The outcome of the leaf analysis course will enable you to recommend the appropriate fertilisation program, based on the current nutritional status and to prepare recommendations to correct or maintain optimal nutrient status in order to optimise plant production.

The elements that are dealt with are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, sulphur, chloride, copper, iron, manganese, zinc, boron, molybdenum and other beneficial elements.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course is aimed at students and advisers in the service of sustainable agriculture. This course is recommended for all farmers and soil analysts or for anyone who would like to learn more about the science of soil for successful plant growth. Recommended requirements are: equivalent of Grade 12 level of biology, plant science, chemistry or any related subject. Tertiary education in chemistry, soil science, and plant nutrition or plant physiology.

ACCREDITATION:

Institution Accredited & Certificate of Completion.

DURATION:

4 weeks

LANGUAGE:

Presented in English