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DUC & HBCUs Launch GeoAg Programme
Accra, Ghana – March 19, 2025 – Dominion University College (DUC) has signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with GeoAg founder Richard Campbell and several American Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) PhDs to introduce Geological Agriculture (GeoAg) as an innovative field of study. GeoAg explores growing plants in rocks without soil or fertilizers, utilizing the mineral value of common rocks to cultivate crops such as beans, peas, and okra.
This partnership marks a major step toward advancing sustainable agriculture and food security in Ghana and beyond. Through this collaboration, DUC will:
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Offer GeoAg professional development training for faculty and educators.
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Provide virtual GeoAg classes for students and the public, led by Richard Campbell.
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Develop a portfolio of GeoAg research and activities from around the world.
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Consult with commercial and government sectors to integrate GeoAg where applicable.
DUC President Nicholas Nsowah-Nuamah emphasized the significance of this initiative: “This partnership with Campbell and these HBCUs aligns with our commitment to academic innovation and sustainability. By introducing Geological Agriculture at DUC, we are expanding opportunities for students while contributing to global agricultural solutions. Since GeoAg is new to Ghana, we will host monthly public virtual press conferences to share research updates.”
Dr. Arvazena Clardy, a professor at Tennessee State University’s College of Agriculture and co-author of River Stones Grow Plants—the world’s only textbook on GeoAg research—highlighted the impact of this collaboration: “GeoAg is a revolutionary approach to food security and sustainable farming. Our HBCU partnership with DUC equips the next generation of agricultural leaders with the knowledge and skills to implement GeoAg globally. By integrating GeoAg into higher education, we are fostering innovation and resilience in agriculture.”
Call to Action for Students, Businesses, and Government Agencies
DUC and GeoAg HBCU researchers invite students, businesses, NGOs, and government agencies to support this transformative initiative. Sponsorship and partnership opportunities are available to help expand GeoAg programming, fund scholarships, and advance research in sustainable agriculture. Together, we can empower individuals and communities to achieve food security through GeoAg.
