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Federal College of Agriculture (FCA),
Ishiagu
Location
PMB 7008, Ishiagu, Ivo L.G.A., Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Website
www.fcaishiagu.edu.ngokoronkwo98@gmail.com
Phone
08064086398
OVERVIEW
The Federal College of Agriculture, Ishiagu is a premier agricultural institution that offers both National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programs. The institution stands as a center of excellence for agricultural education and training, focusing on developing skilled agricultural technologists and promoting sustainable agricultural practices in Nigeria.
Our Vision
To be an internationally recognized centre of excellence for training, research, scientific innovations and development of highly skilled, self-reliant and competitive agricultural technologists for sustainable agriculture and human development to meet national and global challenges
Our Mission
To provide world-class academic environment through quality teaching, research, and extension education/services, while pursuing leadership in agricultural knowledge, capacity building, and innovative outreach for increased agricultural productivity, food security, and sustainable natural resource management.
Our Mandate
The college is mandated to develop and organize high-quality practical-oriented training with dynamic curricula to produce self-reliant skilled technologists at National Diploma and Higher National Diploma levels.
Core Values
Excellence, Innovation, Self-reliance, and Sustainable Development
Facilities and Infrastructure
Computer-Based Testing (CBT) Centre
Modern Farm Houses
Water Treatment Plant
Solar Power Installation
Student Hostels
Recreational Facilities
Asphalted Access Roads
Key Objectives
Provide quality agricultural education and training
Develop practical skills in agricultural technology
Promote research and scientific innovation
Foster sustainable agricultural practices
Support community development through extension services
Academic Structure
School of Agricultural Technology
Higher National Diploma (HND) Programs:
Animal Health and Production
Animal Production
Crop Production
Fisheries
Horticulture and Landscape
National Diploma (ND) Programs:
Agricultural Technology
Animal Health and Production
Fisheries
Forestry
Horticulture
Soil Science
School of Applied Agriculture and Management Technology
Higher National Diploma (HND) Programs:
Agribusiness
Agricultural Extension
Cooperative Economics
Home Economics
Pest Management
National Diploma (ND) Programs:
Accountancy
Business Administration
Cooperative Economics
Food Technology
Home Economics
Hydrology
Marketing
Public Administration
Wildlife Management
School of Engineering Technology
Higher National Diploma (HND) Programs:
Agricultural Engineering (Farm Power and Post Harvest Options)
Industrial Safety
National Diploma (ND) Programs:
Agricultural Engineering
Computer Engineering
Welding and Fabrication
School of Engineering Technology
Higher National Diploma (HND) Programs:
Computer Science
National Diploma (ND) Programs:
Computer Science
Environmental Management
Science Laboratory Technology
Statistics
Historical Background
Established in 1955 at Umudike as the School of Agriculture, the institution has evolved through several transformations:
1964: Amalgamated with Agricultural Research and Training Station
1972: Gained federal status
1989: Received NBTE accreditation
1993: Relocated to Ishiagu
1995: Established at current permanent site
Recent Achievements
Upgrade to HND-awarding institution
Training of over 10,000 agricultural technologists
Development of over 3,000 agricultural extension workers
Infrastructure expansion and modernization
Installation of water treatment and solar power systems
Construction of CBT centre through PPP
Impact Metrics
Trained thousands of agricultural technologists
Enhanced agricultural extension services
Improved infrastructure development
Increased institutional capacity
Advanced agricultural education and training
The Federal College of Agriculture, Ishiagu continues to play a vital role in Nigeria's agricultural education sector, contributing to national food security and agricultural development through quality education and training.
Leadership
Provost/CEO: Dr. Michael Okey Okoronkwo, PhD
Deputy Provost: Dr. J.U. Nwawuisi
Registrar: Mr. Okpara Awoke C.
College Librarian: Mrs. S.N. Anozie
Bursar: Mrs. Eze, Comfort I.
Location
PMB 7008, Ishiagu, Ivo L.G.A., Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Website
www.fcaishiagu.edu.ngokoronkwo98@gmail.com
Phone
08064086398