
Introduction to Ag-Tech
Price
$399
Duration
4 Weeks
About the Course
The 21st century brings lots of agricultural & food related challenges, but also a wide range of advanced solutions, all aimed to intensify production, while taking into consideration the need to reduce the use of harmful chemicals and shift from unsustainable methods to ones that pay attention to the negative externalities of traditional processes.
When the projected increase in global population couples the need to feed more people on less area – enters Precision Agriculture (PA). This relative new agri-sector is making its giant steps as we speak. Now, it’s your time to join the train
The course will be conducted by Mr. Omer Kurant and will take place during 4 online meeting, to be taken at your free time.
– 1st session: PA Basics – Definition, goals, history, principles, key factors, components, challenges
– 2nd session: PA in Crop production I – Solutions along the value-chain - From soil preparation to remote sensing
– 3rd session: PA in Crop production II - From Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to harvest & marketing
– 4th session: PA in Livestock farming. Conclusions & graduation
Your Instructor
Omer Kurant

Agronomist, Biologist & Ag-Tech Expert, former instructor of the MFA to developing regions
