INTRODUCTION
Organic farming is a viable economic move which benefits the farm soil, the environment, and purchasers of the produce. With organic farming presenting a low input way of farming, it makes the land sustainable as it doesn’t result in land degradation like other production methods; hence the long-term cost of sustaining production is less and there is a growing demand from the consumers of organic produce. With the growing demand for organic produce, this course will equip you on how to produce organically and maintaining the environment sustainably for future generations.
DURATION
5 days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is intended for various actors in the Agriculture Extension (Agricultural extension officers, senior agricultural officials, and policymakers) working with communities, in governments, funding agencies, Research organizations, non-government organizations, small and medium enterprises for agricultural development, farmer organizations and cooperatives and anyone who wants to learn more about organic food production, farming and environmental challenges.
Code | Date | Duration | Location | Fees | |
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OFC30 | 16 Oct 2023 - 20 Oct 2023 | 5 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
OFC30 | 20 Nov 2023 - 24 Nov 2023 | 5 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
OFC30 | 18 Dec 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 | 5 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
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OFC30 | 2 Oct 2023 - 6 Oct 2023 | 5 days | Kigali, Rwanda | USD 1,100 | Register |
Code | Date | Duration | Location | Fees | |
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OFC30 | 23 Oct 2023 - 27 Oct 2023 | 5 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
OFC30 | 27 Nov 2023 - 1 Dec 2023 | 5 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
OFC30 | 18 Dec 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 | 5 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
Code | Date | Duration | Location | Fees | |
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OFC30 | 9 Oct 2023 - 13 Oct 2023 | 5 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
OFC30 | 13 Nov 2023 - 17 Nov 2023 | 5 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
OFC30 | 11 Dec 2023 - 15 Dec 2023 | 5 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 75,000 | USD 1,100 | Register |
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No schedules added |
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Contact Us on (+254) 715 077 817 / (+254) 792 516 000 or email us [email protected] for E-Learning course.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the course, participants will:
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
Introduction to Organic Farming
Integrated Farm Management Systems
Organic Management Issues
Organic Management Issues
Weed Management
Pest and Disease Management
Livestock Management
Pasture Management
Crop Management
Demand for organic products
Markets and marketing of organic products.
Organic products in the export market
Policy regulations of organic farming.
Health benefits of organic products
METHODOLOGY
The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.
All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate.
TRAINING VENUE
The training is residential and will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.
All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
Email:[email protected].
Mob: +254 715 077 817
Tel: 020 211 3814
TAILOR- MADE
This training can also be customized for your institution upon request to a minimum of 4 participants. You can have it delivered in our training center or at a convenient location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 715 077 817, +254 (020) 211 3814 or mail [email protected]
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank before the course start date.
Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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# | Job Title | Organisation | Country |
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1 | STANDARDS OFFICER | TANZANIA BUREAU OF STANDARDS | Tanzania, United Republic of |
2 | Receptionist | Kephis | Kenya |