Biotech Centre Hosts BIORISK Management Training
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu The Biotechnology Centre of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has concluded its Two-Day BIORISK Management Awareness Training for Scientists and Technologists in the University. The Training, which began on May 20, 2024, was convened by the Director, Biotechnology Centre, Prof. Olufunke Shittu. In her welcome address, Prof. […]
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 […]
CIPM Visits FUNAAB, Talks-up Collaboration with COLAMRUD
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), with the aim of fostering collaboration with the Department of Agricultural Administration (AGAD), in the College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD). The meeting was held in the […]
SmartSoil Team to Train FPY Students on Tuesday
The SmartSoil Team based at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), would be demonstrating the capabilities of the Digital Soil Nutrient App to Farm Practical Year (FPY) students on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the 1000-Seater Auditorium, starting at 10 a.m. According to the Project Team Lead, Prof. Olusegun Folorunso, the Training would provide […]
IFSERAR Monthly Seminar to Focus on Research Proposal Writing
In an effort to foster academic excellence and research advancement, the Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) has announced its Monthly Seminar scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2024. The Seminar, slated to commence at 10:00 a.m., would be held at the Livestock/Fisheries Laboratory. The focal point of discussion for this month’s […]
Biotech Centre to Hold Two-Day Workshop
The Biotechnology Centre, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to hold a 2-Day Workshop on Biorisk Management Awareness from May 20 to 21, 2024, at the Bioinformatics Laboratory of the Biotechnology Centre, by 10:00 a.m.
COLBIOS Holds Training for Middle-Level Academic Professionals
By Joy Adeyiga, Femi Dansu & Abiodun Babatunde The College of Biosciences (COLBIOS) on Thursday, May 16, 2024, hosted a Development Training Programme for its Middle-Level Academic Professionals at the COLBIOS Seminar Room, located in the New Academic Building adjacent to the premises of the Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Center (AMREC). In her Opening […]
Sales of Mushroom Begins on Campus
By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo The Mushroom Unit of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has commenced the sale of delectable mushrooms, marking a significant step towards promoting sustainable nutrition and environmental consciousness. Dr. Idayat Atayese of the Department of Microbiology, College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), spearheading the initiative, highlighted the long-standing human appreciation […]
COLFHEC Dean to Deliver 90th Inaugural Lecture Next Wednesday
By Femi Dansu The Dean, College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), Prof. Adebukunola Mobolaji Omemu is set to deliver the University’s 90th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, by 200 p.m. at the Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. Titled “Safe Journey of Food From Farm-To-Fork,” the Lecture promises to unravel the detail and […]
FUNAAB’s Top Officials Visit Chinese Consulate
In a significant move to enhance the University’s international presence and foster strategic partnerships, a high-powered delegation from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi paid a visit to the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria on Tuesday, May 15, 2024. Giving […]
FUNAAB Partners FRIN to Establish Genome Species Plantation
By Olatoye Sanusi The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has entered into partnership with the Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN) to establish a plantation of genome species on campus. The 20-hecatre land plantation project was aimed at conserving indigenous species and protecting the environment. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. Kola Adebayo, who represented […]
COLBIOS to Hold Development Training on May 16
The College of Biosciences (COLBIOS) is gearing up to hold a Development Training for its Middle Level Academic Professionals on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the College Seminar Room, New Academic Building by 9 a.m.