INTRODUCTION
This training course is intended to help participants to design and implement Farmer Field Schools as an extension practice to promote organic farming and agricultural productivity.
DURATION
8 days
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of the training, the learner will be able to:
• Understand well the concept of FFS and have skills to implement it.
• Learn new technologies in agriculture.
• Incorporate technologies of FFS according to local conditions.
• Select and apply appropriate weed, pest and disease management practices for both animal and plant production in an organic farm.
• Select appropriate organic management systems for different organic farms.
• Gain skills in cross cutting issues in FFS.
• Gain skills in the climate change and agriculture.
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Approach and principles
Module 2: Key concepts and techniques in FFS
Module 3: Cross cutting topics in FFS
Module 4: Introduction to organic farming
Module 5: Organic farming
Module 6: Climate change and agriculture
Module 7: Development technologies in agriculture
Module 8: Study visit
CUSTOMIZED TRAINING
This training can also be customized for your institution upon request. You can have it delivered your preferred location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Tel: +254 (0) 739167709.
Email: training @versedpro.com
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