Soil Analysis for Agriculture Course
This course provides practical skills in soil analysis tailored for maize and soya bean farming, focusing on test interpretation, zoning, and precise nutrient management to optimize yields and profitability.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Soil Analysis for Farming Course equips you with hands-on skills to interpret soil tests, plan proper sampling methods, and identify factors limiting yields for maize and soya beans. You will cover zoning techniques, pH, phosphorus, potassium, organic matter, sulphur, and zinc readings, then use that information to create accurate lime and fertiliser recommendations, variable-rate application plans, and straightforward field reports that enhance output and profits every planting season.
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Develop skills
- Interpreting soil tests: convert pH, phosphorus, potassium, and organic matter results into straightforward decisions for the field.
- Planning variable-rate applications: quickly develop lime and fertiliser plans based on zones.
- Fertility management for maize and soya beans: create exact programmes for nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and micronutrients.
- Zoning fields: map hilltops, slopes, and low areas to address yield constraints.
- Management focused on returns: support lime and fertiliser use with cost-benefit analysis per zone.
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