FUNAAB Farmers’ Cooperative Begins Maize Harvest on 6-Hectare Farm
… Sales Continue Today at SSANU Complex by Noon By Tofunmi Adebayo The FUNAAB Farmers’ Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited has commenced the harvest of maize from its 6-hectare farmland located within the University campus. The initiative, which enjoys the full backing of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, underscores the University’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and […]
From Roots to Innovation: FUNAAB Lights Up Bulbs with Bamboo, Celebrates Aadun at Indigenous Knowledge Launch
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Tofunmi Adebayo & Aduragbemi Oke In a groundbreaking move that blends science, sustainability, and tradition, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has featured a remarkable demonstration of the University’s strides in renewable energy through bamboo technology, and the cultural revival of Aadun, a traditional snack. It also unveiled its Indigenous Knowledge […]
COLPLANT Hosts 2nd Biennial Conference on Climate-Smart Agriculture
By Femi Dansu The College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, July 21, 2025, commenced its 2nd Biennial Conference with the theme “Advancing Sustainable Food Systems Through Climate-Smart Crop Production.” Declaring the event open, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olukayode […]
FUNAAB Set to Host 2025 Carnegie Diaspora Fellowship Program Workshops
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host workshops under the 2025 FUNAAB-Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP), as it had earlier welcomed two African diaspora scholars from Virginia State University (VSU), Professors Richard Omotoye and Laban Rutto. The workshops, aimed at enhancing academic and stakeholder engagement, would focus […]
Get Your Freshly Processed FUNAAB Palm Oil from July 17
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is pleased to announce that its premium quality FUNAAB Palm Oil produced and marketed by Mide Farm is now available for sale to members of the University Community and the general public from tomorrow, Thursday, July 17, 2025. Sales Points:👉 MANCOT Bus Stop, now FUNAABOT Bus Stop on […]
FUNAAB Zoo Park’s Goat Breeding Initiative Gathers Pace
The goat breeding initiative introduced at the FUNAAB Zoo Park in 2024 is steadily gaining traction, aligning with the University’s commitment to sustainability and cost-effective animal management. Spearheaded by the Director of the Zoo Park, Prof. Sammy Sam-Wobo, the project has recorded notable success, with several female goats recently giving birth. Launched to reduce the […]
SmartSoil Project Charts New Path for Agricultural Innovation at Evaluation Meeting in Abuja
The SmartSoil Project took a significant step towards national impact as stakeholders converged for its Close-out and Evaluation meeting held from July 10 to 11, 2025, at the Envoy Hotel, Abuja. The Two-Day event provided a platform to assess the project’s achievements, identify challenges, and chart a course for its sustainability and scalability. Participants, including […]
FUNAAB Staff Flock AGROMAT
… As DUFARMS Rolls Out Bumper Harvest By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu It was a bustling scene once again at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) AGROMAT, today, July 14, 2025, as enthusiastic staff stormed the venue to take advantage of the ongoing sales of farm-fresh produce from the Directorate of University Farms […]
SLIDEN Africa, FUNAAB Launch Agribusiness Apprenticeship Scheme
… As VC Visits Remodelled Garri Factory By Joy Adeyiga The Sustainable Livelihood and Development Network for Africa (SLIDEN Africa), in collaboration with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has officially launched the SLIDEN Africa – FUNAAB Agribusiness Apprenticeship Scheme (SAFAAS) and the remodelled FUNAAB Garri Processing Factory, including a ten-hectare cassava farm under […]
FUNAAB Trains Farmers on Hydroponic Technology under EU-Sponsored AGRECOFARM Project
… As Two-Year Master’s Programme in Agroecology Set to Commence By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken a major step toward promoting sustainable agriculture with the hosting of a One-Day Workshop and Training on Hydroponic Technology, under the European Union-supported AGRECOFARM Project. The event, held in partnership with nine other […]
Mechatronics Students Showcase Innovative Tech Solutions at 3rd Final-Year Project Exhibition
By Aduragbemi Oke In a bold demonstration of creativity and technical prowess, final-year students from the Department of Mechatronics Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), staged the 3rd edition of their Annual Final-Year Project Exhibition, captivating attendees with groundbreaking innovations designed to address real-world challenges. The exhibition featured a diverse […]
FUNAAB Strengthens Community Bonds
… As AMREC Engages Farmers in Landmark Land Allocation Exercise By Tofunmi Adebayo In a defining moment for Town-and-Gown relations, the Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken a bold step towards deepening community engagement and enhancing the agricultural revitalisation drive of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. […]