Training on Sustainable Agricultural Land & Water Management
A practical training on sustainable land and water management for agriculture covering soil conservation, irrigation efficiency, and watershed planning.
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
Sustainable land and water management is essential for improving agricultural productivity while protecting natural resources and ensuring long-term environmental sustainability. With increasing pressure on land, water scarcity, and climate change impacts, agricultural professionals must adopt practices that promote efficient resource use and sustainable farming systems.
This course equips participants with practical knowledge and tools to manage soil and water resources effectively. The course focuses on sustainable farming practices, soil conservation, irrigation management, watershed management, and climate-resilient agricultural strategies that support sustainable food production and environmental protection.
Participants will gain practical insights into land use planning, water conservation techniques, and integrated approaches that enhance agricultural productivity while maintaining ecological balance.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Agricultural officers and agronomists
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Environmental and natural resource managers
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Irrigation and water resource specialists
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Agricultural extension officers
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Development practitioners working in agriculture
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Farmers’ cooperative managers and project officers
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand principles of sustainable land and water management
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Apply soil conservation and land management practices
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Improve irrigation efficiency and water resource management
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Implement watershed management strategies for agriculture
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Promote climate-resilient agricultural practices
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Sustainable Land & Water Management
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Concepts and principles of sustainable land and water management
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Importance of soil and water conservation in agriculture
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Impacts of land degradation and water scarcity
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Policy frameworks and sustainable agriculture strategies
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Case Study: Sustainable land management practices in agricultural systems
Module 2: Soil Conservation & Land Management Techniques
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Soil erosion and land degradation challenges
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Soil conservation methods and sustainable land practices
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Contour farming, terracing, and conservation tillage
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Land use planning for agricultural sustainability
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Practical Exercise: Developing a soil conservation plan
Module 3: Water Resource Management & Irrigation Systems
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Principles of agricultural water management
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Efficient irrigation systems and water-saving technologies
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Rainwater harvesting and water storage techniques
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Irrigation scheduling and water use efficiency
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Case Study: Improving irrigation efficiency in agriculture
Module 4: Watershed Management & Climate Resilience
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Integrated watershed management approaches
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Managing agricultural landscapes and water catchments
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Climate change impacts on land and water resources
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Climate-smart agriculture and adaptation strategies
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Practical Exercise: Watershed management planning
Module 5: Integrated Land & Water Management Strategies
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Integrated soil, water, and crop management practices
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Sustainable agricultural land use planning
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Monitoring and evaluating land and water management practices
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Emerging technologies in sustainable agriculture
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Group Project: Designing a sustainable land and water management plan
Where the change lands
Individual Impact
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Improved knowledge of sustainable land and water management practices
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Skills to implement soil conservation and water efficiency strategies
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Ability to support climate-resilient agriculture
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Enhanced capacity in sustainable agricultural planning
Organizational Impact
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Improved agricultural resource management and productivity
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Reduced land degradation and better soil conservation practices
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More efficient water use in agricultural production
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Stronger support for sustainable agriculture and environmental protection
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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