Professional Certificate in Urban Agriculture & Green Infrastructure
-- ViewingNowThe Professional Certificate in Urban Agriculture & Green Infrastructure is a course designed to empower learners with the essential skills to address urban food security, environmental sustainability, and community development challenges. This program emphasizes the importance of merging traditional agricultural practices with innovative technology to create sustainable urban farming solutions.
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• Introduction to Urban Agriculture: Understanding the principles and practices of urban agriculture, including the benefits and challenges of growing food in cities.
• Urban Soils and Soil Management: Examining the properties and management of urban soils, including soil testing, amendments, and conservation techniques.
• Plant Selection and Planting Design: Learning about the best plants for urban agriculture, including vegetables, fruits, and herbs, and how to design productive and attractive planting arrangements.
• Integrated Pest Management: Exploring the principles and practices of integrated pest management, including the use of biological, cultural, and chemical controls.
• Water Management and Irrigation: Examining the importance of water management in urban agriculture, including irrigation techniques, rainwater harvesting, and water conservation.
• Green Infrastructure and Urban Planning: Understanding the role of green infrastructure in urban planning, including the design and implementation of green roofs, walls, and other urban green spaces.
• Urban Farming Systems: Learning about different urban farming systems, such as hydroponics, aquaponics, and vertical farming, and their advantages and disadvantages.
• Sustainable Urban Agriculture Practices: Exploring best practices for sustainable urban agriculture, including composting, cover cropping, and crop rotation.
• Community Engagement and Urban Agriculture: Examining the role of community engagement in urban agriculture, including the importance of outreach, education, and partnership-building.
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