FCAIB HOSTS LOC AHEAD OF 19TH ANNUAL ORGANIC AGRICULTURE CONFERENCE IN ABEOKUTA
FCAIB hosted the LOC of the 19th Annual Organic Agriculture Conference ahead of the November 15–19 event at FUNAAB, Abeokuta. The visit highlighted institutional collaboration in promoting organic agriculture and sustainable farming in Nigeria.
By Olugbade Olubisi
The Federal College of Agriculture, Moor Plantation, Ibadan (FCAIB), hosted members of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the Organic Agriculture Professionals in Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria ahead of the 19th Annual Organic Agriculture Conference and General Business Meeting, scheduled to hold at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State.
The delegation was received by the Provost of FCAIB, Professor Jonathan J. Atungwu, alongside members of the College Management. In his remarks, Professor Atungwu appreciated the delegation for its partnership with the College and commended its efforts towards promoting organic agriculture and sustainable farming practices in tertiary institutions.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration among higher institutions in advancing agricultural development, environmental sustainability and food security.
The delegation was led by the LOC Chairman, Professor T. O. Fabunmi, and included Professor Oluwakemi Irekhore, Programme Leader;Dr. Patient Odume, Treasurer and Welfare Coordinator; Dr. James Fadeyi, Secretary; and Dr. Oluwatosin Adeyeye, Logistics Coordinator
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Professor Fabunmi expressed appreciation to the Provost and Management of FCAIB for the warm reception and support.
He highlighted the importance of institutional collaboration in achieving the objectives of the forthcoming conference and strengthening organic agriculture education and practice in Nigeria.
The 19th Annual Organic Agriculture Conference and General Business Meeting, Abeokuta 2026, will be held under the theme: “Organic Agriculture: A Potential Approach to Climate-Resilient Farming and Sustainable Food Systems.”
The conference, scheduled for November 15–19, 2026, will take place at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State. Professor Atungwu, Provost of FCAIB, is expected to deliver the keynote address, while Professor O. B. Kehinde, Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB, will serve as the Chief Host.
The conference is expected to provide a platform for knowledge sharing, professional engagement, and discussions on the role of organic agriculture in building climate-resilient farming systems and promoting sustainable food production.
The meeting concluded with a closing prayer offered by the Deputy Provost (Administration), Dr. M.O Adenekan.
FCAIB's engagement with the LOC reflects the College's commitment to institutional partnerships that promote agricultural education, research, innovation, and sustainable farming practices in Nigeria.
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