The Certificate of Agronomy course will provide the skills that offers many job opportunities. Demand for agronomists is strong; whether as a farmer, farm employer or providing technical support or marketing services in the agriculture sector.
Agronomy impacts every single person in this world. The food that we eat, the coffee we drink, the ethanol-based gas on which our vehicle runs, the grass present on the golf field, the natural fibers that makes up the clothing etc. are all products that we obtain from agronomy. Agronomy is a science that perceives agriculture from a holistic and an integrated perspective. Let us learn about the importance of agronomy in our daily life.
This course on Certificate of Agronomy provides participants with an understanding, to learn the principles and practices that underpin commercial broad acre crop production (agronomy) and develop an ability to interpret and apply information practically, on a farm.
This course is a preparation course, and designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to prepare for the certification, should you choose to pursue it in the future
After successful completion of this course you would be able to Learn about the production and harvesting of different crops, including grains (cereals, pulses, and other grains) and root crops.
- Study different crops - grains (cereals, pulses, and other grains), and root crops.
- Learn about different crop production methods.
- Learn about crop scheduling.
- Learn about harvesting and post-harvest management.
- Study the chemistry of soils and water.
- Understand soil composition and testing methods.
The course on Certificate of Agronomy (ACS) is ideal for:
- Agriculture Professionals (for Professional Development or Upskilling)
- Farmers and Farm Workers
- Service Providers to Agronomic Farms
- Farm equipment Suppliers
- Agricultural Entrepreneurs
- Educators, Writers, Consultants, Researchers
- Students
- Anyone else with a passion or strong interest in agronomy