Horticulture Training and Courses

Impairment and Cannabis in the Workplace e-Course

Employers have an obligation to make sure that all workers have the ability to do their jobs safely. Being impaired at work – whether caused by alcohol, drugs, or another source – can affect our ability to focus, make decisions, follow instructions, and handle equipment and tools. This course focuses on impairment and the steps a workplace can take to address this issue, using ...

By Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) based in Hamilton, ONTARIO (CANADA).

Plant Nutrition Basics Course

The Basics of Plant Nutrition module is a review of essential elements for plant growth, both macro and micro. It also reviews the main functions of the big three essential elements as well as general plant nutrient needs. This is a beginning module in the Fundamentals of Applied Agronomy - plant nutrition ...

By Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) based in Madison, WISCONSIN (USA). from Classroom - Classes - Nutrient Management Training line

GPA Midstream - Introduction to Midstream Course

Created based on requests from our members. GPA Midstream is pleased to offer this new midstream industry overview course. The course uses the GPSA Engineering Data Book as a reference text and teaches students what happens at midstream operating facilities. It teaches students about midstream products, equipment typically found at midstream facilities, and the processes that turn variable ...

By GPA Midstream Association based in Tulsa, OKLAHOMA (USA).

Adult Corn Rootworm Suppression Course

This presentation will help users in the U.S. Corn Belt and Great Plains region incorporate adult western corn rootworm control tactics into a broader corn rootworm management program. The presentation will review aspects of adult western corn rootworm biology and ecology, plus provide a general overview of the adult control strategy and tactics. In addition, specific factors to consider when ...

By Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) based in Madison, WISCONSIN (USA). from Classroom - Classes - Integrated Pest Management Training line

Biocontrols Course

he webinar will address the process for making fungicide spray decisions, and western corn rootworm Bt resistance and management. ‘Plant health’ applications of fungicides in the absence of disease may not be a good idea. Scouting is an important prelude to making fungicide spray decisions and understanding the ‘disease triangle’ can help with those decisions. Recently, ...

By Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) based in Madison, WISCONSIN (USA). from Classroom - Classes - Integrated Pest Management Training line

Olive Oil Education

We educate consumers, farmers, producers, retailers, chefs and culinary professionals on topics such as the health and nutritional benefits of extra virgin olive oil, what to look for when purchasing extra virgin olive oil, how to taste oils, how to market and sell oils, and tips for the ...

By California Olive Oil Council (COOC) based in Clovis, CALIFORNIA (USA).

PostHarvest - Peach Nutrition Facts Course

Similar to nectarines, peaches are a stone fruit with a juicy, sweet flesh. The main difference between the two is the skin. Peaches have a thin, fuzz-covered skin, while nectarines are smooth with no fuzz. The flesh ranges from white to pale orange, and they can be interchanged in recipes. The best part: Both are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that provide health ...

By PostHarvest Technologies based in Sydney, AUSTRALIA. from Courses - Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits Training line

EMS - General Professional Skills Training

No matter where you are in your career, there is always room to grow professionally. Courses in this topic, such as Career Professionalism, Writing an Effective Email, and Enhancing Work Relationships, will enable you to develop and improve your ...

By EMS1 based in Lakeland, FLORIDA (USA). from EMS Training - General Training Training line

California Compost Manufacturing: Principles & Practices (CM:PP) Course

The California Compost Manufacturing: Principles & Practices (CM:PP) course consists of a two day Livestream course and an optional third day Facility Tour (self-driven) which is designed to expand or refresh your knowledge of the compost production process and begin your certification as a composting industry professional. The course is best suited for those who need an in-depth ...

By US Composting Council based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA (USA).

Cropaia - Fertilization and Irrigation Course

Learn the best practices and theory of plant nutrition and irrigation. By completing this course your will be able to design fertilization plans and irrigation regimes. You will develop skills in interpreting soil and tissue test results, fertigation best practices and irrigation system design and ...

By Cropaia based in ISRAEL. from Online courses Training line

Training & Greenhouse Management

A good design, selecting the right suppliers and a well managed building period do not guarantee high quality products and yields as were envisaged. Training and education of employees, staff and management are essential. They have to learn how to deal with the new equipment, techniques and cultivation ...

