Femi Olayanju

Experienced agribusiness and agricultural development professional with strong expertise in sustainable agriculture, agritech innovation, capacity building, and program management. Proven track record of leading multi-location agricultural operations, delivering donor-funded training programs, and implementing climate-smart solutions including hydroponics, greenhouse farming, aquaculture, and rural livelihood development. Adept at working with NGOs, international organizations, private sector partners, and farming communities to drive food security, youth empowerment, and economic growth.

Country manager, Senior Agronomist at BIC Farms Concept Nigeria (2023-01 – Present)

• Provide Strategic Leadership for nationwide agribusiness operations and technical project execution.
• Implement advanced soilless farming and hydroponic systems for efficient crop production.
• Manage greenhouse design, construction, and operations to optimize yield and resource use.
• Develop and supervise aquaculture and aquaponics systems.
• Design and deliver training programs for staff, farmers, and agribusiness clients.
• Support business growth through innovation, training, and adoption of modern agricultural technologies.

Soilless Farm Hub Manager at BIC Farms Concept Nigeria (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Monitoring the delivery systems to ensure plants receive oxygenated nutrient solutions.
• Designing planting schedules to ensure a constant harvest, which is critical for maintaining supply contracts with retailers.
• Working with sales teams to pivot crop production based on seasonal market demand and pricing.
• Sourcing high-quality water-soluble fertilizers, specialized substrates like rockwool or coco peat, and high-germination seeds.

Farm Supervisor at Department of Agronomy, University of Ilorin (2019-01 – 2020-12)

• Supervised undergraduate farm projects and final-year students
• Assisted in soil surveys, crop production, harvesting, and post-harvest handling
• Supported teaching and administrative activities
• Analyzed and interpreted research data using SPSS
• Prepared reports and official correspondence

Agro-allied Bee-Keeping Specialist at Community Development Service, Ilorin Kwara State (2018-01 – 2019-12)

• Established and managed bee farms for rural communities
• Conducted sensitization programs on modern farming and beekeeping
• Supervised honey harvesting, processing, and packaging

M. Sc Agroecology (Agribusiness and sustainable development) - In view

B.Agric (Hons) in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development – Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2012-01 – 2018-12)

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) – University of Ilorin, Kwara State (2018-01 – 2019-12)