An intensive professional development training course on
Sustainable Agriculture
and Climate Change
Why Choose this Training Course?
The Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Change course is a 5-day training program designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable agricultural practices in the context of climate change. This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture systems. Through a combination of theoretical learning, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will gain insights into the impacts of climate change on agriculture, adaptation strategies, sustainable farming practices, and climate-smart agriculture.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the relationship between climate change and agriculture
- Familiarize participants with the principles and practices of sustainable agriculture
- Develop strategies for adapting agricultural systems to climate change
- Explore climate-smart agriculture approaches and technologies
- Enhance knowledge of sustainable soil and water management techniques
- Foster collaboration and stakeholder engagement for sustainable agriculture and climate change
Who is this Training Course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Agricultural extension officers and practitioners seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in sustainable agriculture and climate change adaptation
- Farmers and agricultural producers interested in sustainable farming practices and climate resilience
- Professionals from government agencies and NGOs engaged in agricultural and rural development
- Researchers and academics studying climate change impacts on agriculture and sustainable practices
- Individuals interested in contributing to the promotion of sustainable agriculture and climate change resilience
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This AZTech training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This will include an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.
The Course Content
Day One: Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Change
- Overview of the interplay between agriculture and climate change
- Understanding the impacts of climate change on agricultural systems
- Analyzing the opportunities and challenges in sustainable agriculture
Day Two: Climate Change Adaptation Strategies for Agriculture
- Assessing climate risks and vulnerabilities in agriculture
- Strategies for adapting farming systems to climate change
- Climate-resilient crop selection, crop rotation, and diversification
Day Three: Sustainable Farming Practices
- Principles and techniques of sustainable farming
- Organic farming, agroforestry, and permaculture practices
- Enhancing soil health and fertility through sustainable practices
Day Four: Climate-Smart Agriculture
- Introduction to climate-smart agriculture approaches
- Climate-smart technologies and practices for agriculture
- Integrating climate change mitigation and adaptation in farming systems
Day Five: Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration for Sustainable Agriculture
- Importance of stakeholder engagement and collaboration in sustainable agriculture
- Building partnerships among farmers, researchers, and policymakers
- Developing action plans for promoting sustainable agriculture and climate resilience
The Certificate
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the course
