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INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH & TRAINING, IBADAN

Is a national University based and multi-commodity and multi-disciplinary Research Institute established by the Nigerian Parliamentarian Act and located in Ibadan, SouthWest Nigeria

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Our Environment

We operate in a serene environment that is made conducive for multi-disciplinary research and training.

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OUR LAND AND WATER NATIONAL MANDATE

We conduct research into efficient use and management of soil and water resources for increased and sustainable agricultural productivity.

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KENAF AND JUTE NATIONAL MANDATE

We conduct research into genetic improvement of kenaf and jute

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MAIZE NATIONAL MANDATE

We conduct national research into genetic improvement of maize

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FARMING SYSTEM RESEARCH AND EXTENSION

We carry out Southwest Farming Systems Research and Extension in various agro-ecologies.

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LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT

We conduct research into trypanotolerant livestock for Southwest Nigeria agro-ecologies

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OUR GRAIN LEGUMES RESEARCH

We conduct research into grain legumes across the Southwest agro-ecologies in Nigeria.

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OUR PRODUCT PROCESSING, PRESERVATION AND UTILIZATION RESEARCH

We develop improved processing and utilization technology for crops and livestock

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OUR LABORATORY FACILITIES

We have laboratories that are equipped with state of the art facilities for effective research

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OUR RESEARCH PERSONNEL

We have dedicated research and laboratory staff

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WE IMPROVE FOOD SECURITY

We are prepared for effective service delivery to improve food security for the teeming populace of our great nation.

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ABOUT I.A.R.&T.

We Develop Technology to Solve Farmers Problems by our:

Land & Water Resources Management Research

We develop technologies for efficient use of our land and water resources for sustainable agricultural production.

Kenaf & Jute, Maize and Grain Legumes Genetic Improvement Research

We explore bio-resources and genetic diversities to develop kenaf, maize, cowpea, soybean and other legume crop varieties that are high yielding, disease resistant and tolerant to abiotic stress for improved productivity.

Farming System Research & Extension

We develop and disseminate farming system practices that are economically viable and socio-culturally adaptable for improved livelihood.

Livestock Research

We develop livestock species that are adapted to southern agro-ecologies.

Agricultural Value Addition Research

We develop cutting edge technologies to improve processing, storage and utilization qualities of farm produce for food and nutrition security, job creation and poverty alleviation.

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OUR RESEARCH PROGRAMMES AND UNITS

We are grouped into Research Programmes, Research Units and Service Units

L&WRMP
K&JIP
SWFSR&EP
MIP
GLIP
TLIP
AVAP
ITU

IAR&T Recent Projects

More Than 100+ Works Successfully

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FACTS ABOUT IAR&T

We use multi-disciplinary approach for our research activities

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Research Scientists

506

Senior Non-Academic Staff

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IAR&T Mission

We are foremost Agricultural Research Institute in Nigeria

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I.A.R.&T. Upcoming Events

Recent and Nearest Future Activities

I.A.R.&T. 50th Anniversary
AGBE ASEJERE ON 5 RADIO FM STATIONS FM Stations Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Agbe Asejere on 5 radio FM stations Topic: Essentials of Farm Record
African Conference on Precision Agriculture
IAR&T STAFF SCHOOL CULTURAL DAY 2025 IAR&T Staff School Premises June 4, 2025
The Staff School of the Institute of Agricultural Research & Training, Obafemi
OAU Crop Science Students Visit IAR&T on Excursion IAR&T Premises 24 June, 2025
The Students of the Crop Science and Protection Department of Obafemi Awolowo
2020 REFILS
COURTESY VISIT OF FORMER COMMISSIONER FOR AGRICULTURE, OGUN STATE AND DVC, FUNAAB
The Executive Director of IAR&T, Prof. G.A Oluwatosin, on behalf of the

I.A.R.&T. TECHNOLOGIES GENERATED

OUR RESEARCH BREAKTHROUGHS

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I.A.R.&T. Management Team

I.A.R.&T. MANAGEMENT

Director
Prof. J. A. Adetumbi

Deputy Director

Deputy Director
Mr. M.O. Fadipe

Deputy Bursar

Deputy Registrar
Mr. A.A. Popoola

Deputy Registrar/Secretary to the Institute

Deputy Bursar
Prof. G. A. Oluwatosin

Executive Director

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I.A.R.&T. Testimonials

What Stakeholders say about us

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo testimony about IAR&T during our 50th Anniversary celebration.

Yemi Akinbamijo Executive Director FARA
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo

Former Nigerian President

Prof. Garba Sharubutu, Executive Secretary, ARCN testimony about IAR&T during our 50th Anniversary celebration

Nteranya E. Sanginga Director General, I.I.T.A. Ibadan.
Prof. Garba Sharubutu

Executive Secretary, ARCN

International Institute for Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Director General testimony about IAR&T during our 50th Anniversary

Garba Sharubutu Executive Secretary ARCN
Dr. Nteranya Sanginga

Director General IITA

Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) Executive Director testimony to I.A.R.&T. during our 50th Anniversary

Dr. Yemi Akinbamijo

Executive Director FARA

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I.A.R.&T. Blog News

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