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FUTA AGROMART BEGINS OPERATION TO FEED IMMEDIATE SCHOOL COMMUNITY

The Agromart is designed to serve as a hub for practical agricultural education, research, and community engagement and underscores a significant step forward for FUTA's School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, reinforcing the University's commitment to delivering top-notch agricultural education and research.

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August 29, 2024
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The Vice Chancellor, Federal University of Technology, Akure ,FUTA, Professor Adenike Oladiji, has assured that the University through the School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology would sustain and deepen the application of research to the enhancement of agricultural practices and food production for the benefit of its immediate environment and the country. Professor Oladiji gave the assurance on Tuesday , August 27,2024 while flagging off commencement of business activities at FUTA Agromart , a structured facility for the vending of food produce cultivated, harvested, and refined from the University farms. Other agricultural produce sourced from outside the farm would also be available for sale at the Agromart.

The Vice Chancellor highlighted the significance of the Agromart in advancing FUTA’s commitment to agricultural innovation and sustainability whilst noting that FUTA had already distinguished itself in the comity of universities and before major private stakeholders in the Agricultural Sector and explained that staff and students had been making laudable contributions to Agricultural Research works towards sustainable food security in the nation. She said “The Agromart is not just a facility. It is a testament to our dedication to equipping our students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in the agricultural sector, so today marks a new chapter in our pursuit of excellence in agricultural education.” The Vice Chancellor challenged the experts in the school to sustain their extension services to and guidance of farmers in communities close to the University as their contribution to the drive for food security in the country.

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The Dean of the School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, Professor Oluwatooyin Oludahunsi, expressed delight at the opportunities the Agromart presents for students, staff, and the community. She disclosed that the Agromart is a game-changer for the School. She said the Garri on sale at the Agromart are processed at the University Farm from cassava planted by students while the tomato and yam are also sourced from the farm. She also explained that other variety of farm produce harvested from the University farms will also be available for sale at the Agromart.

The Agromart is designed to serve as a hub for practical agricultural education, research, and community engagement and underscores a significant step forward for FUTA’s School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, reinforcing the University’s commitment to delivering top-notch agricultural education and research.The Mart also stands as a beacon of FUTA’s dedication to driving sustainable agricultural practices in Nigeria and beyond and connection with its contiguous environment through community service for better agricultural practices.

 

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