By Westlandse Project Combinatie B.V. based in Naaldwijk, NETHERLANDS.

PostHarvest - Post Harvest Problem Course

Here at PostHarvest, we’ve noticed the lack of available resources around fresh produce handling and education, so we’ve collaborated with a number of industry authorities to help map out learning pathways for numerous stages within the cold ...

By PostHarvest Technologies based in Sydney, AUSTRALIA. from Courses - PostHarvest’s Introductory Class Training line

Guy Sela, Cropaia - Fertilization and Irrigation - theory and best practices

The book covers the essentials of plant nutrition and irrigation management. Throughout the 232 pages of the book, the author, Guy Sela, shares his knowledge on the most important aspects of crop nutrition and irrigation, including: Plant nutrients, fertilizer management practices, interpretation of soil analysis, irrigation water quality, fertigation, irrigation scheduling and more... ...

By Cropaia based in ISRAEL.

YoungstockSignals

Warning: this online training will open your eyes to how you run your farm. It's full of sensible tips on how to improve the rearing of calves and yearlings. This video training explains clearly, in both theoretical presentations as practical with video lessons from the farm. Young stock rearing costs around 3 cent per liter of milk on a well-run farm, as against 5 cent on a poorly run farm. To ...

By CowSignals Training Company based in Bergharen, NETHERLANDS.

ChampionPig - Nursery Focused on Economic Performance Program

Despite having one of the most restrictive legislations in the world on the use of antibiotic growth promoters and on animal welfare, European pig farms are the most productive in the world. Nowadays many farms reach 35 alive piglets/sow/year, and their new target is achieving ...

By Plusvet Animal Health based in Jimo City, CHINA. from Complete Programs by Specie Training line

Soil Science Fundamentals Review Course

The Soil Science Fundamentals Review Course is designed to provide an overview of the fundamental concepts in soil science: Genesis, Classification and Morphology, Physics, Chemistry, Fertility, Biology, and Land Use. Each of the six sections will be taught for a two week period. Instructors will use the Fundamentals Performance Objectives (POs) as a guide for discussing topics within each ...

By Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) based in Madison, WISCONSIN (USA). from Classroom - Classes - Soil & Water Management Training line

4R Nutrient Stewardship and Nitrous Oxide Losses Course

Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a potent greenhouse gas that can result in nitrogen loss from the soil. The scientific literature is deficient in studies that measure N2O emissions, NO3 leaching, and crop performance across multiple sources of nitrogen fertilizer and changes in field practices. However, there are tools and strategies available to consultants and producers to improve nitrogen use ...

By Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) based in Madison, WISCONSIN (USA). from Classroom - Classes - Nutrient Management Training line

Made in the Shade- How 11 Research Studies Cleverly Use Canopy Analysis to Measure Crop & Forest Health - Webinar

Special guest researchers Brendon Anthony of Colorado State University and Derek Godwin of Oregon State University, along with our application scientists Eric Munoz-Garcia and Galen George review 11 studies that have used canopy analysis for everything from typhoon effects to ...

By CID Bio-Science, Inc. based in Camas, WASHINGTON (USA).

LIVE WEBINAR - Soil Electrical Conductivity: Managing Salts for Sustained High Yields

Mismanagement of salt applied during irrigation ultimately reduces production—drastically in many cases. Irrigating incorrectly also increases water cost and the energy used to apply it. Understanding the salt balance in the soil and knowing the leaching fraction, or the amount of extra irrigation water that must be applied to maintain acceptable root zone salinity is critical to every irrigation ...

By METER Group, Inc. based in Pullman, WASHINGTON (USA).

SCS Food Safety Training - Online + Live GLOBALG.A.P. Growers IFA Ver 5.1 - Crops Base; Fruits & Vegetables

Designed for food safety and quality team members of all levels involved in the GLOBALG.A.P. program. The training explains the various farm certification options and the requirements upon which the Standard, inspections and audits are based. Self-paced courses led by experienced GLOBALG.A.P. instructors. Approximately 16 hours of training time. Learners have one year from registration date to ...

By SCS Global Services based in Emeryville, CALIFORNIA (USA).