a leading multinational apiculture and agro-allied organisation powered by Goldswarm, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing agricultural innovation and sustainability at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) with the donation of 100 new beehives and 25 stands to support apiculture development within the University. Speaking during the presentation, WAFROEX Project Manager, Mr. Abdulrahman […]
FUNAAB, Dizengoff Nigeria Host Farmers’ Field Day to Promote Agricultural Innovation
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with Dizengoff Nigeria, has strengthened its drive toward sustainable agricultural development through the hosting of a Farmers’ Field Day, on October 15, 2025, an event designed to showcase modern agricultural technologies and deepen the synergy between research, learning, and production. […]
Fallout of Governing Council’s Inspection:
FUNAAB, Musarchy Farms Harvest Success in 7-Hectare Cassava Project —A Model of Research-Driven Agriculture, Productive Partnerships By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada In a strong demonstration of the power of research-based agriculture and strategic partnerships, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and Musarchy Farms have commenced a large-scale harvest and sales of cassava cultivated […]
“We Cannot Feed Ourselves in Our Religious Houses”
… FUNAAB’s Pro-Chancellor Charges Everyone to Embrace Farming By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has urged Nigerians to take farming as a collective responsibility, stressing that […]
TETFund Officials Inspect Newly Constructed Greenhouse at FUNAAB
By Wuraola Dada Senior officials of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), led by the Technical Advisor to the Executive Secretary, Mr. Buhari Mikailu, today, September 25, 2025, inspected the newly constructed Greenhouse at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The project, which formed part of the TETFund 2023/2024 Research Laboratory and Farm Innovation […]
Day 3 of Humboldt Kolleg 2025: Participants Explore Olumo Rock, Celebrate Innovation, Youth Agribusiness
By Aduragbemi Oke & Wuraola Dada The cultural heartbeat of Abeokuta took the centre stage today, September 24, 2025, as participants of the Humboldt Kolleg Conference embarked on a guided tour of Olumo Rock, one of Nigeria’s most iconic heritage sites. The visit offered delegates from across institutions a rich immersion into Egba history and […]
FUNAAB Humboldt Kolleg 2025 Day Two: Experts Advocate Organic Farming, Policy Reforms
By Aduragbemi Oke The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has continued to set the pace in advancing agricultural innovation and food security as it hosted the second day of the 2025 Humboldt Kolleg Conference, today, September 23, 2025. The day’s sessions brought together renowned experts who called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, […]
FUNAAB Leads Global Dialogue on AI-Driven Regenerative Agriculture
… As it Hosts 2025 Humboldt Kolleg Scientific Conference By Olaoye Oyewole & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Africa’s best University of Agriculture and ranked 7th globally, has once again demonstrated its leadership in agricultural research and innovation as it hosted the opening session of the 2025 Humboldt Kolleg Scientific Conference, […]
FUNAAB Kicks Off Another Round of Massive Yam Sales
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has once again reaffirmed its leadership role in sustainable agriculture under the transformative leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, as the Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS) today, September 10, 2025, commenced another round of massive sales of freshly harvested yams and […]
Agroecology, Organic Agriculture Leadership Course to Launch at FUNAAB on Sept. 15
By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria, is set to host the launch and first in-person session of the Agroecology and Organic Agriculture Leadership (AOAL) Course from September 15–19, 2025. The flagship programme marks a significant milestone in advancing sustainable agriculture and leadership development across Africa. Structured as […]
COBFAS Begins 2025/2026 Farm Practical Year Orientation on Monday
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to begin the 2025/2026 Academic Session Farm Practical Year (FPY) Orientation Programme from Monday, September 1 to Friday, September 5, 2025, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building, starting at 9 a.m. each day. With the theme […]