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Dr. Oluwafemi Abel Agbetuyi

Lecturer I | Examination Officer

Faculty of Agriculture · Department of Animal Production and Health

Specialization Animal Nutrition (monogastric)

Office: Department of Animal Production and Health, Faculty of Agriculture, Federal University Oye Ekiti

Phone: 08062886758/08055519111

Email: oluwafemi.agbetuyi@fuoye.edu.ng

Biography

Dr. Oluwafemi Abel Agbetuyi is an Animal Nutritionist, researcher, and lecturer in the Department of Animal Production and Health, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Nigeria. He is dedicated to advancing sustainable livestock production through innovative nutritional strategies, alternative feed resources, and evidence-based animal feeding practices.

Dr. Oluwafemi Abel Agbetuyi obtained his highest academic qualification from the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State (2023), following his master degree at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (2017), and Bachelor of Agriculture at Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State (2014). He has earlier obtained Higher National Diploma as part of his academic qualifications from the Federal College of Agriculture, Akure, Ondo State in 2007, reflecting a strong educational foundation in agriculture, management, and animal science.

His research drives include sustainable livestock nutrition, evaluation and utilization of agro-industrial by-products, non-conventional feed ingredients, phytogenic feed additives, nutritional modulation of gut health in monogastric animals, oxidative stress mitigation, mycotoxin detoxification, and the application of bioactive plant compounds to enhance animal health, productivity, and product quality. His work also explores climate-smart livestock production systems and sustainable feeding strategies that improve productivity while minimizing environmental impacts.

As a university lecturer, Dr. Oluwafemi Abel Agbetuyi teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in animal nutrition and livestock production, supervises students' research projects, and mentors young scientists. He is committed to equipping future animal scientists with the knowledge and practical skills required to address contemporary challenges in livestock agriculture.

Dr. Oluwafemi Abel Agbetuyi has authored and co-authored scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Driven by a passion for scientific excellence, innovation, and knowledge dissemination, Dr. Agbetuyi continues to pursue research that bridges science and practice, contributing to improved livestock productivity, food security, and sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria and beyond.

Research Interests

Sustainable poultry nutrition, phytogenic substances for enhanced performance, utilization of alternative feed resources, economic development, and feed safety and quality control

Qualifications

Selected Publications

  1. Quality of eggs from improved laying hens raised in humid environment.
    Authors: Akinsola, K. L., Jesuyon, O. M. A., Oyewole, Y. O., Agbetuyi, O. A., Daniel, M. N., Eze, C. and Nwachukwu, D. A.
    Fuoye Journal of Innovation, Science and Technology (2026)
  2. Effects of moringa and garlic addition to broiler’s diet on growth, internal organs, and gut microbes.
    Authors: Agbetuyi, O. A., Ekeocha, A. H. and Aganga, A. A.
    Acta fytotechnica et Zootechnica (2025)
  3. Role of the gut microbiome in nutrient absorption, immune defense and animal health.
    Authors: Agbetuyi, O. A., Asaniyan, E. K., Aganga, A. A., Tella, A., Arilekolasi, T. A. and Akinsola, K. L.
    University of Sindh Journal of Animal Sciences (2025)
  4. Molecular estimation of inbreeding coefficient of reared Nigerian indigenous goats.
    Authors: Tella, A., Dandara, G. B., Agbetuyi, O. A., Osunkeye, O. J. and Oluwadele, J. F.
    Agriculture, Food, Environment and Animal Sciences (2025)
  5. Immunogenomics for disease resistance in farm animals: a review.
    Authors: Tella A., Osunkeye O. J., Dandara G. B. and Agbetuyi O. A.
    EUREKA: Life Sciences (2025)
  6. Moringa oleifera and Allium sativum in broiler nutrition: carcass traits, biochemical characterization, and economic analysis.
    Authors: Agbetuyi O. A., Ekeocha A. H., Aganga A. A. and Oloruntola O. D.
    Discover Food (2024)
  7. Modulation of physico-chemical traits and lipid profile in broiler meat through moringa and garlic supplementation.
    Authors: Agbetuyi O. A., Ekeocha A. H. and Aganga A. A.
    Dysona-Applied Science (2024)
  8. Assessing the impact of moringa and garlic supplementation on egg production and quality in laying hens.
    Authors: Agbetuyi O. A., Ekeocha A. H. and Aganga A. A.
    Dysona-Applied Science (2024)
  9. Nutraceutical value of walnut kernels and bitter kola seeds essential oils: a comparative study of the phytochemical composition, fatty acid composition, and antioxidant activities.
    Authors: Oloruntola O. D., Ayodele S. O., Asaniyan E. K., Agbetuyi O. A., Ayodele A. O. and Fasuhanmi O. S.
    Malaysian Journal of Halal Research (2024)
  10. Organoleptic parameters, tibia bone growth and mineral retention of broiler chicken fed Moringa oleifera and Allium sativum.
    Authors: Agbetuyi O. A., Ekeocha A. H. and Aganga A. A.
    Slovak Journal of Animal Sciences (2023)
  11. The use of Moringa oleifera and Allium sativum, and funding of poultry production in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
    Authors: Agbetuyi O. A., Ekeocha A. H., Aganga A. A. and Apata T. G.
    Journal of Agriculture and Food Environment (2023)
  12. Survey of farmers’ additive awareness of moringa and garlic for chicken production in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
    Authors: Agbetuyi O. A., Ekeocha A. H., Olobatoke R. Y. and Aganga A. A.
    JABU International Journal of Agriculture and Food Science (2022)
  13. Effects on Performance of broiler chickens of feeding Shea butter as a replacement for vegetable oil in their diet.
    Authors: Agbetuyi O. A. and Oloruntola O. D.
    Livestock Research for Rural Development (2020)
  14. Treated Plantain Peels in diet of broiler chickens.
    Authors: Akande T. O. and Agbetuyi O. A.
    Nigeria Journal of Animal Science (2019)

Professional Qualification

Awards

Scholarship

Membership of Professional Bodies

Undergraduate Project Supervision

Course Teaching

Professional Skill

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