COURSE OVERVIEW
In the past, organic farm production was often considered as being only for radicals or hippies. Now it is seen as a viable economic move – with benefits to the farm soil, to the environment, and to purchasers of the products. An organic approach can contribute toward making a farm more financially viable in several ways.
A Certificate in Organic Farming will grow your knowledge and understanding of organic methods and you will begin to see possibilities for applying ideas and techniques from various organic farming approaches. For some, this course will expand your potential for employment or business, for others it will be an opportunity to learn more about an idea that you have a passion for, and to explore ways to use what you learn in your daily living.
COURSE FEATURES
Interact with and learn from senior professionals in the Organic Farming industry who have helped develop the course, meaning you’ll have the inside secrets on how to become a pro.
With our training and certification, set yourself apart from other candidates when applying for roles or display within your own business to provide clients confidence in your abilities.
Accredited by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IRAC), be certain of learning skills directly relevant to job outcomes within the field of Organic Farming.
SUBJECTS
Introduction to Organic Farming
- Nature
- Scope
- History
- Types of organic farming
Integrated Farm Management Systems
- Rotation design
- Cash crops
- Managing waste
- Permaculture
- Polyculture
- Biodynamics etc
Organic Management Issues
- Certification
- Environmental concerns
- Marketing
- PR
Organic Soil Management and Crop Nutrition
- Composting
- Mulching
- Green manuring
- Cover crops
- Organic fertilisers
Weed Management
- Selecting appropriate techniques of control
- Weed identification
- Pest and Disease Management
- Animals
- Plants
Livestock Management I
- Beef
- Dairy
- Sheep
- Pigs
Livestock Management II
- Poultry
- Goats
- Alpacas
- Ostriches
- Deer
Pasture
- Pasture Varieties
- Management Principles
- Intensive systems
- Nitrogen fixation
- Correct seed mix
- Risks with legumes
Crops
- Wheat
- Plant Fibre
- Hay and Silage
- Mung Beans
- Sesame seed, etc
HOW THIS COURSE CAN HELP YOU
- Operating your own farm
- Working as a farm manager
- Managing a farm supply, service or marketing business
SUMMARY
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
NIL
DELIVERY
Fully Online, at your own pace.
COURSE DURATION
100 hours
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Pay Upfront and receive a discount on the total course cost OR Take Advantage of our Interest Free Payment Plans
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