Crop Production and Soil Management

Overview

Feeding nine billion people in 2050 without overwhelming the planetary reserves is a crucial challenge for humankind. To address this challenge, this online program combines the principles of production ecology and the ‘availability pillar’ of global food security with an introduction to environmental studies, specifically the importance of soil. 

This unique program will examine both crop and animal production, as well as the societal and environmental challenges facing our food systems and soil.

The Crop Production and Soil Management programme in collaboration with Wageningen University and Research - WageningenX is a Professional Certificate. 

Job Outlook

• In general, any job or sector that involves food production, environmental sustainability, or resource management could benefit from the program.
• Agriculture and agribusiness: Farmers, agronomists, agribusiness professionals, etc.
• Environmental science and sustainability: Environmental scientists, sustainability consultants, etc.
• Development and aid: Development professionals, aid workers, etc.
• Research and education: Researchers, educators, etc.
• Government and policy: Policymakers, government agencies, etc.