The “Urban Farming and Gardening” course offered by Stepsure Training and Research Institute is designed to provide participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to establish and sustain productive urban farms and gardens. Urban agriculture is a powerful movement fostering sustainability, local food security, and community empowerment within urban areas. This course aims to inspire individuals to explore urban farming as a way to improve their lifestyle, promote green urban spaces, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Course Objectives
The primary objectives of this course are to enable participants to:
- Understand the fundamentals and benefits of urban farming and gardening.
- Develop hands-on skills to set up and manage urban gardens and farms.
- Adopt sustainable and eco-friendly urban agriculture practices.
- Foster food security and community collaboration through urban agriculture.
- Enhance personal well-being and green urban spaces through gardening initiatives.
Organizational Benefits
- Promote employee well-being and engagement with gardening initiatives.
- Strengthen corporate social responsibility through urban agriculture support.
- Improve food security and strengthen urban community resilience.
- Build partnerships with urban agriculture projects and organizations.
- Develop a skilled workforce to lead urban farming programs.
Target Participants
This course is ideal for:
- Urban residents eager to start their own farms or gardens.
- Community garden leaders and volunteers.
- Educators and institutions incorporating urban farming into learning activities.
- Non-profits and local organizations advocating for sustainable urban agriculture.
- Urban planners and policymakers focused on green city initiatives.
- Corporates looking to engage in urban farming as part of social responsibility programs.
Course Outline
- Module 1: Introduction to Urban Farming and Gardening
- The importance and impact of urban agriculture.
- How urban farming benefits individuals and communities.
- Module 2: Planning Your Urban Farm or Garden
- Choosing and assessing suitable urban farming locations.
- Creating detailed farming or gardening plans.
- Module 3: Soil Preparation and Management
- Testing and improving soil quality.
- Using composting techniques to enhance soil health.
- Module 4: Urban Farming and Gardening Techniques
- Planting, cultivating, and harvesting in urban settings.
- Using containers and vertical spaces for gardening.
- Module 5: Water Management in Urban Agriculture
- Efficient irrigation systems for urban areas.
- Rainwater harvesting and water conservation techniques.
- Module 6: Pest and Disease Management
- Managing pests using integrated approaches.
- Organic methods for pest and disease control.
- Module 7: Sustainable Practices in Urban Agriculture
- Applying permaculture principles in urban farms.
- Using companion planting for biodiversity.
- Module 8: Community Engagement and Education
- Engaging communities in urban agriculture initiatives.
- Hosting workshops and educational programs.
- Module 9: Harvesting, Preserving, and Sharing
- Techniques for efficient harvesting and food preservation.
- Sharing surplus produce to strengthen community ties.
- Module 10: Urban Agriculture Policy and Future Trends
- Understanding policies and regulations for urban agriculture.
- Exploring innovations and future trends in urban farming.
General Notes
- All courses can be customized to meet the specific needs of participants.
- Participants should be proficient in English for effective communication.
- Training includes well-structured presentations, practical activities, web-based tutorials, and group discussions. Facilitators have over a decade of expertise.
- Successful participants will receive a certificate from Stepsure Training and Research Institute.
- Training sessions are conducted at Stepsure Training and Research Institute centers. Online and on-site training options are also available as per client schedules.
- Course durations are flexible, with content tailored to desired timelines.
- The fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Completion. Participants handle travel arrangements, visas, and personal expenses independently.
- Additional services like accommodation, pick-up, and visa processing are available at discounted rates upon request.
- Optional add-ons include the provision of tablets or laptops at an additional fee.
- Participants receive one year of free consultation and coaching post-training.
- Group registrations (2 or more participants) qualify for discounts ranging from 10% to 50%.
- Payments should be made before the training commences or as agreed upon, to ensure proper arrangements.
Contact Us
For inquiries, contact us at info@stepsureresearchinstitute.org
or call us at +254 723 482 495.
Visit our website: www.stepsureresearchinstitute.org.
