Mr. Andrews Appiah | Plant Science | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Sunyani Technical University, Ghana

Andrews Appiah is a Ghanaian academic and researcher in the field of agriculture and plant breeding. With a strong background in general agriculture, crop genetics, and competency-based education, he currently serves as an Assistant Lecturer at the Department of General Agriculture, Sunyani Technical University. His expertise spans plant breeding, molecular diversity analysis, and sustainable crop production, and he has published in notable peer-reviewed journals. He is also actively involved in student mentorship, research development, and academic committee work.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

• Diploma in Education (CBT Option)
  Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skill Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Kumasi, Ghana
  (2021 – 2022)

• MPhil in Plant Breeding
  Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana
  (2018 – 2021)

• BSc in Agriculture
  Methodist University Ghana, Wenchi Campus
  (2013 – 2016)

• Higher National Diploma (HND) in General Agriculture
  Sunyani Technical University (formerly Sunyani Polytechnic)
  (2008 – 2011)

• WASSCE
  Drobo Senior High School, Ghana
  (2003 – 2006)

Professional Experience 💼

• Assistant Lecturer (2021–Present)
  Department of General Agriculture, Sunyani Technical University

  • Teaching, research, curriculum development

• Research and Grantsmanship Committee Member (2022–Present)
  Sunyani Technical University

• Assistant Coordinator, Student Internships (2021–Present)
  Sunyani Technical University

• Principal Technician (2017–2021)
  Sunyani Technical University

  • Supervised student practicals, agricultural production, research assistantship

• Senior Technician (2012–2017)
  Sunyani Technical University

• Tutor (2011–2012)
  Ghana Education Service, Pentecost JHS, Sankore

• Agricultural Extension Agent (2010–2011)
  Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Sene West District

• Internships:

  • Wenchi Farm and Research Institutes (Feb–Apr 2009)

  • MoFA, Jaman South Municipal (June–Sept 2008)

Research Interests 🔬

• Plant breeding and genetics (okra, cowpea)

• Molecular and morphological diversity

• Sustainable crop improvement

• Quantitative genetics

• Integrated pest management (e.g., neem oil efficacy)

• Agricultural biotechnology and data analysis

Workshops Attended

• CBT workshops by CTVET (2022–2024)

• Bricks Agricultural Biotechnology Skills Camp, Russia

• Research writing workshops (2022, 2017)

• Plant breeding and genetics training with Texas A&M and Iowa State University

• Poultry diseases and rice production workshops (MoFA)

Awards and Honors🏆✨

While specific awards were not listed, his multiple international publications, invited training programs, and CBT teaching recognition highlight his respected status in agricultural academia and training circles.

Conclusion🌟

Andrews Appiah is a dynamic and experienced agricultural scientist with a solid foundation in plant breeding, education, and practical fieldwork. His academic and technical journey from technician to assistant lecturer showcases his commitment to growth, research excellence, and capacity-building in Ghana’s agricultural sector. With strong analytical, teaching, and interpersonal skills, he continues to contribute to advancing sustainable agriculture and education.

Publications 📚

• 🧬 Owusu, E.Y., Kusi, F., Kena, A.W., Kassim, Y.B., Annor, B., Awuku, F.J., Attamah, P., Appiah, A., Lamini, S., Kuor, F., & Akromah, R.
  Gains in genetic enhancement of early maturing advanced breeding lines of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp)
  Ecological Genetics and Genomics, 2025.
  🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.egg.2025.100339

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• 🌿 Appiah, A., Akromah, R., Owusu, E.Y., & Addo, S.
  Genetic variability, heritability, genetic advance and correlation studies for yield and its attributes in okra (Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench)
  📝 Euphytica (in press)

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• 🧬 Appiah, A., Akromah, R., Kena, A.W., Annor, B., Amoah, S., & Owusu, E.Y.
  Molecular and Morphological diversity among Ghanaian okra germplasm: An excellent breeding resource
  📝 Ecological Genetics and Genomics (in press)

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• 📘 MPhil Thesis:
  Genetic diversity among a collection of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) genotypes in Ghana using morphological and molecular markers
  – KNUST, Ghana (2021)

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• 📘 BSc Thesis:
  Comparative effectiveness of commercial neem oil and synthetic insecticides (Karate) in the management of insect damage on cowpea
  – Methodist University Ghana (2016)

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• 📘 HND Dissertation:
  The Impact of illegal chainsaw operations on forest fringed communities: A study at the Miremano Forest Reserve of Ghana
  – Sunyani Technical University (2010)

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• 🪴 Mensah, G.W.K., Appiah, A., Anorbor, E.C., & Anku, L.
  Field evaluation of commercial neem oil in managing insect damage on cowpea in the Forest Zone of Ghana
  Agricultural Science Research Journal, 7(11): 329–336
  🔗 resjournals.com
  📄 ISSN: 2026–6073

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