This is an introductory course covering all the necessary elements in rice production: from land preparation to post-harvest operations. Participants will acquire basic knowledge and participate in hands-on exercises in the rice field.
Objectives
- Describe the rice plant’s anatomy, life cycle, and growth requirements
- Identify the procedures in growing rice
- Apply the necessary skills in growing and harvesting rice
Key Modules
- Rice and its ecosystem
- Quality seed
- Crop establishment
- Crop management
- Rice harvest and management
Target Audience
- Government officials
- NARES/NGOs/CBOs
- Scientists
- Private Sector agri-business employees (large and small)
- Students
- Anyone who is interested!
*suitable for people with little or no prior knowledge
Prerequisites
- None. However participants should note that the course does require some outdoor physical exertion.