College of Agriculture
Ejigbo Campus - Osun State University
Driving food security and agricultural innovation through crop science, animal production, agricultural economics and agribusiness with practical training, research and extension services for sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria and beyond.
Welcome to the College of Agriculture
The College of Agriculture was established in 2007 alongside other Colleges in Osun State University. The College took off at the inception of academic activities in the University in 2007/2008 with its first set of students (23 in number) in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Main Campus, Osogbo for their 100-level courses. The College presently is having a little less than a thousand students on campus.
Welcome to the College of Agriculture, a pioneer College of Osun State University dedicated to excellence in agricultural education, research, and community development. We are thrilled that you have chosen to visit our webpage. At the College of Agriculture, Ejigbo Campus, we offer a wide range of academic and practical training programmes designed to produce agricultural professionals, innovators, and agripreneurs who will drive food security and rural development in Nigeria and beyond.
The College of Agriculture was established in 2007 as one of the foundational Colleges of Osun State University, the 80th University in Nigeria. The College commenced academic activities during the 2007/2008 academic session with its pioneer students—23 in number—who undertook their 100-level courses at the College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Main Campus, Osogbo. Today, the College has grown exponentially and now hosts nearly one thousand students on campus, reflecting its expanding academic influence and commitment to agricultural education and research in Osun State, Nigeria.
The College took off with a modest academic staff strength that has grown significantly over the years. Today, the College boasts 33 academic staff including 6 Professors, all of whom are Ph.D. holders, supported by 102 non-teaching staff across registry, bursary, works, technical and security units. The College was bifurcated into two Faculties in 2021 and currently comprises two (2) Faculties and seven (7) academic departments.
All programmes in the College are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC), with curricula tailored to their Benchmark Minimum Academic Standards, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for careers in agriculture, agribusiness, and natural resources management.
Location
The College of Agriculture is situated in Ejigbo, a historic town strategically located along the border between Osun and Oyo States, at the Ejigbo Campus of Osun State University, Nigeria. Its location offers unique access to diverse agricultural communities and ecosystems, providing students with real-world learning and research opportunities in close proximity to farming communities, markets, and agribusiness enterprises.
Brief History
2006 Osun State University included the Bachelor of Agriculture (B. Agric.) programme in the academic brief submitted to the National Universities Commission (NUC) at the point of seeking approval for commencement of academic activities. The College of Agriculture was envisioned as one of the foundational Colleges that would drive the agricultural development agenda of Osun State.
2007 The University received its licence to operate as Nigeria's 80th University, and the College of Agriculture was formally established. The College admitted its pioneer students—23 in number—who commenced their 100-level courses at the College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Main Campus, Osogbo, pending the development of permanent facilities at Ejigbo Campus.
2009-2015 The College experienced steady growth in student enrollment and academic staff strength. Physical infrastructure began to take shape at Ejigbo Campus, including farm structures, laboratories, and classroom blocks. The College established its Teaching and Research Farm, providing students with hands-on practical experience.
2021 In recognition of its growth and academic maturity, the College was bifurcated into two Faculties: the Faculty of Agricultural Production and Management, and the Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources Management. This restructuring enhanced administrative efficiency and allowed for more focused academic development across seven academic departments.
Present Today, the College hosts nearly one thousand students and has established specialized research centres including the Centre for Apicultural Research, Centre for Agricultural Extension and Outreach Services (CAXOS), and the Centre for Agricultural Research, Training and Honey Production (CARTHOP), which produces the renowned UNIOSUN HONEY.
The College has designed its programme to ensure that graduates have excellent theoretical knowledge combined with practical, entrepreneurial skills. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training, research, and community engagement, preparing students to become innovators and leaders in the agricultural sector. The programme has the intellectual goal of addressing food security challenges, promoting sustainable agricultural practices, and driving rural development in Nigeria.
Academic Structure
The College was bifurcated into two Faculties in 2021 and currently comprises two (2) Faculties and seven (7) academic departments, all running fully accredited undergraduate programmes by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Staff Strength
Academic Staff: 33 (including 6 Professors, Associate Professors, Senior Lecturers, and other academic personnel). All academic staff are Ph.D. holders.
