Introduction
This comprehensive training course on Urban Agriculture and Food Systems provides participants with the knowledge and skills to integrate food production into urban areas, enhancing sustainability and community resilience. As cities grow, the need for localized, resilient, and environmentally sound food systems becomes increasingly critical. This training course will delve into the principles and practices of urban agriculture, exploring how to design and implement systems that address food security, promote ecological balance, and foster community engagement within urban environments.
This training course offers a thorough understanding of the methods used in urban agriculture, the strategies for developing sustainable urban food systems, and the policies that support urban food production. Participants will learn how to apply urban agriculture techniques in various urban settings, including rooftops, vertical farms, community gardens, and peri-urban areas. By the end of this training course, attendees will be equipped to design, implement, and manage urban agriculture projects that contribute to more sustainable, resilient, and food-secure cities.
Target Audience
Course Objectives
DURATION
5 Days
Course Content
Module 1: Principles of Urban Agriculture
Module 2: Urban Farming Methods and Techniques
Module 3: Designing Sustainable Urban Food Systems
Module 4: Urban Agriculture Policy and Planning
Module 5: Community Engagement and Education
Module 6: Benefits and Impacts of Urban Agriculture
Module 7: Challenges and Solutions in Urban Agriculture
Module 8: Integrating Urban Agriculture into Urban Planning
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.
Dates | Fees | Location | Apply |
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12/05/2025 - 16/05/2025 | $4500 | Dubai |
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19/05/2025 - 23/05/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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26/05/2025 - 30/05/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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02/06/2025 - 06/06/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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09/06/2025 - 13/06/2025 | $1750 | Mombasa |
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16/06/2025 - 20/06/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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23/06/2025 - 27/06/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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07/07/2025 - 11/07/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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14/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3500 | Johannesburg |
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21/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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04/08/2025 - 08/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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11/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $1750 | Mombasa |
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18/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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25/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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01/09/2025 - 05/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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08/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3500 | Dar es Salaam |
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15/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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22/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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06/10/2025 - 10/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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13/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3000 | Kigali |
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20/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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27/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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10/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $1750 | Mombasa |
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17/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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08/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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15/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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