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12-month programme · ASDP

Agriculture Specialist Development Programme

Specialise. Lead. Transform Agriculture.

Twelve months of in-depth, specialised training for the people who advise, train and lead in agriculture.

Duration
12 months
Ends with
Specialist expertise in your chosen division
Support
Our 360° training and support model

Who it's for

  • Agri-leaders and advisors
  • Extension agents and technicians
  • Graduates who want deep technical expertise in one area of agriculture

What you'll gain

  • In-depth, specialised agri-science training
  • Practical experience alongside the theory
  • The technical excellence and innovative mindset to lead in the sector
  • A specialist certificate on completion

Six divisions

Twelve Months of Focused, Practical Training

  • Soil, Climate and Water
  • Crops and Horticultural Science
  • Plant Health and Protection
  • Food Science and Agro-processing
  • Farm Management, Advisory and Extension Services
  • Business Commercialisation and Marketing

The programme runs for 12 months. You focus on one division as your specialisation.

Two trainees working with onion seedlings inside a tunnel

Where it leads

What You Walk Away With After Twelve Months

  • Expertise in your chosen specialisation
  • The confidence to advise, train and lead others
  • Access to employment opportunities in your area of specialisation

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