Introduction
Cereal & Pulse inspection & grading standards facilitates grain merchandising through the use of uniform tests and terms. Grading of cereals most importantly helps in ensuring continued improvement in the quality of grains in the market and ultimately significantly contributes to good health of the citizen at large. This will eventually reduce the prevalence of diseases associated with poor handling and storage of grains. Grades are assigned based on a sample’s ability to meet tolerances or specifications for various grading factors. A grading factor represents the physical condition of grain. This condition can be a result of growing conditions, time of harvesting, handling procedures or storage practices.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- farmers
- farm workers
- agronomists
- small holders
Course Level:
Course Objectives
- Enghance Sampling and analysis (according to industry methodologies and specifications
- Understanding Fields inspection
- Uderstanding Inland cargo control and pre-shipment inspection
Course Outline
Module 1;Sampling and analysis (according to industry methodologies and specifications
- On-site grading and weighing
- Loading and discharge supervision
- Vessel hatches and holds inspection
- Draft surveys
- Stock and fumigation monitoring
Module 2;Fields inspection
- Soil analysis
- Soil mapping
- Seed testing
- Post-harvest grading
Module 3;Inland cargo control and pre-shipment inspection
- Identification of cargo for shipment
- Sampling of goods in storage facilities
Module 4;Loading and discharge supervision
- Verification of cleanliness and water tightness of vessel or barge
- Continuous sampling – representative sampling based on GAFTA rules and regulations
- Photographic reporting
Module 5;Weighing and sampling
- Verification of weighing scales
- Composition of reference samples, sealing, retention
Laboratory testing
- A complete offer of physical and chemical analyses
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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