Dr Desire Mpanje, PhD

[Dr Desire Mpanje, PhD @mpanjedesire]

@onjezani Exporting criticall skills is bad news for Malawi @onjezani GOV whether through public, private or third sector has to revamp the industries.

Happy to share some ideas!

[Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump]

Very proud of Melania! Her book is out Nationally, and for sale EVERYWHERE. It is really great! She was a fantastic First Lady, and shares that experience, and much more. She’s also a really good writer, as she showed at the Republican National Convention with her letter, that turned out to be a sensational highlight. Perfect for Christmas. Get it NOW, and ENJOY!

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

Congratulations to @KarenKeaveney and the rest of the @ICLRD_Org research team who today launched the InPlace report - Investigating Planning, Placemaking and Commuting.

[Luanar @Luanarofficial]

𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐢 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 - 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚, 𝐑𝐃

Billy Matandara Mlonda, RD, holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dietetics (2023) and a Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Food Science (2021), both from the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR). His dietetic training included clinical placements at Potchefstroom, Klerksdorp, and Tshepong Hospitals in South Africa, as well as Kamuzu Central Hospital in Malawi. He is one of Malawi’s few Registered Dietitians (RDs), proudly trained under LUANAR’s dietetics program.

Billy began his professional career as a nutrition intern with the Salima District Council from 2021 to 2022. In 2024, he joined LUANAR’s USAID N4H activity as a Food Composition Data Intern, contributing to the important task of updating the Malawi Food Composition Table, a key resource in improving dietary guidelines and public health initiatives in the country.

Currently, Billy is a Program Officer at the Civil Society Organisation Nutrition Alliance (CSONA), where he focuses on advocacy for improved nutrition policies and practices. His work spans nutrition advocacy, lobbying for resources towards nutrition initiatives, and the establishment of a dietetics cadre in district hospitals.

Reflecting on his journey, Billy attributes his success to the comprehensive education and guidance he received from LUANAR. “The knowledge and expertise I gained from LUANAR have been instrumental in shaping my career and fueling my passion for reducing hospital malnutrition, promoting public health, and engaging communities in nutrition and food security efforts,” he says. “Being open to various possibilities and letting God lead has allowed me to embrace new challenges and apply the skills and resilience I have developed along the way.”

Billy encourages current LUANAR students to stay curious and proactive in their learning: “Your academic journey is just the beginning. Take every opportunity to grow, apply what you have learned, and remain adaptable—because that is what will help you make an impact.”

With experience spanning nutrition advocacy, clinical dietetics, and food composition research, Billy remains committed to contributing to Malawi’s nutritional outcomes and advancing toward a healthier nation.

[Orla Feely @OrlaFeely]

Congratulations to Anding! Thinking of our wonderful colleague Tom Brazil, who would have been so proud.

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

Just 1 day to go!
The theme of this years @ucddublin tent is “Sustainable Food Systems”.
Hear from Dr.Zoe McKay, Programme Director of the new exciting BSc in Sustainable Food Systems, about all the great things UCD’s #Ploughing2024 has to offer! 🚜
📍Block 3, Row 14, Stand 266

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

We were honoured to welcome the wonderful Mairead McGuinness, Ag Economics alum & EU Commissioner for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union to the School of Ag & Food Science this morning for a Fireside Chat & Q&A with staff. A wonderful occasion.

[AquaFish ACE LUANAR @AquaFish_Luanar]

The center aims to enhance partnerships to produce high-quality graduates in aquaculture and fisheries, contributing to economic development. Between 2016 and 2023, the center formed 12 key partnerships with industry, research, and academia.

#HigherEducation #ACEimpact #ACEII

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

€1.256m has been awarded to @ucdagfood project @OatsHealthy "Closing the Circle: Optimising Parameters for Oat Growth, Bioctive Extraction, & Processing to Produce Sustainable Fortified Food-For-Health Products (HOPE)'. Project coordinator is Associate Professor @AmaliaScannell

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

We have a brilliant piece in todays @farmersjournal on @ucdmicrocreds
@FrankMonahanUCD discusses how individuals can equip themselves with the latest skills and knowledge to overcome the latest challenges facing agriculture.
Read more below..... 👇
https://t.co/PTvVETNHZl

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

The new batch of Kerry’s unofficial taste testers!

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

The @ucdagfood team had a brilliant day out today at @Kerry in Co.Kildare.

We were treated to a presentation from Kerry’s Chief Science & Technology Officer Albert McQuaid &
heard all about Kerry’s vision for a sustainable future.

A very impressive site and a great day! 🙌🍎

[Tomás Russell @tomas_russell]

Interested in a part time distance learning masters? Applications open for the part funded masters in Agricultural Extension and Innovation. Apply here https://t.co/flz6DkCrCq

[M Ní Raghallaigh @MuireannNiR]

Wonderful to see a former asylum seeker making history in #Galway. I don't know Helen but I do cite her work in my teaching and writing. This article, specifically: https://t.co/CEA10Lta6j

[Dr Desire Mpanje, PhD @mpanjedesire]

@dipti_pandya @DeptJusticeIRL I am happy for you. Congratulations!

[UCD Research @UCD_Research]

Congratulations to the team of the new Co-Centre for #SustainableFoodSystems launched yesterday by co-directors Profs @EilsGibney @UCDFoodHealth Aedín Cassidy @QUBIGFS & @louisedye @susfoodshef with @ucddublin VPRII Prof Kate Robson Brown.

#ICYMI read 👉 https://t.co/ZAzYhbNQSa

[Orla Feely @OrlaFeely]

Congratulations and best wishes to Laura Burke of @EPAIreland on her election as President of @EngineerIreland, and well done to outgoing President @edmondharty on a great year.

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

A really exciting research collaboration launches today! 🙌
"Co-Centre" for Sustainable Food Systems is a one of a kind collaboration with @ucddublin @QUBelfast & @sheffielduni

Launched by @DeptofFHed @scienceirel @UKRI_News
@UCDFoodHealth @QUBIGFS
https://t.co/bkgAH5QDmd…

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

📢 LAST FEW PLACES REMAINING!❗️
UCD Summer School 2024🐄🚜Are you interested in studying the Agricultural Sciences? Join us on the 5th of June & find out all more! The programme also includes a fun day trip to UCD Lyons Farm! 👨‍🌾🌾🐎
Register now through: https://t.co/GzsI7Q800Z

[UCD School Ag & Food @ucdagfood]

Check out the great webinar from Monday; hear from Programme Direct Tomas Russell all about the programme & why this could be a brilliant path to take! https://t.co/supfN6tkfd