This course will enable students to evaluate and interpret the analytical data in order to quantify the current productivity status of the soil:

• • To identify soil chemical factors that will reduce plant production.

• • To assess corrective measures in terms of practicalities, cost and timing.

• • To prepare fertilisation recommendations to optimise crop production.

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