Kehinde Adewole Adeboye
Senior Lecturer and Head of Department (Agricultural Technology)
Ado-Ekiti,Ekiti
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Lecturer and Head of Department (Agricultural Technology)
Ekiti State Polytechnic
Isan, Ekiti
09.2020 - Current
- Field Trials: Designed and executed multi-location experiments on crop performance and resilience across diverse agro-climatic zones
- Data Analysis: Integrated traditional agronomic methods with UAV multispectral imaging and advanced statistical/machine learning models
- Knowledge Transfer: Developed outreach programs, prepared technical reports, and coordinated cross-institutional projects with private companies and international research centres
- Dissemination: Authored multiple peer-reviewed papers and presented at international conferences
Volunteer
Oyo State Agric. Dev. Prog. (OYSADEP)
Ibadan
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Supervised and managed various farm activities.
- Federal Government of Nigeria's Social Programme
Visiting Scientist
Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK)
OT Gatersleben
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed lab, screenhouse, and field experiments on crop traits, including seed viability and stress adaptation
- Conducted genetic diversity studies using QTL and GWAS; established collaborative research networks
Senior Seed Technician (Manager)
Crown Flour Mills Ltd. (Olam International)
Kaduna
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Implemented best agronomic practices (rotation, tillage, irrigation, pest/disease control) over >1000 ha
- Coordinated varietal testing and on-farm trials; engaged directly with local seed companies and farmers
Research Fellow
Africa Rice Centre, c/o International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Ibadan
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Developed climate-adaptable rice varieties via comprehensive field, screenhouse, and lab experiments under drought and nutrient-deficient conditions
- Managed data using R and SAS; led international collaborative research and conference presentations
- Facilitated for the FGN/IFAD-VCDP-sponsored Capacity Strengthening for Youth Entrepreneurs on Rice Seed Production Phase 3 and 4.
Advisory and Input Consultant
Osun State FADAMA III AF Project
Iwo
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Supervised and trained over 120 rice farmers on sustainable agricultural practices and data-driven production management.
Facilitator
Chartered Institute of Customer Relationship Management (CICRM)
Abeokuta
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Formulated systems and structures for excellent centre operations.
- Increased the centre students' recruitment by providing adequate programme information and advice.
- Facilitated training course on Business Development.
Teaching Assistant (Demonstrator)
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Abeokuta, Ogun
02.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted the department in research plot allocation, field assessment and laboratory practical sessions.
Research Fellow/Intern
National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology (NACGRAB)
Ibadan, Oyo
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Received training on DNA extraction, loading of gel, running of PCR, and analysis at the National Center for Genetic Resources and Agricultural Biotechnology (NACGRAB), Nigeria.
National Youth Service
Ogun-Osun River Basin Dev.
Abeokuta
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Supervised and managed various farm activities ranging from crop production to animal feed formulation and marketing.
Education
PhD - Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (Plant Breeding and Genetics)
Federal University of Agriculture
01.2020
Master of Agriculture - undefined
Federal University of Agriculture
08.2014
Bachelor of Agriculture - undefined
Federal University of Agriculture
11.2010
West Africa Senior School Certificate (WASSC) - undefined
Iwo School of Science
06.2003
Skills
- Field Trial Design
- Variety Testing Networks
- Data Analysis
- Machine Learning
- Mixed-effects models
- Random Forests
- UAV-based remote sensing
- Knowledge Transfer
- Technical report writing
- Industry outreach
- Project Leadership
- Interdisciplinary project management
- Multi-partner project management
Affiliations
- Nigerian Young Academy (NYA)
- International Society for Seed Science (ISSS)
- Association of Seed Scientists of Nigeria (ASSN)
- European Association for Research on Plant Breeding (EUCARPIA)
- DAAD Alumni Association
Related Projects And Collaborations
- Drone & AI-Driven Precision Agriculture: to leverage UAV and AI data analytics in sustainable farming practices.
- Doubled Haploid Maize Lines: Developing lines for improved yield and armyworm tolerance.
- Soybean Seed Viability Prediction: Using multispectral imaging and ML.
- Genetic Diversity Assessment: Completed project on Nigerian maize for enhanced food and nutritional security.
- Delayed Luminescence for Seed Viability.
Awards And Scholarships
- 33m Naira National Research Fund (NRF), Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), 2023
- Institution-Based Research (IBR) Grants, Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), 2022
- DAAD Research Grants - Short-Term Grants, 2019
- "100 Fellowship Award Programme" for InterDrought-V Conference, Hyderabad, India, 2017
- Graduate Research Fellowship, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Nigeria, 2016
- PhD Scholarship, Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, 2014
Administrative Experience
- Head, Students' Affairs, Ekiti State Polytechnic, 2021-01-01 to 2025-12-01
- Member, Academic Board, 2022-01-01, present
- Member, Polytechnic Management Committee, 2022-01-01, present
- Chairman, Subcommittee for Polytechnic Strategic Planning on Students Experience and Welfare, 2025
- Coordinator, Students' Industrial Work Experience Scheme, Ekiti State Polytechnic, Isan, 2021-01-01, 2024-01-01
- Chairman, Polytechnic Bus Committee, Ekiti State Polytechnic, Isan, 2021-01-01, 2024-01-01
Office Address
Department of Agricultural Technology, Ekiti State Polytechnic, Isan, Ekiti, Nigeria, 371106
References
- Professor Isaac O. Daniel, Excel Agrology, Winnipeg, Canada, profdayodaniel@gmail.com
- Dr. Tolulope O. Kehinde, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, kehindeto@funaab.edu.ng
- Asst. Prof. Ahmad M. Alqudah, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar, ahqudah@gmail.com
Timeline
Senior Lecturer and Head of Department (Agricultural Technology)
Ekiti State Polytechnic
09.2020 - Current
Visiting Scientist
Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK)
06.2019 - 12.2019
Volunteer
Oyo State Agric. Dev. Prog. (OYSADEP)
08.2018 - 07.2020
Senior Seed Technician (Manager)
Crown Flour Mills Ltd. (Olam International)
05.2018 - 01.2019
Advisory and Input Consultant
Osun State FADAMA III AF Project
07.2017 - 02.2018
Research Fellow
Africa Rice Centre, c/o International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
01.2016 - 05.2018
Facilitator
Chartered Institute of Customer Relationship Management (CICRM)
02.2014 - 01.2016
Research Fellow/Intern
National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology (NACGRAB)
07.2013 - 12.2013
Teaching Assistant (Demonstrator)
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
02.2013 - 01.2014
National Youth Service
Ogun-Osun River Basin Dev.
03.2011 - 02.2012
PhD - Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (Plant Breeding and Genetics)
Federal University of Agriculture
Master of Agriculture - undefined
Federal University of Agriculture
Bachelor of Agriculture - undefined
Federal University of Agriculture
West Africa Senior School Certificate (WASSC) - undefined
Iwo School of Science