Research and scholarship
Publications
Over a career spanning three decades, Professor Odeyinka has authored 90 peer-reviewed publications widely cited nationally and internationally. Her research connects rigorous scholarship with practical impact in agriculture, sustainability, and gender equity.
90Peer-reviewed publications
30+Years of active research
5+Core research areas
GlobalInternational citation & impact
Research themes
Scholarship with practical purpose.
01Ruminant Nutrition & Feeding Systems
A core body of work examining cost-effective nutrition strategies for ruminants in resource-limited environments — from goats and sheep to cattle. This research addresses the practical realities faced by smallholder farmers in West Africa.
02Agricultural Waste as Livestock Feed
Research into the transformation of household and agricultural by-products into viable, nutritious livestock feed. This work sits at the intersection of sustainability, waste reduction and food system efficiency.
03Food Security & Sustainability
Publications examining how improved feeding practices at the farm level connect to broader outcomes in national food security, environmental sustainability and rural economic development.
04Rural Livelihoods & Women's Empowerment
Research documenting how applied agricultural science — including the Moringa project — can be a direct vehicle for improving the economic lives of rural women and marginalised communities.
05Gender Studies & Development
As Director of the Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies at OAU, Professor Odeyinka contributed to scholarship on gender policy in African higher education institutions, anti-harassment frameworks and women's leadership in academia.
Editorial service
Professor Odeyinka serves as a reviewer and editorial board member for several academic journals in Animal Science and Agricultural Research. Her role in scholarly peer review reflects her commitment to the rigour and integrity of the research community.
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