Christopher Aboyeji | Crop physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christopher Aboyeji | Crop physiology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christopher Aboyeji is an accomplished academic and researcher in Agronomy with a Ph.D. from the University of Ilorin (2014), an M.Sc. and PGDE from Ahmadu Bello University, an MBA from LAUTECH, and a B.Agric. from University of Ilorin. He has been a faculty member at Landmark University since 2014, actively contributing to teaching, research, and academic leadership. His expertise spans crop physiology, weed science, agripreneurship, and climate-smart agriculture. Dr. Aboyeji has coordinated and served on multiple university committees, including research and publication, agripreneurship, and land utilization. He has received prestigious recognitions such as the 2024 TETFUND/NRF grant for promoting farmer-led innovations and the 2022 Elsevier awards for SDG 2 – Zero Hunger. Ranked among Scopus’s top 500 Nigerian authors in 2021 and 2022, he has taught a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, making impactful contributions to agricultural education and sustainable development in Nigeria.

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πŸŽ“ Educational Background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christopher Aboyeji possesses a rich and diverse academic background that underpins his expertise in agronomy and education. He earned his Ph.D. in 2014 from the University of Ilorin, Ilorin, where he also obtained his Bachelor of Agriculture (B.Agric.) in 1997. He pursued further specialization with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Agronomy from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in 2008, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from the same institution in 2007. Expanding his professional scope, he obtained an MBA from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, in 2002. His early exposure to digital skills began with a Professional Certificate in Computer Packages from Iya Abubakar Computer Center, ABU Zaria, in 2000. This broad and interdisciplinary educational foundation has enabled Dr. Aboyeji to effectively bridge agricultural sciences, educational development, and technological applications throughout his academic and professional career.

πŸ“˜ Teaching Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christopher Aboyeji has been a dedicated faculty member at Landmark University, Omu-Aran, where he has significantly contributed to teaching, research, and academic development. With over a decade of continuous service, he has played a pivotal role in mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students in agronomy and related disciplines. His expertise spans a wide range of subjects including crop physiology, weed science, and agripreneurship. Dr. Aboyeji’s commitment to excellence in teaching is reflected in his active involvement in curriculum delivery, research supervision, and student-centered academic initiatives.

🌱 Research Focus

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christopher Aboyeji’s research primarily focuses on sustainable crop production, soil fertility management, and organic and integrated nutrient practices in tropical agriculture. His studies explore the use of organic manures, biochar, green manures, and inorganic fertilizers to enhance soil chemical properties, crop yield, and nutritional quality, particularly in crops like okra, radish, ginger, groundnut, and tomato. He investigates the synergistic effects of soil amendments on plant growth, mineral uptake, and heavy metal accumulation. His work contributes significantly to agroecology and climate-smart agriculture by promoting environmentally friendly and farmer-led innovations. With high-impact publications in peer-reviewed journals such as Scientific Reports and Scientia Horticulturae, Dr. Aboyeji addresses critical global challenges related to food security, soil degradation, and sustainable nutrient management. His research outcomes are directly aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2 – Zero Hunger), demonstrating his commitment to advancing agricultural sustainability in sub-Saharan Africa and beyond.

Publication Top Notes

πŸ“˜ Different organic manure sources and NPK fertilizer on okra – Cited by 316 (2020) πŸ“ˆπŸ₯¬
πŸ“˜ Effects of biochar and poultry manure on radish yield – Cited by 240 (2019) πŸŒ±πŸ”
πŸ“˜ Green manures and NPK fertilizer on okra quality – Cited by 180 (2019) πŸ₯—πŸ€
πŸ“˜ Biochar, poultry manure & NPK on ginger – Cited by 76 (2020) 🌿🫚
πŸ“˜ Biochar & poultry manure effects on radish – Cited by 57 (2019) 🌾πŸ₯•
πŸ“˜ Mulch materials impact on okra and soil – Cited by 56 (2017) πŸ‚πŸ§ͺ
πŸ“˜ Zinc & Boron foliar fertilizer on groundnut – Cited by 50 (2019) πŸ₯œβš—️
πŸ“˜ P and Zn fertilizers on groundnut performance – Cited by 49 (2020) πŸ§ͺ🌻
πŸ“˜ Organic/inorganic fertilizers on tomato & cucumber – Cited by 46 (2022) πŸ…πŸ₯’
πŸ“˜ Urea and maize cob ash on okra – Cited by 44 (2018) 🌽πŸ₯¬
πŸ“˜ Green biomass on radish yield and vitamin C – Cited by 39 (2019) πŸ‹πŸ₯—
πŸ“˜ Poultry manure on green amaranth nutrition – Cited by 29 (2019) πŸ₯¬πŸ§¬
πŸ“˜ Zn-fertilizer, green biomass & poultry manure on okra – Cited by 24 (2021) πŸ§ͺπŸ€

Adewale Adeoti | Crop Entomology Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Adewale Adeoti | Crop Entomology Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Adewale Adeoti, Africa Rice Center,Nigeria

Dr. Adewale Opeyemi Adeoti, a Nigerian entomologist born on February 19, 1987, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, holds a Ph.D. in Entomology from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. Currently serving as a Research Associate at the Africa Rice Centre in Ibadan, he specializes in integrated pest management, with a focus on controlling insect pests affecting crops like rice and cucumber. With a passion for research and extensive experience in academia and agricultural institutions, Dr. Adeoti contributes significantly to sustainable agriculture 🌱. He enjoys football and networking in his spare time.

 

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Education and Academic Achievements πŸ“š

Adeoti’s educational journey began at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, where he earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Crop Protection before obtaining his Ph.D. in Entomology. His academic pursuits are supplemented by additional certifications, including one in Data Processing and completion of the National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) program.

Professional Experience πŸ’Ό

With roles ranging from Assistant Lecturer at Federal College of Agriculture to his current position as a Research Associate at AfricaRice, Adeoti has honed his skills in research supervision, project management, and scientific writing. His expertise extends to data analysis using analytical tools like R-statistics and SAS, reflecting his proficiency in applying both traditional and modern research methodologies.

Research Focus

Dr. Adeoti’s research focuses on optimizing crop protection and yield in cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) cultivation πŸ₯’. Specifically, he investigates the impact of agricultural inputs such as poultry manure and NPK fertilizer on managing insect pests in cucumber fields. Additionally, he explores the efficacy of biological control agents like Metarhizium anisopliae and Beauveria bassiana against the African Rice Gall Midge (AfRGM), Orseolia oryzivora. Furthermore, his work delves into trap crop strategies using grain amaranth to control pests like Aulacophora foveicollis and Epilachna chrysomelina, enhancing sustainable pest management practices in agriculture. Dr. Adeoti’s multidisciplinary approach contributes to the advancement of integrated pest management techniques 🌱.

Publication Top NotesΒ 

Optimising crop protection and yield: The impact of poultry manure and NPK fertiliser on cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) insect pest management

Efficacy of metarhizium anisopliae and beauveria bassiana as biological control agents of African Rice Gall Midge (AfRGM), Orseolia oryzivora Harris & GagnΓ©

Influence of time of introduction and proportion on the efficacy of grain amaranth trap crop against Aulacophora foveicollis and Epilachna chrysomelina on cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)