Advanced Rice Production and Mechanization

This 4-day intensive training course aims to equip participants with an in-depth view of rice production, mechanization, and post-harvest processes. Learners will participate in field visits, hands-on activities, demonstrations, and discussions with IRRI scientists and experts.

Objectives

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

• practice end-to-end rice production and post-harvest processes;
• describe the procedure in determining seed quality and characteristics;
• explain how the post-production process can reduce losses and increase the value of a rice crop;
• identify mechanized system solutions for a specific local environment;
• initiate discussions with local farmers and IRRI staff on their respective areas of expertise.

Key Modules

• Introduction to IRRI
• Quality Seed Varieties and Selection
• Rice Production
  • Crop Establishment
  • Crop Requirements
  • Crop Protection and Care
• Planting Equipment
• Post-harvest Processes
• Maintaining Quality and Purity of Seeds
• Mechanization Skills

Target Audience

• Scientists and officials

Duration: 4 days

Prerequisites:

None. However, participants should note that the course requires some outdoor physical exertion.