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Meet and Greet Farmers Stall at Agrichem Mmamashia tomorrow Sep 7, 2024 (Saturday) from 8 am. MFK-Gardens Horticulture Seedlings Production Centre is happy to announce this collaboration with Agrichem.   COURSE TITLE: POTATO FARMING, VALUE-ADDITION, AND PROCESSING Did you know the weekly demand for fresh potatoes is 20K tonnes? Today we are meeting 5K tonnes as a nation. So, there is plenty of room for everyone! Hunter takes you through producing the crop both in winter and summer. Including later putting this workshop graduates, on request, through cluster management courses. 3-day potato farming & processing classes starting next Thursday, Sep 12-14, 2024 at MFK-Gardens Farmers' Learning Centre, Mmopane. Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive overview of potato farming, including cultivation techniques, pest and disease management, harvesting, storage, and marketing. Additionally, the course covers value addition and processing techniques to increase the economic value of potatoes. Course Delivery: Lectures and presentations Hands-on practical sessions Field visits to farms and processing units Group discussions and case studies Assessment: Quizzes and assignments Practical demonstrations Final project on a value-added potato product Target Audience: Aspiring farmers Agricultural students Entrepreneurs interested in food processing Agricultural extension workers Course Duration: 3 theory days and 3 months practice (12 weeks) Certification: Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Potato Farming Overview of potato as a crop Importance of potatoes in agriculture and economy Types of potatoes and their uses Module 2: Soil Preparation and Planting Soil requirements for potato cultivation Land preparation techniques Seed selection and planting methods Module 3: Crop Management Irrigation practices Fertilization and nutrient management Weed control strategies Module 4: Pest and Disease Management Common pests affecting potatoes Disease identification and management Integrated pest management strategies Module 5: Harvesting and Storage Signs of maturity and harvesting techniques Post-harvest handling and storage methods Factors affecting storage quality Module 6: Marketing of Potatoes Market analysis and demand assessment Packaging and transportation Pricing strategies and market access Module 7: Value Addition Techniques Introduction to value addition Processing methods (e.g., chips, fries, flour) Nutritional enhancement and product diversification Module 8: Processing of Potatoes Equipment and technology for processing Quality control measures Regulatory requirements for processed products Module 9: Business Planning and Entrepreneurship Developing a business plan for potato farming and processing Financial management and funding options Case studies of successful potato businesses Module 10: Sustainability in Potato Farming Sustainable farming practices Environmental impact and mitigation strategies Future trends in potato farming and processing Module 11: Potato Distribution and Exports Title: Potato Distribution and Exports Subtitle: Understanding Global Markets and Supply Chains Image: [Placeholder for potato distribution image Workshop Outline: https://www.myfarmhousekitchensbw.com/potato-commercial.html Contact WhatsApp: 73961421 Farmer's Pride International #potatoplanting #potatoplant #potato #growyourownfood #johndeere #organicfood #sustainableliving #organicgardening #organic #growbags #potatoesgonnapotate #plantlings #potatoesarelife #growingpotatoes #tractor #gardeninglove #gardening #urbangardens #urbangardening #r #myleafline #stemsandbuds #leafline #shortenyourfoodchain #potatoes #containergarden #urgetogrow #gardeningexperiments #gardenexperiment #organicgarden  At The Culinary Studio MFK, we are happy to announce that with our resident Chef Trainers, we have overhauled the format and content of our Learn to Cook and Learn to Bake series. This is to expand the choice of cooking lessons we bring to our learners. Both our chefs are looking forward to the changes made. The changes mean more choices without committing more time, except when you make that choice. The program continues to target at the busy executive who has developed the palate and enthusiasm for culinary art skills that chefs boast about. Of course, with our resident restaurant chefs, be assured that they will delight and inspire any aspiring chef and baker. Our new cooking classes: So, check out our five new Learn to Cook cooking with Mediterranean, continental, Mexican, Korean Chinese and Indian flavours included on the menus. All Learn to Cook series participants learn a full menu with