Orchard and Fruit Trees Management
Global demand for organic fruits is rising steadily and is expected to expand further in the coming years. Organic produce earns premium prices and offers strong profit potential for farmers who meet required quality and certification standards, creating a sustainable business opportunity for orchard growers.
Global demand for organic fruits is rising steadily and is expected to expand further in the coming years. Organic produce earns premium prices and offers strong profit potential for farmers who meet required quality and certification standards, creating a sustainable business opportunity for orchard growers. This course provides practical skills in orchard establishment and management, including site and variety selection, soil fertility, pruning, pest and disease control, harvesting, post-harvest handling, and compliance with organic standards for local and international markets.
Skills You Will Acquire
What will the participant learn?
- Establish and design sustainable orchards based on site suitability and climate conditions
- Select appropriate fruit tree varieties for market demand and ecological adaptability
- Improve and manage soil fertility using organic and regenerative practices
- Apply proper tree training and pruning techniques to enhance productivity
- Implement integrated pest and disease management (IPM) strategies
- Practice efficient water management and soil conservation methods
- Conduct proper harvesting and post-harvest handling to maintain quality
- Comply with organic certification standards and market requirements
- Develop basic business and marketing strategies for orchard enterprises
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Design and establish a sustainable and productive orchard system.
- Apply ecological soil and water management practices to improve tree health and yields.
- Implement effective pest and disease management using organic approaches.
- Conduct proper pruning, harvesting, and post-harvest handling techniques.
- Meet organic certification standards and access profitable fruit markets.
- Develop a viable orchard business plan for long-term sustainability.
Who Can Participate?
This course is designed for a wide range of individuals and professionals who are interested in sustainable land-use, conflict resolution, and circular economy practices. Participants may include:
- Farmers and Pastoralists who are seeking practical strategies to coexist peacefully and maximize shared natural resources.
- Community Leaders and Elders who are involved in mediation and grassroots conflict resolution within farming and pastoralist communities.
- Local Government Officials and Planners who are responsible for land-use planning, natural resource management, and community development.
- Environmental and Agricultural Extension Officers who are looking to support sustainable practices and community resilience.
- NGO and CSO Representatives who are working on peacebuilding, environmental sustainability, or rural development projects.
Courses 2026
- 17th – 21st August 2026 - Course ID: OFTM
- 14th – 18th September 2026 - Course ID: OFTM
- 02nd – 06th November 2026 - Course ID: OFTM
Please note that our training schedule is subject to change due to variable course attendance. To confirm the course dates contact us as indicated below.
Training Fee: TZS 500,000 per participant
Application Form
Register now for our training courses and gain valuable skills in sustainable agriculture! Simply fill out the form below with your contact information, course selection, and preferred date. Payment options available upon registration.
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