Course Overview
This 5-module course provides agricultural professionals, extension workers, and farm managers with practical knowledge and tools to implement effective farm data management systems. From digital recordkeeping and sensor integration to data analytics and decision support, participants will learn how to build and utilize systems that drive productivity, compliance, and profitability on farms of all sizes.
DURATION
5 Days
Target Audience
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Farm Managers and Agribusiness Owners
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Agricultural Extension Officers
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ICT and Data Specialists in Agriculture
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Agri-Tech Startups and Developers
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Researchers and Advisors in Farm Productivity
Course Level: Intermediate
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Understand the structure and components of farm data management systems
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Identify key data points for crop, livestock, and resource monitoring
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Use digital tools and platforms for data collection and storage
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Analyze and interpret farm data for operational improvements
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Develop data strategies that support compliance, traceability, and scaling
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Foundations of Farm Data Management
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Importance of data in modern agriculture
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Types of farm data: agronomic, environmental, financial
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Overview of data sources: sensors, apps, satellite, manual logs
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Case Study: Transitioning from manual to digital recordkeeping
Module 2: Tools and Technologies for Data Collection
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Mobile apps, cloud-based tools, and IoT devices
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Farm management information systems (FMIS)
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Integration with GPS, drones, and weather stations
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Exercise: Selecting appropriate tools for a smallholder farm
Module 3: Data Storage, Quality, and Security
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Structuring farm databases and digital logs
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Data quality control and validation techniques
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Backup, cloud storage, and cybersecurity basics
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Activity: Setting up a secure data management workflow
Module 4: Farm Data Analysis and Decision-Making
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Converting raw data into actionable insights
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Using dashboards, reports, and predictive analytics
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KPI development for farm performance tracking
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Practical Demo: Interpreting yield and input efficiency reports
Module 5: Compliance, Traceability, and Scaling Systems
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Meeting certification, food safety, and regulatory requirements
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Traceability solutions for supply chain transparency
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Designing scalable data systems for expansion and growth
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Final Project: Drafting a digital data management plan for a farm
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
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