SmartSoil Team to Train FPY Students at FUNAAB
The SmartSoil Team at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is organizing a training session for Farm Practical Year (FPY) students on May 21, 2024.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
The SmartSoil Team, operating from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is gearing up to conduct a training session for Farm Practical Year (FPY) students on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. The session will take place at the 1000-Seater Auditorium, commencing at 10 a.m.
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Led by Project Team Lead Prof. Olusegun Folorunso, the training aims to introduce FPY students to the Digital Soil Nutrient App, showcasing its capabilities in soil analysis and crop management. Prof. Folorunso expressed excitement about the event, highlighting the significance of leveraging advanced technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in enhancing agricultural practices for improved productivity and sustainability.
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The initiative underscores FUNAAB's commitment to integrating modern technology into traditional farming methods, providing students with essential skills to navigate the digital landscape of agriculture effectively. The choice of the 1000-Seater Auditorium as the venue ensures an optimal setting for the demonstration, with its large capacity and advanced audiovisual facilities facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the SmartSoil app's practical applications.
The training session represents a pivotal step towards equipping FPY students with the necessary tools and knowledge to excel in contemporary agricultural practices, thus contributing to the advancement of Nigeria's agricultural sector.
