NITDA Partners FUNAAB on Smart Brooding System
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Patrick Erinoso The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has partnered with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to implement a Smart Brooding System (SBS) programme. Under the initiative, 50 FUNAAB students were trained to raise day-old broiler chicks for a period of six to eight weeks using advanced solar-powered […]
IFSERAR Holds One-Day Seminar on Indigenous Knowledge Systems
By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources, and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), on July 24, 2024, held a One-Day Seminar, titled “Unseen Values of Common Agricultural Crops and Livestock,” at the Postgraduate School Auditorium. In her Welcome Address, the Director, IFSERAR, Prof. Alaba Jolaosho, noted the inherent benefits of all God’s creatures for […]
VC Inspects Ongoing Construction Projects
By Tofunmi Adebayo On July 24, 2024, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, inspected several key construction projects at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). These projects included the Phase II Building of the College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), a new 100-Capacity Laboratory for the College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET), and a 120-Bed Undergraduate Hostel. […]
FUNAAB/HarvestField Begin 250Ha Soybean Cultivation on Campus
By Joy Adeyiga As part of efforts geared towards agricultural revitalisation on campus, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with HarvestField Industries Limited, today, July 23, 2024, began the cultivation of 250 hectares of land on campus for soybean production. Recalled that the University forged a significant partnership through a Memorandum of […]
Empowering Minds: A Day of Learning at FUNAAB Zoo Park!
On Friday, July 19, 2024, FUNAAB Zoo Park hosted a remarkable training seminar that focused on two critical topics: “Who is a Leader, and Leadership Traits” and “Manuscript and Manuscript Writing.” Held in the Conservation Room, this event was a valuable learning experience for our Curators and SIWES students. In his opening remarks, Prof. Sammy […]
FUNAAB Holds Workshop to Review 2021-2025 Strategic Plan
By Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), recently held an intensive workshop focused on its strategic plan for 2021-2025. The event gathered key University stakeholders, including Deans, Directors, and Heads of Departments and Units. In his Opening Remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic, Prof. […]
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 […]
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, […]
VC’s Inspection Tour Highlights Agricultural Innovations at FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Tofunmi Adebayo & Temiloluwa Osinuga In a recent comprehensive tour of the farmlands at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde showcased the University’s innovative approaches to agriculture, aimed at cushioning the effects of food challenges in the country. Prof. Kehinde’s inspection covered various facilities and highlighted […]
TETFund-NRF Project:
Tomato Agronomic Biofortification Project Holds Inception Meeting By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Tomato Agronomic Biofortification Project, a Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund)-National Research Fund (NRF) sponsored project has held its Inception Meeting to kick-start the project. The meeting, was held on June, 26, 2024, at the College of Plant Science and Crop Production […]
DIGICULTURE Project Kicks Off on June 11
The kickoff ceremony and workshop for the DIGICULTURE Project, aimed at promoting and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Ogun State through digital innovation and technology has been slated for Tuesday, June 11, 2024, by 11:00 a.m. at the Postgraduate School Auditorium. A memo released by the Principal Investigator and Project Leader, Prof. Olusegun Folorunso […]
SmartSoil Team Equips FPY Students with Digital Soil Mapping App
By Tofunmi Adebayo & Temiloluwa Osinuga The SmartSoil Project Team of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has equipped students of the Farm Practical Year (FPY) with the usage of the Digital Soil Nutrient App, a significant stride towards enhancing food security and streamlining farming processes. Themed “Digital Agriculture for Food Security: Accelerating Agri-based […]