We are excited to announce the First India-Nigeria Small-Holding Rice Farming OEM Summit, a landmark event aimed at modernizing and mechanizing agriculture in Nigeria. This summit is a collaborative effort between Integral University, the PAT Foundation, and leading Rice Farming Equipment OEMs of India.
About PAT Foundation:
The PAT Foundation is a renowned Nigerian non-profit organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and agricultural development in Nigeria. Together with Integral University, the foundation aims to enhance productivity and sustainability in Nigerian agriculture.
Summit Highlights:
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Bringing together experts, investors, and stakeholders to discuss and implement strategies for boosting rice farming productivity in Nigeria.
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Special guest: Prince Engr. Dr. Arthur Eze, Chairman of Atlas Oranto Petroleum, Nigeria.
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Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony honoring Prince Engr. Dr. Arthur Eze, with the naming of our Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences after him. He will be the first African person to receive such an honor from an NAAC A+ accredited University in India.
Key Initiatives:
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International Training Center on Rice Food Production:
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Focused on developing small-holding farmers and enhancing rice production in Nigeria.
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Establishment of modern R&D facilities on Seedling and Irrigation Farming Systems, training-the-trainers facilities for assembling solar photovoltaic plants, smart farming, and more.
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International Training Center on Nutrition Security and Economy (Cow Farming and Meat Processing):
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Aimed at developing Nigeria’s cattle meat processing facilities and supporting local cattle farmers.
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Includes training-the-trainers and assembling OEM parts.
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Establishment of a Branch of Integral University in Nigeria:
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Providing quality education, healthcare, and training in various fields of study.
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Bringing education and training directly to the people of Nigeria.
Date: August 27-31, 2024
Location: Lucknow, India
Organizers: Integral University, India, in collaboration with PAT Foundation, Nigeria, and Rice Farming Equipment OEMs of India