Course Overview
This 5 day course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to manage soil resources sustainably by focusing on soil conservation, rehabilitation, and erosion control techniques. Participants will learn to evaluate soil degradation, design conservation interventions, and implement soil rehabilitation strategies that improve productivity and protect ecosystems.
Duration
5 days
Target Audience
- Soil scientists and agronomists
- Agricultural extension workers
- Environmental managers
- Forestry and watershed management professionals
- NGOs in land rehabilitation projects
Organizational Impact
- Enhanced capacity to restore degraded soils
- Reduced environmental and agricultural risks from erosion
- Improved agricultural productivity and food security
- Stronger compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals
Personal Impact
- Skills in soil conservation and rehabilitation techniques
- Ability to conduct soil assessments and propose interventions
- Increased capacity to support communities in combating land degradation
- Practical application of erosion control measures
Course Outline
Course Objectives
- Understand soil degradation processes and their impacts
- Apply effective soil conservation and erosion control methods
- Design and implement soil rehabilitation programs
- Integrate soil conservation into agricultural and land use planning
- Build resilience against climate-induced soil degradation
Course Modules
Course Modules
Module 1: Soil Degradation and Conservation Principles
- Types and causes of soil degradation
- Principles of soil conservation
- Impacts of soil degradation on food security and ecosystems
- Case Study: Combating desertification in the Sahel
Module 2: Soil Conservation Techniques
- Contour farming and terracing methods
- Agroforestry and vegetative barriers
- Conservation tillage and mulching
- Case Study: Terracing in the Ethiopian highlands
Module 3: Soil Rehabilitation Practices
- Organic and inorganic soil amendments
- Soil fertility restoration techniques
- Biological rehabilitation methods
- Case Study: Rehabilitation of salt-affected soils in Pakistan
Module 4: Erosion Control Measures
- Gully and rill erosion control methods
- Engineering structures for erosion prevention
- Community-based erosion management approaches
- Case Study: Gully erosion control in Nigeria’s Anambra State
Module 5: Monitoring and Sustainability of Soil Programs
- Indicators of soil health and productivity
- Tools for monitoring soil conservation programs
- Sustainable management practices for long-term soil health
- Case Study: Monitoring soil restoration projects in India
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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.
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:
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 outreach@indepthresearch.org
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