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This course offers a comprehensive introduction to seed and planting materials, focusing on their description, management, and production. <\/p>\n

Learners will explore the fundamentals of seed and planting materials, consider various factors influencing their selection-such as field history and farmer experience-and examine the diverse systems farmers use to acquire these essential agricultural resources.\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"A\n\tCost:<\/strong> FREE
\nTime:<\/strong> 4-6 hours\n

What you will learn about:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2022 The importance of using quality seed and planting materials
\n\u2022 What makes good quality seed and planting materials
\n\u2022 Ways to make observations of current seed and planting practice
\n\u2022 Recommending improved seed and planting practices tailored to specific contexts
\n\u2022 How to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented seed and planting strategies\u00a0\n

Who the course is for: <\/strong>Extension workers and agro-input dealers. Farmers may also find it useful. Agricultural students may find it beneficial to their studies.<\/p>\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tEnrol in the course\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n

\u2022 Accessible<\/strong>: Access the materials online or download via our platform’s mobile app for use offline<\/p>\n

\u2022 Flexible<\/strong>: Use the materials for step-by-step self-study or for “dipping in” to support a specific teaching or learning need<\/p>\n

\u2022 Certification<\/strong>: Successful completion of a certification assessment brings a CABI Academy certificate<\/p>\n\t

Certification<\/h3>\n

Students can gain CABI Academy certificates in one level.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Foundation:<\/strong> For those new to the subject area and working under supervision<\/p>\n\t\n

Our Courses<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Discover online training courses and certifications that build capacity and strengthen the advice available to farmers.<\/p>\n

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\u2022 \u00a0Create a CABI Academy account<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2022 Login to your account<\/p>\n

\u2022 Navigate directly to the Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness course. You will be able to access all the modules.<\/p>\n

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