course specifications
MFK-Gardens Farmers Learning Centre in collaboration with Farmers' Pride International ((1) Facebook) is pleased to bring you from September 2024, a 3-day theory and practical course on the full production cycle of potato farming and processing.
Come and learn how to grow and process potatoes commercially.
Come and learn how to grow and process potatoes commercially.
Flyer September 2024 class.
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DID YOU KNOW?
BOTSWANA NATIONAL WEEKLY (DATA BASED ON CHOPPIES, SPAR & SHOPRITE STORES COUNTRY-WIDE):
- DEMAND FOR FRIED CHIPS: 900 TONNES (45 ha/wk)
- DEMAND FOR FRESH POTATOES: 20,000 TONNES (1,000 ha/wk)
- SUPPLY OF FRESH POTATOES: 5000-10,000 TONNES (250-500 ha/wk)
EXPECTED PRODCTION IN:
- SUMMER: 17–20 tonnes per hectare
- WINTER: 25–40 tonnes per hectare.
Course Title: Potato Farming, Value Addition, and Processing
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.
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.
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Course Trainer: See company and personal profile attached.
Lead Consultant Hunter of Farmers' Pride International For CV click here. |
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Course Duration:
- 2-days
- Time: 8.30 am to 5 pm
- Registration Starts: 8:30 AM
Workshop Begins: 9:00 AM
Workshop Adjourns: 3:00 PM
Course Outcomes:
To equip farmers with:
To equip farmers with:
- Understanding the prospects of potato cultivation
- Learning methods for growing potatoes.
- Understanding the full production cycle.
Course Delivery:
- Lectures and presentations
- Hands-on practical sessions
- Field visits to farms and processing units
- Group discussions and case studies
- Assessment
Assessment:
- Quizzes and assignments
- Practical demonstrations
- Final project on a value-added potato product
Certification:
- Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.
Course Fee: P450 per participant. Includes lunch and certificate of participation.
course outline
Module 1: Introduction to Potato Farming
Module 2: Soil Preparation and Planting
Module 3: Crop Management
Module 4: Pest and Disease Management
Module 5: Harvesting and Storage
Module 6: Marketing of Potatoes
Module 7: Value Addition Techniques
Module 8: Processing of Potatoes
Module 9: Business Planning and Entrepreneurship
Module 10: Sustainability in Potato Farming
Module 11: Potato Distribution and Exports
- 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
Bank Payment to:
Pinnacle Foods & Hospitality Group (PTY) Ltd.
Bank: FNB Mogoditshane
Account Number: 62833930086
Pinnacle Foods & Hospitality Group (PTY) Ltd.
Bank: FNB Mogoditshane
Account Number: 62833930086