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What You'll Learn

Learn precision agriculture tools and strategies—GPS, drones, data, and sensors—to boost yields, cut costs, and build sustainable farming systems
Course Benefits
Industry Certification

Internationally recognized qualification

Expert Instructors

Learn from industry professionals

Dedicated Support

Assistance during and after training

Practical Skills

Apply knowledge immediately

Comprehensive 5-day curriculum with all materials included
Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies
Valuable networking opportunities with peers and experts
Post-course resources and refresher materials
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Duration 5 Days
Level Foundation
Format In-Person

Course Overview

What if every drop of water, every seed planted, and every fertilizer applied could be optimized for maximum yield and minimum waste? That’s the promise of precision agriculture. In today’s farming landscape, success isn’t about working harder—it’s about working smarter with the help of data and technology.

This course takes you beyond the buzzwords, showing how GPS, drones, sensors, and data analytics are transforming farming into a science of precision. You’ll learn how to monitor crops in real time, apply inputs exactly where they’re needed, and make evidence-based decisions that boost profitability while protecting the environment. Whether you’re a farmer, agribusiness professional, or policymaker, this program gives you the tools to modernize agriculture and lead the shift to sustainable food systems.

Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend

  • Farmers, farm managers, and agronomists.

  • Agricultural extension officers and consultants.

  • Agri-tech professionals and solution providers.

  • Policymakers and program managers in agriculture.

  • Students and researchers in agricultural sciences.

Course Impact

Individual Impact

  • Learn to use digital tools and data for smarter farming decisions.

  • Gain confidence in applying technology like drones, GPS, and sensors.

  • Improve your ability to manage resources efficiently and sustainably.

  • Acquire problem-solving skills to respond to changing farm conditions.

  • Enhance career opportunities in agri-tech and modern farming.

Organizational Impact

  • Increase farm or agribusiness productivity and profitability.

  • Reduce input costs through targeted application of seeds, water, and fertilizer.

  • Strengthen sustainability practices and compliance with environmental standards.

  • Improve supply chain efficiency through data-driven insights.

  • Enhance resilience to climate risks with smarter farm management systems.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the principles and benefits of precision agriculture.

  • Apply key technologies like GIS, GPS, and remote sensing to farming.

  • Collect, analyze, and interpret agricultural data for decision-making.

  • Implement precision farming strategies to optimize inputs and yields.

  • Develop an action plan to integrate precision agriculture into their own context.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Precision Agriculture

  • Principles and history of precision farming.

  • Key drivers: technology, sustainability, and market demands.
  • Overview of tools: GPS, GIS, sensors, drones, and big data.
  • Practical Exercise: Mapping your current farming system against precision agriculture practices.

Module 2: Technologies for Precision Farming

  • Remote sensing and drone applications in crop monitoring.

  • IoT devices and sensors for soil, water, and weather data.
  • GIS and GPS applications in land mapping.
  • Case Study: Using drones to detect crop health issues before they spread.

Module 3: Data-Driven Farming Decisions

  • Collecting and managing farm data.

  • Data analytics and interpretation for crop yield predictions.
  • Decision support systems and farm management software.
  • Practical Exercise: Analyzing a sample dataset to recommend fertilizer application.

Module 4: Precision Input Management

  • Variable rate technology for seeds, fertilizer, and pesticides.

  • Smart irrigation and water-use efficiency.

  • Integrated pest and nutrient management using precision tools.
  • Case Study: A farm that cut input costs by 30% through variable rate application.

Module 5: Implementing Precision Agriculture in Practice

  • Overcoming barriers: cost, training, and infrastructure.

  • Precision agriculture in smallholder vs. large-scale farming.
  • Future trends: AI, robotics, and predictive farming models.
  • Practical Exercise: Develop a precision agriculture adoption roadmap for your farm or organization.

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites required. This course is suitable for beginners and professionals alike.

Course Administration Details

Customized Training

This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.

Requirements

Participants need to be proficient in English.

Training Fee

The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.

Payment

Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.

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In-Person Training Schedules


January 2026
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Cape Town, South Africa USD 3,500 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 4,000 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Zanzibar, Tanzania USD 2,200 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 115,000 | USD 1,500 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,800 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Accra, Ghana USD 5,950 Enroll Now
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Dar es Salaam, Tanzania USD 2,000 Enroll Now
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Dakar, Senegal USD 3,500 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Pretoria, South Africa USD 3,100 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,500 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Naivasha, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Arusha, Tanzania USD 2,000 Enroll Now
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5 days
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Nairobi, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 99,000
USD 1,400
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Cape Town, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,500
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dubai, United Arabs Emirates
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 4,000
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,200
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Mombasa, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 115,000
USD 1,500
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kigali, Rwanda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 1,800
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Accra, Ghana
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 5,950
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kampala, Uganda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,200
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,000
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,100
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Nakuru, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dakar, Senegal
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Pretoria, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,100
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kisumu, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Naivasha, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Arusha, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,000
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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about this course

It’s the use of technology and data to farm more efficiently—using the right inputs, at the right time, in the right place.
No, many tools are designed to be user-friendly, and this course will show you practical ways to use them.
It reduces waste, improves yields, and makes farming more sustainable—even on small plots of land.
No, it’s also about mindset—using data and evidence for smarter decision-making in farming.
You’ll leave with hands-on skills, case studies, and a roadmap for applying precision agriculture in your own context.
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