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Agriculture Extension Services

Crop Advisor Trainer (CAT)

About this course

The Crop Advisor Trainer (CAT) Certification Programme is a comprehensive, self-paced online course developed for extension workers, farmers, students, and other key partners who wish to strengthen their technical expertise in vegetable production. Designed to build both knowledge and practical skills, the program offers over 30 modules covering crop economics, crop production, crop environment, and crop protection. By completing the programme, participants will gain the confidence and technical foundation needed to support farmers in their communities, enhance advisory services, or successfully manage their own vegetable farms.

Skills You’ll Learn

Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 6

Agriculture Chemical Management

Managing and using chemicals used in agriculture.
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 7

Crop Pests and Diseases Management

Managing and controlling pests and diseases for short and long term management actions.
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 6

Cropping Systems

Planning a cropping regime that provides a regular workflow, income and keeps the soil healthy…
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 6

Fertiliser Management

The procurement, control, storage, handling and application of fertilisers so as to provide an economically…
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 6

Irrigation and Water Management

Managing and applying water management technologies to enhance soil productivity and conserve natural resources.
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 6

Post-Harvest Management

Managing produce, during and after harvesting, to prevent any form of damage, spoilage and loss.
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 5

Seed Management

Using, managing, regulating and controlling seeds to ensure their quality and quantity.
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 5

Soil Management

Protecting and enhancing soil performance through the application of different practices, treatments and strategies.
Crops icon Crops
Level 2 right arrow Level 5

Weed Control

Identifying and controlling weeds to minimise their effects on yield.
Behaviours icon Behaviours
Level 3 right arrow Level 6

Leadership

Guiding and influencing other individuals, teams, or the community.
Behaviours icon Behaviours
Level 2 right arrow Level 6

Planning

Organising and setting up activities required to achieve anticipated goals.
Extension and Advisory Services
Level 2 right arrow Level 5

Field Trials

Managing the processes of planning, conducting and reporting field based agriculture technologies demonstration activities.
Relationships and business icon Relationships and business
Level 2 right arrow Level 6

Agricultural Entrepreneurship

Developing business ideas into profitable businesses to improve the means of production and increase market…

Key Information

Course provider Institution: East West Seed Foundation
Course type Blended Learning: Online/blended training
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