Training on Agriculture Policy & Advocacy
Build skills in agriculture policy analysis, advocacy strategy, stakeholder engagement, and policy monitoring to influence sustainable agricultural reform.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This intensive course equips participants with the strategic knowledge and applied competencies required to evaluate agricultural policies, shape reform initiatives, and lead effective advocacy efforts that advance farmer interests, sustainable agricultural systems, and inclusive sector growth.
Participants gain practical insights into policy formulation processes, stakeholder engagement strategies, regulatory frameworks, and evidence-based advocacy approaches that influence agricultural transformation at local, national, and regional levels.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Agricultural Officers & Extension Managers
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Policy Analysts & Researchers
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Farmer Association & Cooperative Leaders
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NGO & Development Practitioners
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Agribusiness Leaders
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Advocacy & Public Affairs Officers
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Government Agriculture Department Staff
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand agricultural policy frameworks and governance structures
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Analyze and interpret agricultural policies and regulations
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Develop evidence-based policy briefs
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Design effective advocacy strategies
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Engage stakeholders and decision-makers strategically
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Monitor and evaluate policy impact
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Agricultural Policy
- Introduction to agricultural policy and governance
- Policy development cycle and regulatory frameworks
- National vs regional agricultural policies
- Role of public institutions and stakeholders
- Policy alignment with food security and sustainability goals
- Case Study:Impact of fertilizer subsidy policy on smallholder farmers.
- Practical:Mapping key agricultural policy stakeholders in your country.
Module 2: Policy Analysis & Evidence-Based Decision Making
- Policy analysis frameworks
- Data and evidence in policy formulation
- Economic, social, and environmental impact assessment
- Identifying policy gaps and inconsistencies
- Using research to influence agricultural reforms
- Case Study:Reviewing a national agricultural strategy and identifying implementation gaps.
- Practical:Conducting a structured analysis of an existing agriculture policy.
Module 3: Advocacy Strategies & Communication
- Designing advocacy campaigns
- Advocacy messaging and positioning
- Media engagement strategies
- Building persuasive policy briefs
- Strategic communication for impact
- Case Study:Successful farmer-led advocacy campaign influencing land reform policy.
- Practical:Developing a short agriculture policy brief for decision-makers.
Module 4: Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Building
- Identifying key policy actors
- Power mapping and influence analysis
- Building coalitions and partnerships
- Negotiation and dialogue strategies
- Managing policy resistance
- Case Study:Multi-stakeholder platform improving agricultural extension policy implementation.
- Practical:Conducting a stakeholder power and influence mapping exercise.
Module 5: Monitoring, Evaluation & Policy Impact
- Tracking policy implementation
- Measuring policy outcomes and impact
- Advocacy monitoring frameworks
- Reporting and accountability mechanisms
- Adaptive advocacy approaches
- Case Study:Monitoring climate-smart agriculture policy effectiveness.
- Practical:Designing a simple policy monitoring and evaluation framework
Where the change lands
Personal Impact
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Stronger policy analysis skills
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Improved advocacy and communication capability
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Enhanced stakeholder engagement competence
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Increased confidence in influencing agricultural reforms
Organizational Impact
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Stronger evidence-based policy positions
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Improved engagement with government institutions
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Enhanced advocacy strategy effectiveness
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Greater influence in shaping agricultural policy
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Strengthened rural development outcomes
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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