Training on Soil Health & Fertility Management
Learn to assess, monitor, and manage soil fertility with practical exercises, sustainable practices, and digital tools for improved crop yields.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Dakar
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 course provides a comprehensive understanding of soil health, fertility management, and sustainable soil improvement strategies. It focuses on enhancing soil productivity, nutrient optimization, and environmentally responsible practices for improved crop yields and sustainable farming systems.
Emphasis is placed on soil assessment techniques, nutrient management, organic and inorganic fertilization, and climate-smart practices. The course combines practical demonstrations, case studies, and hands-on exercises to support sustainable, high-performance agricultural production.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Agronomists and agricultural extension officers
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Farmers, cooperatives, and producer groups
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Soil and crop scientists
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Agribusiness managers and farm supervisors
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Development practitioners and NGOs
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Policy makers in agriculture and land management
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand soil composition, structure, and fertility management principles
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Assess and monitor soil health using practical tools and tests
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Apply nutrient management strategies for optimum crop growth
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Implement organic and sustainable soil improvement practices
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Integrate soil health management into farm planning for improved productivity
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Soil Health & Soil Science
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Soil composition, structure, and functions
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Importance of soil health for crop production
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Soil degradation and its implications
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Case Study: Soil health challenges and success stories in smallholder farms
Module 2: Soil Fertility & Nutrient Management
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Macro- and micronutrients essential for plant growth
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Fertilizer types, application methods, and timing
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Soil testing and interpretation
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Practical Exercise: Soil sampling and nutrient analysis
Module 3: Organic & Sustainable Soil Practices
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Organic amendments: compost, manure, biofertilizers
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Crop rotation, cover crops, and green manuring
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Conservation agriculture principles
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Case Study: Organic soil management improving yields
Module 4: Soil Health Monitoring & Technologies
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Soil testing technologies and digital tools
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Precision agriculture and monitoring techniques
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Tracking soil health indicators over time
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Practical Exercise: Using soil test kits and digital tools
Module 5: Integration & Soil Fertility Action Planning
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Developing soil health and fertility improvement plans
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Linking soil management to productivity and sustainability
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Participant presentations of soil improvement strategies
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Capstone Activity: Draft actionable soil fertility management plan
Where the change lands
Personal Impact
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Strengthened knowledge of soil health and fertility principles
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Enhanced practical skills in soil assessment and nutrient management
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Increased capacity to adopt sustainable and productive soil management systems
Organizational Impact
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Improved crop yields and farm productivity
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Better integration of sustainable soil management practices
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Enhanced capacity for climate-smart and environmentally responsible agriculture
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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DakarNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dar es Salaam | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Nakuru | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Pretoria | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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