Institutional Mandate
The Centre for Agricultural Research and Extension Services (CARES) was established under the visionary leadership of Federal University Dutse (FUD), Jigawa State, Nigeria. Positioned in the agricultural heartland of the Sudan and Sahel savanna agro-ecological belts, CARES serves as the university's premier translational research hub.
Our core mandate encompasses conducting cutting-edge applied agricultural research, developing climate-resilient farming techniques, conducting high-yield seed and livestock evaluations, and disseminating practical knowledge directly to farmers through modernized agricultural extension systems.
Our Vision
To become a leading centre of excellence in agricultural research, smart agro-technologies, and participatory rural extension in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Our Mission
To generate innovative, climate-smart agricultural technologies and deploy effective extension methodologies that enhance farm productivity, alleviate poverty, and guarantee household food security.
Extension & Community Services
CARES works in close collaboration with the Jigawa State Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (JARDA), Agricultural Development Programmes (ADPs), federal research institutes, and grassroots cooperative societies. Key outreach areas include:
Farmer Field Schools
Hands-on demonstration trials educating smallholders on improved agronomy, integrated pest management, and post-harvest storage.
Digital & Mobile Extension
Utilizing mobile phone alerts, community radio broadcasts, and WhatsApp advisory networks for real-time market and weather info.
Soil Health Diagnostic Labs
Providing affordable soil testing, soil pH profiling, and site-specific fertilizer recommendations to commercial and subsistence farmers.
Women in Agriculture
Dedicated programs targeting female farmers and processors in cassava, groundnut oil extraction, and small ruminant husbandry.
Scholarly Publication: JOSAE
To disseminate our scientific discoveries and provide a reputable publishing platform for national and international researchers, CARES publishes the bi-annual peer-reviewed journal JOSAE.
Centre Management
Federal University Dutse-
Institutional Anchor:
Federal University Dutse, Jigawa State -
Key Research Centers:
Soil Health Lab • Agritech Demo Farm • Livestock Nutrition Unit -
Official Journal:
JOSAE (ISSN: 1597-1686)
Partner With Us
CARES actively welcomes collaborative research, extension sponsorships, and NGO partnerships.
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