Non-Teaching Staff: 102 (registry, bursary, works, technical, laboratory, and security staff).
Staff Growth Journey: The College took off with pioneer students and a modest academic staff complement. Today, it boasts 33 academic staff including 6 Professors, supported by 102 non-teaching staff, reflecting its expanding academic influence and commitment to quality agricultural education.
Vision
To be a model institution providing excellent and high quality teaching and learning experiences which will engender the production of graduates with entrepreneurial spirit of excellence and globally competitive capabilities in agriculture and natural resources management.
Mission
To be technologically and professionally sound, committed to the pursuit of academic innovation and skills-based training in Agriculture and Natural Resources management, and set the pace in excellence for teaching, research and community service.
Physical Development
The University, through the Directorate of Works and Physical Development, continues to supervise on-going projects at Ejigbo Campus to create a model Agricultural College:
The desire to create a model Agricultural College has driven the tempo of physical development at Ejigbo Campus. A comprehensive landscape design project and tree planting are also ongoing to create an aesthetically pleasing and conducive learning environment.
Research Activities
Research Areas: Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Agronomy, Horticultural Science, Animal Science, Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management, Wildlife and Ecotourism Management, Forestry Management, Environmental Resources Management, Cooperative and Agribusiness Management, Home Science, Hospitality Management, Agricultural Journalism, Agricultural Media Resources Development, Apiculture, Aquaculture, Soil Science, Crop Protection, and more.
Research Facilities:
- Teaching and Research Farm
- Experimental Field
- Nursery Plantation
- Tree Plantation
- On-station Demonstration Plots
- Green House
- Integrated Rural Development Project
- Agricultural Media Resources Lab
- Teaching and Research Laboratories
- ICT Centre
- College Library
- Departmental Libraries
- Centre for Apicultural Research
- Fisheries Research Ponds
- Weather Station
- Feed Mill
Journal: UNIOSUN Journal of Agriculture and Renewable Resources (UJARR) - A peer-reviewed journal publishing original research in agricultural sciences and renewable natural resources.
Undergraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Programmes
Historical Timeline
NUC ACCREDITED
All programmes are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) with curricula tailored to the Benchmark Minimum Academic Standards for agricultural education in Nigeria.
Community Empowerment & Outreach
CENTRE FOR AGRICULTURE EXTENSION AND OUTREACH SERVICE (CAXOS)
The centre packages and disseminates research findings as well as improved agricultural technologies for adoption and people's empowerment at community level in Osun State. CAXOS serves as a bridge between the College and farming communities, ensuring that research outputs translate into practical improvements in agricultural productivity.
CENTRE FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH, TRAINING AND HONEY PRODUCTION (CARTHOP)
The centre established a 100 Beehive apiary for honey production and operates an agricultural research and training laboratory. It produces high quality pure natural honey called UNIOSUN HONEY and organizes entrepreneurial skills development training for bee-keepers and honey producers in Nigeria. The centre has trained numerous farmers in modern apiculture techniques and value addition.
LIVESTOCK HOSTELING PROJECT (LHP)
Established to promote ownership of livestock and animal production enterprises by interested individuals at Ejigbo Campus. The project allows students and community members to host livestock, gaining hands-on experience in animal husbandry while generating income and contributing to food security.
CENTRE FOR APICULTURAL RESEARCH
Dedicated to research and training in beekeeping, honey production, and apiculture-related enterprises. The centre conducts research on bee health, honey quality, and pollination services, and provides training to beekeepers across the region.
TEACHING AND RESEARCH FARM
The farm serves as a demonstration site for best agricultural practices, hosting farmers, schools, and community groups for training in modern farming techniques, crop production, animal husbandry, and sustainable agricultural practices.
Previous Provosts of the College
The College of Agriculture has been led by the following distinguished academics since its establishment. Click on each name to view details.
Summary of Leadership
| Provost | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Prof. F. E. Babatunde | Confirmed as of 2017 |
| Prof. Adetunji Lawrence Kehinde | 2020–2021 |
| Founding Provost | 2007 (information pending) |
