Overview
The Faculty of Agriculture is a leading academic division dedicated to advancing knowledge, innovation, and practical skills in agriculture and related fields. It plays a vital role in promoting food security, sustainable natural resource management, and rural development. The faculty focuses on integrating teaching, research, and community engagement to address the agricultural challenges of the 21st century.

About the faculty

Faculty Vision

To be a center of excellence in agricultural education, research, and innovation that contributes to sustainable food security, rural development, and environmental conservation.

Faculty Mission

To train competent agricultural professionals, generate knowledge through research, and provide community services that foster sustainable agricultural productivity and development.

Core Values

  • Excellence – Commitment to quality teaching, research, and service.
  • Innovation – Promotion of creative and modern agricultural solutions.
  • Sustainability – Focus on environmentally friendly and socially responsible practices.
  • Integrity – Upholding ethics and professionalism in all endeavors.
  • Community Service – Engaging with society to solve real-world agricultural challenges.

Faculty Objectives

The objectives of the faculty are to:

  • To provide high-quality education in agriculture and related fields.
  • To conduct research addressing issues of food security, climate change, and sustainable farming.
  • To promote modern technologies and innovations in agriculture.
  • To engage in community outreach programs that enhance rural livelihoods.
  • To build strong partnerships with government, industry, and international organizations.

Faculty programs

Faculty Departments

Agronomy and Crop Science
Animal Science and Livestock Production
Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness
Soil Science and Natural Resource Management
Horticulture and Forestry
Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Food Science and Postharvest Technology

Research Focuses

The faculty supports and promotes research in:

  • Sustainable crop and livestock production
  • Climate-smart agriculture
  • Soil fertility and water management
  • Food security and nutrition
  • Agroforestry and biodiversity conservation
  • Agricultural technology and innovation

Facility and Resources

  • Well-equipped laboratories for soil, plant, and animal research
  • Experimental farms for crop and livestock studies
  • Greenhouses and irrigation systems
  • Agricultural machinery and tools
  • Libraries and digital resources

Community Engagement and Career Opportunities

Community Engagement

The faculty actively engages in:

  • Farmer training and extension services
  • Demonstration farms and field schools
  • Rural development projects
  • Consultancy services in agribusiness and sustainable farming

Career Opportunities for Graduates

Graduates from the Faculty of Agriculture can pursue careers in diverse fields:

  • Poultry/Dairy Farm Manager
  • Agribusiness Manager
  • Environmental Impact Officer
  • Quality Control/Assurance Officer
  • Food Safety Inspector
  • Agricultural Extension Officer
  • Rural Development Project Manager
  • Agricultural Research Scientist
  • Commercial farming (crops, livestock, aquaculture)
  • Agro-input dealership (seeds, fertilizers, machinery)