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Expert encourages students to pursue careers in agriculture

Dr Mark Otieno, an agroecologist, lecturer and researcher at the University of Embu. (Joseph Muchiri, Standard)

Dr Mark Otieno, an agroecologist, has urged students to ignore the notion that a career in agriculture is not a serious profession.

An agroecologist is a specialist who ensures that agriculture is managed in a way that does not harm the environment.

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