LASU Agriculture Students Gain Hands-On Experience at FUNAAB’s Community-Based Farming Scheme

On September 5, 2024, Farm Practical Year (FPY) students from the Lagos State University (LASU), School of Agriculture, Epe, visited the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) for mentorship and an intensive understudy programme.

During the visit, Prof. Olatunji Abanikannda, Acting Dean of LASU’s School of Agriculture, highlighted the choice of FUNAAB for its remarkable achievements in the agricultural sector, both nationally and globally. He praised FUNAAB’s consistent recognition and numerous accolades, underscoring the university’s leadership role in agricultural education and research.

Dr. Shakirat Ibrahim, Acting Director of COBFAS, welcomed the LASU students and emphasized the significance of their practical year. She encouraged them to fully utilize FUNAAB’s wealth of expertise, cutting-edge facilities, and resources to broaden their practical knowledge in agriculture.

The LASU students toured several key facilities, including DUFARMS Poultry, Rabbitry, Layers Pen, Grain Processing Unit, the COBFAS Irrigation Farm, Tomato Farm, Tractor Shed, and the Large and Small Ruminant Units. They received hands-on training with modern farm equipment and interacted with FUNAAB’s seasoned agricultural experts, gaining invaluable insights into practical farm management.

Miss Olamide Akinsemoyin from the Department of Animal Science and Olabode Feyisayo from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management at LASU expressed their gratitude for the experience. They commended FUNAAB’s infrastructure and expertise, noting that the visit was not only educational but also provided them with critical skills that would enhance their academic and professional development in agriculture.