Imagine growing food without soil—just air, nutrients, and innovation! Well, Nigerian farmer and scientist Samson Ogbole is making that dream a reality through aeroponics, a groundbreaking farming technique that allows crops to grow midair without touching the ground. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Farming Without Soil? Here’s How It Works!
In a country where arable land is scarce, aeroponics is changing the game. By eliminating soil, this futuristic method helps farmers:
✅ Grow crops year-round, no matter the season 🌦️
✅ Avoid soil-borne diseases that damage crops 🚫🌿
✅ Produce higher yields in less space 📈
✅ Bring fresh food closer to city dwellers 🏙️
With over 200 million people to feed, Nigeria faces a major food security challenge. According to the U.S. International Trade Administration, the country cultivates only 30 million hectares of farmland annually—far below the 78.5 million hectares needed to meet demand.
That’s where Samson Ogbole’s soilless farming revolution comes in! 🌱🔥
From Biochemist to Farming Innovator
Ogbole’s journey into aeroponics began in 2014, and by 2016, he had fully embraced it as a sustainable, scalable alternative to traditional farming.
His expertise is backed by a Biochemistry degree from Igbinedion University, Okada, where he graduated top of his class! He’s also earned advanced certifications from:
🎓 University of Ibadan
🎓 University of Manchester
🎓 Lund University
🎓 University of Western Australia
With a strong background in biotechnology, agribusiness, and sustainable agriculture, Ogbole is proving that the future of farming doesn’t have to be rooted in the ground! 🚀
Empowering Young Farmers for a Better Future
Beyond his innovative farming methods, Samson Ogbole is on a mission to train the next generation of agricultural pioneers.
As the Team Lead at Eupepsia Place Limited (Soilless Farm Lab), he trains 1,000 young people every quarter, offering free accommodation and stipends to encourage participation.
Before launching his initiative, he worked as a Research Supervisor at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, and contributed to the Yam Improvement for Income and Food Security in West Africa (YIIFSWA) project.
Why This Matters
With climate change, urbanization, and food shortages becoming bigger threats every day, solutions like aeroponics could redefine how we produce food—not just in Nigeria, but across the world! 🌍
What do you think about farming without soil? Could this be the future of agriculture? Let’s discuss in the comments! 👇🔥
