Ope F.

Master of Agricultural Production Chain Management (Specialization: Horticultural Chain)
Nuffic Scholarship—Orange Knowledge Programme
Master Thesis: Improving communication and coordination through ICT within the Avocado cooperatives in Meru County, Kenya. Explored the application of technology and digital solutions to improve agribusiness operations and financial partnerships.

Bachelor of Agriculture (Major: Agricultural Economics)
First Class Honors (4.63/5.0)
Bachelor Thesis: Effects of Microfinance on Agricultural Production Efficiency in Oyo State, Nigeria
Comparison of credit beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries; estimation and comparison of both group's technical efficiency; examination of the factors that influence farmers’ access to credit; identification of the challenges farmers face in accessing credit.
Concluded on the effect of credit access/lack of on agricultural production efficiency.

1. Applied technical agricultural knowledge to assess and optimize production within the unit for the market.
2. Participated in market research and feasibility studies to identify consumer requirements.
3. Utilized data management system to track and analyze production metrics and inform executive decision-making.
4. Prepared reports and analyses on operational performance, sustainability metrics, and market trends.
5. Handled and processed unit production and transaction records.
6. Ensured unit adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies to maintain compliance standards.
7. Utilized sustainability measures, particularly its implications for agrifood, including best practices and innovative approaches.

1. Engaged in collaborative research focused on the adoption of stress-tolerant maize varieties amongst farmers in the southwest, central, and northern states in Nigeria, assessing the risk types and possible mitigation strategies alongside a postgraduate team lead and undergraduate colleagues and actively contributing to sustainable agricultural solutions.
2. Provided technical guidance alongside the team on the significance of quality varieties to crop production and value chain development.
3. Utilized analytical software, including Excel, SPSS, and STATA, to assess the impact of agricultural practices on sustainability metrics and interpret datasets, identifying trends, thereby supporting sustainable agricultural development.
4. Prepared data-driven insights and presented research findings to the academic team of the Department of Agricultural Economics.

1. Developed a comprehensive understanding of the agricultural systems, crop production and animal husbandry management practices, sustainable farming practices, and their economic implications.
2. Analyzing market trends of staple food crops, identifying opportunities, and assessing risks in the sub-sector.
3. Evaluated the financial performance of an agribusiness case, assessed creditworthiness, and developed suitable financial models.
4. Evaluated the financial and economic implications of sustainability livestock feed production, focusing on efficient and low-cost feed ingredients.
5. Participated in a two-week community outreach program educating local farmers in the Afon Community of Kwara State on sustainable agricultural practices.
6. Prepared internship report and reflection paper.