In-Person · On Site
Introduction to Crop Production
Five days in the field learning to grow a crop from bare land to harvest.
- Price
- R6 499
- Duration
- 5 days
- Delivery
- On Site
- Next start
- Starting soon
- Live sessions
- Five days on an EARN farm
- Certificate
- Certificate on completion
A hands-on course on an EARN farm covering the full crop cycle: preparing land, planting, watering, feeding, protecting and harvesting.
What you'll learn
- Prepare land and plan a planting for your season
- Plant, water and feed a crop through its full cycle
- Recognise and deal with common crop problems early
- Harvest and handle produce to market standard
Curriculum
Day 1: Land and Planning
Reading your soil, preparing the land and planning what to plant.
Day 2: Planting
Seedbeds, transplanting and plant spacing.
Day 3: Water and Nutrition
Irrigation basics and feeding your crop.
Day 4: Crop Care
Weeds, pests and diseases, and how to stay ahead of them.
Day 5: Harvest
Harvest timing, handling and getting produce ready to sell.
Who it's for
- Beginners who want real field experience
- Emerging and smallholder farmers
- Young people exploring a future in agriculture
How it works
On the Farm
All five days take place on an EARN farm in South Africa. Directions and a kit list are emailed after you book.
What You Need
Closed shoes, a hat and clothes you can work in. Protective gear is provided.
Common questions
What if I need a refund?
Cancel at least 14 days before your first session and we refund you in full. Inside 14 days, we move your seat to the next cohort at no cost instead.
What if I miss a live session?
Every live session is recorded and shared with your cohort within 24 hours, so you can catch up in your own time. Your facilitator also runs a short Q&A at the start of the next session.
Do I need my own land or equipment?
No. The online courses teach you how to plan, build and run a system before you spend a cent on equipment. In-person courses take place on EARN's working farms, where everything you need is ready for you.
Can I join from outside South Africa?
Yes. Online courses are open to anyone, anywhere, and we accept international cards. Live session times are set in South African time (SAST), so check how they fall in your time zone. In-person courses take place in South Africa.
Can I book for a group or a team?
Yes. Choose up to 10 seats when you book. For larger groups, cooperatives or company teams, contact us and we will put together a group package.