Kayode O. W. Shobayo (MSc; PGD; BSc)
Associate Dean, College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resource Management
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Professional Summary
Kayode O. W. Shobayo is an accomplished agricultural educationist, extension specialist, and academic leader with a distinguished career in agricultural development, rural transformation, and natural resource management. He currently serves as the Associate Dean of the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resource Management, where he provides strategic academic leadership, fosters research and innovation, and champions partnerships that bridge the gap between scientific research and practical agricultural solutions.
With an MSc in Agricultural Extension and Innovation Studies, a Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, and a BSc in Agricultural Economics and Farm Management, Dean Shobayo combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of socio-economic factors that shape agricultural systems. His work has focused on empowering farmers, promoting sustainable practices, and integrating modern innovations into rural livelihoods.
Agricultural Extension Systems and Innovation Adoption
Rural Development Planning and Community Engagement
Agricultural Economics and Farm Management Strategies
Forestry and Natural Resource Governance
Climate-Smart Agriculture and Sustainable Land Use
Curriculum Development and Academic Program Leadership
MSc; Agricultural Extension and Innovation Studies – Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2022)
PGD; Agricultural Extension and Rural Development – Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2015)
BSc; Agricultural Economics and Farm Management – Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2010)
Associate Dean, College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resource Management – United Methodist University, (2025 – Present)
Oversees academic programs, research initiatives, and community outreach projects.
Leads institutional collaborations with government, NGOs, and private sector stakeholders.
Research Coordinator, College of Natural and Applied Sciences – United Methodist University, (2023-2024)
Supervised undergraduate and/or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
Agricultural Extension Specialist, Yejide Agro-Allied Industry, (2015 – 2023)
Designed and implemented farmer training and capacity-building programs.
Adoption and diffusion of agricultural innovations
Socio-economic analysis of agricultural value chains
Forestry conservation and sustainable resource utilization
Role of extension services in climate adaptation