Africa University::Agriculture

INTRODUCTION
Africa University’s Bachelor of Science degree (B.Sc.) in Agriculture and Natural Resources is a unique blend of theory, practical training and exposure to continental issues. The FANR programme prepares young women and men for careers and contributions in agricultural production, processing, marketing, policy, management, teaching, development and service.

MISSION STATEMENT
The Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources of the Africa University seeks to promote a holistic approach to life and recognize the sacredness of our environment. It intends to achieve this by establishing a dynamic community of learning committed to teaching, research and extension that addresses the challenges of food production to meet the nutrition requirements in Africa, encourage income generation to improve the quality of life of current and future generations through improved agricultural practices and the sustainable management of natural resources.

GOALS

Preparing men and women for careers and contributions in agricultural production, processing, marketing, policy, management, teaching, research, development and service.
Bring its expertise to bear on rural and urban development through teaching, research, extension and outreach.
Creating an understanding of a holistic, integrated systems approach to agriculture and related resource management.
Complementing and supplementing learning opportunities of students and faculty in universities, colleges and other training institutions.
Addressing issues of equity and poverty reduction through actions, which affirm the importance of small-scale farmers and other disadvantaged groups, recognizing gender.
·Graduating students who have an appropriate balance between theory and practical application of knowledge and entrepreneurial skills.
Developing a training process which will produce moral and ethical graduates who possess a willingness to respond to the needs and welfare of people.

Contact Us:
Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Africa University,
Off Nyanga Road, Fairview Road, P. O Box 1320 Old Mutare, Mutare, Zimbabwe
Tel No: +263 - 2060026/60075 | Fax No: +263 - 2061785
Email: deanfanr@africau.ac.zw