agricultural policy course
This course equips agriculture professionals with essential tools to design effective fertiliser policies that protect water and soil quality without compromising yields or farm incomes. Explore environmental science, best management practices, economic incentives, and regulations. Build policy options, analyse impacts on productivity and incomes, and draft compelling briefs to balance environmental protection with agricultural sustainability in a South African context.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills to craft fertiliser and water policies that safeguard soil and water quality while maintaining crop yields and farmer incomes. Master environmental science fundamentals, optimal fertiliser practices, economic incentives, and regulatory frameworks. Apply knowledge by developing policy packages, evaluating trade-offs, and preparing clear, evidence-based briefs for policymakers and stakeholders.
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Develop skills
- Design fertiliser policies: quickly create strict, incentive-based, and hybrid models.
- Draft precise policy briefs: summarise science, effects, and actionable recommendations.
- Evaluate fertiliser effects: connect yields, water quality, and farmer profitability.
- Apply economic analysis: weigh costs, benefits, and trade-offs in policy decisions.
- Involve stakeholders: strategise farmer engagement, consultations, and risk management.
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