appetizers, main course, sides, and dessert. Our new baking classes: BEGINNERS: Learn to make biscuits Learn to make light breads (scones and muffins) CAKE CLASSES: Learn to make no-fat / unshortened cakes (foam, sponge & meringue cakes) Learn to do butter / shortened cakes & and cupcakes (butter & pound cakes) & and work with whipped cream Learn to dress your cake with buttercream (bring your cake) Learn to dress your cake with fondant (bring your cake) Learn to make gum-paste flowers. BREAD CLASSES: Learn to make pastries. Learn to bake flatbreads (pizza) Learn to bake bread. Find the 2024 calendar of classes here. Classes are held on Saturdays. To book a class: For more information: Cooking Classes at Studio MFK Ledumadumane (myfarmhousekitchensbw.com) To book: WhatsApp +267 73 961 42121 To book a class, indicate:
To go to the newsletter on LinkedIn, click here. NEW COURSE COLLABORATION WITH GREENLY FARM FOCUS: mushroom COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION & PROCESSING1/15/2024  Course Purpose:
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Course Trainer: See company and personal profile attached. Lead Consultant Mr Shame Peter NgoroshaDownload File Course Methodology:
Course Fee: P400 per participant. Includes tea-break and brunch and certificate of participation. INTRODUCTION Objectives By the end of this module, participants are expected to:
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Course Trainer: See company and personal profile attached. Lead Consultant Mr Boweditswe Masilo formerly a senior management personnel in Ministry of Agriculture, Botswana. Business Coordinator Lizbeth Investements (Pty) Ltd. Former Director of Animal Production Former Director Agribusiness Promotion and; Coordinator of Agribusiness Promotion Course Methodology:
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Course Fee: P400 per participant. Includes tea-break.  Course Purpose:
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Course Trainer: Lead Consultant Mr Anthony Mompati Mokobi has over 20 years working with micro and small enterprises. Download File Course Methodology:
Course Fee: P600 per participant. Includes tea-break and brunch. Course Outline: Module 1: INTRODUCTION Objectives By the end of this module, participants are expected to:
Module Outline: 1. Introduction 1.1 What Is A Business 1.2 Key Principles Of Businesses 1.3 The Farmer As An Entrepreneur 1.4 From Subsistence To Commercial Farming 1.5 Why Practise Farming As A Family Business? 1.6 Decision Making At A Family Level 1.6.1 What Decisions Are To Be Made? 1.7 Issues Of Governance In Family Farm Businesses/ Succession 1.8 Conflict Resolution In Family Businesses 1.9 Summary Of Key Issues Module 2: RISK MANAGEMENT IN FARMING BUSINESS Objectives: By the end of this module, participants are expected to:
Module Outline: 2.1 The Concept Of Uncertainty 2.2 The Concept Of Risk 2.3 Risks Associated With Farming Businesses 2.4 Risk Management Measure At Farm Level 2.5 Family Involvement In Managing Farming Risk 2.6 CASE STUDY—Family Involvement In Managing Risk 2.7 Summary Of Key Issues Module 3: PLANNING TOGETHER AS A FAMILY Objectives By the end of this module, participants are expected to:
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Module 4: FARM BUSINESS RECORD KEEPING Objectives By the end of this module, participants are expected to:
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There’s nothing sexier than a partner who knows how to cook. It might not seem like it yet, but Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Studio MFK interactive Valentine’s Day cooking classes is the perfect place to learn some new culinary tricks. For more information: https://www.myfarmhousekitchensbw.com/cupidcookingclass.html  For more information: https://www.myfarmhousekitchensbw.com/cupidcookingclass.html For more information: https://www.myfarmhousekitchensbw.com/essentialcookingskills.html   News from The Studio MFK! Location: Ledumadumane, near Block 7 Gaborone, Botswana) New short cooking class dates in February. Five-weekly cooking course date for March has just been released! For more information: https://www.myfarmhousekitchensbw.com/essentialcookingskills.html For more information: https://www.myfarmhousekitchensbw.com/essentialbakingskills.html  Baking Class  Five-weekly Baking Course News from The Studio MFK (Ledumadumane, near Block 7 Gaborone, Botswana) New baking class dates opened. New cooking class dates in February. Five-weekly cooking course date for March has just been released! For more information: https://www.myfarmhousekitchensbw.com/essentialbakingskills.html |
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