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Ghana Boosts Climate-Smart Agriculture Capacity Through National Training on Super Pollutants

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  Key participants were scientists, researchers and policy stakeholders from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Akenten Appiah Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Ministry of Food and Agriculture Crops Directorate, and the Animal Production Division of MOFA. Ghana Boosts Climate-Smart Agriculture Capacity Through National Training on Super Pollutants Share this article: 📲 WhatsApp | 📘 Facebook | 🐦 Twitter | 💼 LinkedIn | ✉️ Email Fumesua, Ashanti Region — July 2025 In a decisive step toward climate-resilient agriculture, the Agroecology and Circular Economy for Ecosystem Services (ACE4ES) Consortium, in partnership with the Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice – CGIAR), has successfully held a national training workshop focused on the measurement of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) and agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The ...

AgroNova 2025: A Call to Innovate, Inspire, and Invest in the Future of Agriculture

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AgroNova 2025: A Call to Innovate, Inspire, and Invest in the Future of Agriculture 📍 Venue: New Lecture Block (NLB), AAMUSTED, Mampong 📅 Date: Thursday, 21st August 2025 🎓 Organized by: Faculty of Agriculture Education, AAMUSTED – Mampong Campus The Faculty of Agriculture Education at Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Mampong Campus, is proud to present AgroNova 2025 —a dynamic Agricultural Innovation Symposium and Exhibition. With the theme “Innovation, Sustainability & Technology in Agriculture,” this exciting event will highlight the talents of students across four departments: Crop and Soil Sciences Education Animal Science Education Agricultural Economics and Extension Education Agricultural Mechanization and Engineering Education 🎯 What to Expect at AgroNova 2025 AgroNova isn’t just a student fair—it’s a platform that connects education, innovation, and the agribusiness industry...

Introduction to Agronomy: Principles, Practices, and Importance in Modern Agriculture

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  By Emmanuel Appiah Ph.D. Candidate in Crop Science (Agronomy/Crop Physiology), AAMUSTED, Ghana Published on AgronomyHub | Category: Agronomy Basics, Sustainable Agriculture  What Is Agronomy? Agronomy is a branch of agricultural science that focuses on the principles and practices that improve the growth and productivity of field crops. It blends elements of plant science, soil science, ecology , and agricultural engineering to develop sustainable farming systems. The core objective of agronomy is to enhance crop production while ensuring that resources such as soil, water, and nutrients are used efficiently and responsibly.  Why Agronomy Matters Today As the global population continues to rise, so does the demand for food, feed, fiber, and fuel. At the same time, agriculture faces serious challenges like: Climate change Soil degradation Declining biodiversity Limited water availability Agronomy offers practical solutions to these challe...

Welcome to AgronomyHub – Advancing Sustainable Crop Production

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Welcome to AgronomyHub – Advancing Sustainable Crop Production Welcome! You’ve just arrived at Agronomy Hub , a dedicated platform for sharing insights, research, and innovations in the field of agronomy and sustainable agriculture. Our goal is to empower farmers, researchers, students, and policymakers with practical knowledge rooted in science and experience. About the Founder Emmanuel Appiah is the mind behind AgronomyHub. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Crop Science (Agronomy/Crop Physiology) at the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) in Ghana. He holds an M.Phil. in Crop Science from AAMUSTED, Mampong, and a BSc. in Agricultural Science Education from the University of Education, Winneba. His areas of expertise include: Climate-Resilient Agriculture Integrated Nutrient Management Sustainable Crop Production Cropping Systems and Soil Fertility With a strong background in field research, dat...