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Soil and Land Management

Soil fertility and nutrient management, soil-water conservation, irrigation, and land resource stewardship.

Staff4 academic staff, 1 contract staff, 2 visiting staff, 2 non-teaching, 1 casual staff
198Students across levels
2021Year established
Dr. Shamsu Ado Zakari
Welcome to the Department of Soil and Land Management. We are committed to soil health, water conservation, and sustainable land use — training professionals who can lead in environmental stewardship and climate-smart farming.
Dr. Shamsu Ado Zakari Head of Department, Soil and Land Management

About the department

The Department of Soil and Land Management was established in 2021 in response to the urgent global call for sustainable land use and soil health solutions. As the world faces increasing challenges in food security, climate change, and environmental degradation, the department is committed to training a new generation of professionals equipped to lead in sustainable agriculture and land resource management. Since its inception, the department has enrolled over 250 students. By 2025, it welcomed 105 new first-year students, reflecting growing interest in soil science, sustainable land use, and environmental conservation.