Training on GIS & Agriculture Applications
Learn GIS for agriculture: soil mapping, crop monitoring, and irrigation management.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills on how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing can transform modern agriculture. Participants will gain hands-on experience in spatial data collection, analysis, and visualization for precision farming, soil mapping, crop monitoring, water resource management, and sustainable agriculture. The training blends theory with case studies and practical exercises using GIS software and agricultural datasets.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Agricultural officers, researchers, and extension workers
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GIS specialists and data analysts in agriculture projects
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Agribusiness professionals and farm managers
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NGOs and development practitioners in food security and sustainability
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Policymakers and planners in agriculture and rural development
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Introduce the principles of GIS and remote sensing in agriculture.
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Demonstrate applications of GIS in soil, crop, and water management.
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Equip participants with skills for agricultural data visualization and mapping.
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Apply GIS for precision agriculture and decision-making.
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Explore GIS-based solutions for agricultural policy and sustainability challenges.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Fundamentals of GIS and Remote Sensing in Agriculture
- Overview of GIS concepts and spatial data types
- Importance of GIS in agriculture and food security
- Introduction to remote sensing tools and data sources
- Role of spatial technologies in agricultural decision making
- Case Study: GIS applications in improving agricultural productivity
Module 2: Soil Mapping and Land Use Analysis
- GIS applications in soil fertility and soil health mapping
- Land cover and land use classification techniques
- Spatial analysis for agricultural land management
- Applications in soil and natural resource planning
- Case Study: Soil and land use management using GIS tools
- Practical: Perform a basic land use classification exercise
Module 3: Crop Monitoring and Precision Farming
- Remote sensing for crop health monitoring and yield estimation
- GIS applications in pest and disease detection and management
- Precision agriculture technologies and data integration
- Data driven decision making in crop production
- Case Study: Precision farming success using GIS and remote sensing
- Practical: Analyze crop health using sample satellite data
Module 4: Water and Irrigation Management with GIS
- Mapping and monitoring irrigation systems
- GIS applications in watershed and drainage analysis
- Water resource planning and management in agriculture
- Enhancing irrigation efficiency using spatial tools
- Case Study: GIS based irrigation and watershed management systems
- Practical: Develop a simple irrigation mapping exercise
Module 5: GIS for Sustainable Agriculture and Policy Development
- GIS applications in climate smart agriculture
- Food security monitoring and agricultural planning
- Role of spatial data in policy development and decision making
- Emerging technologies in agriculture including AI and big data
- Case Study: GIS driven agricultural policy and planning systems
- Practical: Develop a GIS based agricultural planning concept
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Strengthened capacity to use GIS for evidence-based agricultural planning.
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Improved monitoring and evaluation of agriculture and food security programs.
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Increased efficiency in resource allocation for farming and agribusiness projects.
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Adoption of precision farming techniques that reduce costs and increase yields.
Personal Impact
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Practical GIS and remote sensing skills tailored to agriculture.
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Ability to analyze spatial data for soil, crop, and water management.
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Competence in applying GIS for sustainable farming and agribusiness.
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Enhanced career opportunities in agri-tech, research, and development sectors.
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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