Student Farm Practical Training at Landmark University

Student Farm Practical Training at Landmark University

Food insecurity among students is a significant concern that can impact academic performance and overall well-being. Landmark University actively promotes agricultural education and involvement through several programs:

Agricultural Development Course (ADC): This course equips students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to agriculture. The program encourages students to consider agriculture as a viable career option by fostering an understanding of agricultural practices. Also, Farm Practical Training (FPT) where the students engage in hands-on training in various agricultural ventures. This practical exposure allows students to apply what they learn in the ADC, further enhancing their skills and knowledge. Students are allocated farmland for crop and animal production. This initiative encourages students to actively participate in agricultural activities, enabling them to grow their own food and gain practical experience. 

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Plate1: Student cleaning plastic fish tank in preparation for fish production
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Plate2: Output from students fish farming engagement 
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Plate2: Student preparing nursery bed for planting
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Plate3: Students obtaining Pumpkin seed in preparation for planting 

Landmark University provides students with a platform to sell their agricultural produce to the university community. This not only offers students an avenue for income generation but also increases the availability of fresh produce on campus.

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Plate4: Students actively engaged in the repair of  rural agricultural community road  

The SWEP initiative contributes to alleviating food insecurity in several important ways by fixing roads, the program enhances the logistics of transporting agricultural products, which is vital for minimizing post-harvest losses. This ensures that students and local farmers can sell their produce while it is still fresh. It also improved access to markets allows student farmers to generate income from their agricultural activities. This income can help address their own food needs and contribute to their financial stability.

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Plate 5: Students actively engaged in the repair of  rural agricultural community road  
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Plate 6: Students actively engaged in the repair of  rural agricultural community road  

 The infrastructure improvements benefit not only the students but also the broader community, enhancing overall food access and availability.

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