Amos Muigai of the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) is this year’s winner of the Bayer East Africa’s Safe Use Ambassador program (SUA) award.
The School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (SOAES) student studying horticulture and food security will have the opportunity to attend a fully sponsored educational trip to the headquarters of Bayer Crop Science in Monheim, Germany from November 18 to 24.
During this trip, he will have the opportunity to interact with scientists and experts as well as winners from other countries.
His dedication to ensuring the well-being of farming communities and advocating for proper crop protection earned him this prestigious honor.
This trip will provide detailed insights into Bayer’s operations and safety culture for young, ambitious students.
In addition to visiting the Crop Science headquarters in Monheim, Amos will also tour the Bayer AG headquarters in Leverkusen, a ‘Bayer Forward Farm’ in Rommerskirchen (Damianshof), and the city of Cologne.
The award ceremony was held at the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and was attended by Joern Kraegeloh, Bayer East Africa Managing Director, Nimrod Lucky, Agronomy Advisory and Stewardship Specialist for Smallholders, University Ag. Vice Chancellor Prof. Robert Kinyua, and various other deans.
“We are thrilled to honor Amos Muigai with the Safe Use Ambassador Award. His dedication to promoting safe agricultural practices aligns perfectly with Bayer’s commitment to sustainability and the well-being of farmers.
Amos’s work is a testament to the positive impact that education and awareness can have on farming communities.
Bayer is committed to promoting the safe and responsible use of our products.
We believe everyone has a role to play in achieving this goal.
During the inaugural launch event, over 50 students from the School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences were trained on the safe and responsible use of crop protection products.
By sharing their expertise in sustainable farming with their local farming communities throughout the summer break, the “Safe Use Ambassadors” were expected to document their interactions and experiences by the end of the program.
Its success in Kenya serves as a testament to the amazing power of invention and teamwork, and we are excited to continue fostering sustainability, leadership, and safety in the agriculture industry.
By equipping future agricultural leaders with the necessary skills and knowledge, Bayer is paving the way for a safer and more sustainable agricultural sector,” said Joern Kraegeloh, Bayer East Africa Managing Director.
This project was started in 2017 and since then, it has expanded to more than 50 colleges across more than 15 nations, training over 11,200 students to become official Bayer Safe Use Ambassadors.
“I am deeply honored to receive this award. Being the winner of the Bayer SUA 2024 will be one of the most memorable experiences of my student days. I am looking forward to gaining practical experience and knowledge from this program, which will help sharpen my soft skills and expand my networks in the agricultural sector. This is very beneficial for my future career goals. Additionally, becoming the Bayer Safe Use Ambassador has made me more aware of the urgent needs to progress towards sustainable agriculture and my responsibility in promoting product stewardship among farming communities to minimize risks to human health and protect the environment,”
The Bayer Safe Use Ambassador initiative, launched in 2023, has been rolled out in collaboration with select key universities to train agricultural students and professionals on the proper use of pesticides and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Its success in Kenya highlights the remarkable impact of collaboration and innovation, and we look forward to furthering our impact as we continue to nurture leadership, safety, and sustainability in the agricultural sector.
By equipping future agricultural leaders with the necessary skills and knowledge, Bayer is paving the way for a safer and more sustainable agricultural sector,” said Joern Kraegeloh, Bayer East Africa Managing Director.
This initiative was launched in 2017. Since then, it has reached more than 50 universities in over 15 countries, through which more than 11,200 students were trained as certified Bayer Safe Use Ambassadors.
“I am deeply honored to receive this award. Being the winner of the Bayer SUA 2024 will be one of the most memorable experiences of my student days.
I am looking forward to gaining practical experience and knowledge from this program, which will help sharpen my soft skills and expand my networks in the agricultural sector. This is very beneficial for my future career goals.
Additionally, becoming the Bayer Safe Use Ambassador has made me more aware of the urgent needs to progress towards sustainable agriculture and my responsibility in promoting product stewardship among farming communities to minimize risks to human health and protect the environment,” said an elated Amos.
The Bayer Safe Use Ambassador initiative, launched in 2023, has been rolled out in collaboration with select key universities to train agricultural students and professionals on the proper use of pesticides and personal protective equipment (PPE).
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