Training on GIS & Remote Sensing in Agriculture, Food Security, and Climate Change
Understand modern sustainability. This training gives you the fundamentals to use GIS and remote sensing to drive impactful solutions.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Foundation
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing technologies are transforming how organizations understand, monitor, and address challenges in agriculture, food security, and climate change. This course equips participants with the skills to collect, analyze, and interpret geospatial data to improve agricultural productivity, strengthen food security strategies, and support climate change adaptation. Participants will learn how to apply GIS and remote sensing tools in real-world contexts through guided case studies.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Agricultural officers, researchers, and extension workers
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Food security and climate change specialists
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Environmental scientists and policymakers
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GIS and remote sensing practitioners
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Development professionals working in agriculture and sustainability
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the fundamentals of GIS and remote sensing in agriculture and climate change.
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Collect, manage, and analyze geospatial data.
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Apply GIS and remote sensing techniques to monitor agricultural productivity and food security.
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Use geospatial tools to support climate change adaptation strategies.
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Interpret case studies to apply lessons in real-world agricultural and environmental projects.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to GIS, Remote Sensing, and Applications in Agriculture
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Basics of GIS and remote sensing
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Role in agriculture, food security, and climate monitoring
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Case Study: Mapping crop distribution using satellite imagery
Module 2: Data Collection and Management in GIS
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Sources of geospatial and remote sensing data
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Data integration and preprocessing techniques
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Case Study: Collecting and managing agricultural data for food security projects
Module 3: Remote Sensing for Agriculture and Food Security
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Monitoring crop health, yield, and soil conditions
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Identifying food insecurity hotspots through geospatial analysis
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Case Study: Remote sensing applications in drought monitoring
Module 4: GIS for Climate Change Monitoring and Adaptation
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Assessing climate risks and vulnerabilities with GIS
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Supporting climate-smart agriculture and resilience strategies
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Case Study: Using GIS for flood and drought risk mapping
Module 5: Practical Applications and Future Trends
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Integrating GIS and remote sensing into decision-making
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Emerging technologies (AI, drones, big data) in agriculture and climate monitoring
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Case Study: Building a GIS-based early warning system for food security
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Improved capacity to apply GIS and remote sensing in agriculture and food security projects
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Evidence-based planning for climate change adaptation and mitigation
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Enhanced monitoring of agricultural productivity and environmental resources
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Better-informed policy and strategic decisions through geospatial data insights
Individual Impact
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Practical skills in GIS and remote sensing for agriculture and climate studies
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Ability to analyze and visualize spatial data for decision-making
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Stronger technical expertise in applying geospatial tools to food security challenges
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Expanded career opportunities in agriculture, environment, 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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