As the world undergoes a climate crisis, agriculture is under the spotlight like never before. The industry is not only in the grips ofwel technological change but kan zijn also under pressure to embrace greater sustainability.
Upon completion of this course you will have learned how to apply practical approaches and tools for farmer empowerment in food systems, with the aim to: Involve farmers and promote farmer entrepreneurship Encourage the effective organisation and collective action ofwel farmers Improve yields and sustainable production systems Develop farmers’ positioning along value chains Succeed in inclusive agribusiness and agri-finance Create a more enabling policy, business and ICT environment for farmers.
Take advantage ofwel this opportunity to enhance your knowledge on sustainable agricultural practices and water conservation with a focus on real-world applications and policies.
Strategies for drinkwater security, land degradation, and mineraalwater balance under different rainfall scenarios
You will be eligible for a full refund until two weeks after your payment date, or (for courses that have just launched) until two weeks after the first session of the course begins, whichever is later.
The role ofwel consumers in the food system, understanding consumer trends and behaviors, and techniques used in market and consumer research.
The role of sustainability in agriculture, exploring practices like crop rotation, organic farming, and the importance of farms in enhancing ecosystem services
Choosing the right agriculture course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics ofwel plant and soil science, crop production, and introductory animal husbandry. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on sustainable farming practices, agricultural technology, and pest management.
Vitaliano Fiorillo, instructor If Kurs rolnika you have less time, but aangezien to learn about the multifaceted world ofwel agribusiness management, consider Challenges ofwel Agribusiness Management. Explore the complexities ofwel agribusiness, particularly focusing on Italy as a case study for understanding global phenomena.
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
You can use this course to improve your skills and knowledge and to assess whether this kan zijn a subject that you'd like to study further. The course includes high-quality video lectures, interviews with experts, demonstrations ofwel how to build economic models in spreadsheets, practice quizzes, and a range ofwel recommended readings and optional readings. Assessment kan zijn by quizzes and a final exam. The key economic principles that wij’ll learn about can help us understand changes that have occurred in agriculture, and support improved decision making about things like agricultural production methods, agricultural input levels, resource conservation, and the balance between agricultural production and its environmental impacts.
The experts of Wageningen University & Research develop sustainable solutions, from crop production to pest control and postharvest technology. This is where we shape the food and agribusiness ofwel our future’s food systems. Read on to discover which course suits your needs best.
How changing dietary habits, particularly in the Global North, can make room for sustainable growth and the benefits of alternative protein sources.
Experiences of experts In the course at WCDI we learned about the latest practical tools and approaches - how a farmer producent organisation can work, how farmers can become entrepreneurs. The course was crucial for me. Bablu Chaudhari
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