
Workshop on Hi-tech farming techniques (Vertical farming, Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Aquaponics) in Horticultural Crops
Workshop on Hi-tech farming techniques (Vertical farming, Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Aquaponics) in Horticultural Crops
What you are going to LEARN ?
Complete understanding of Hi-Tech farming systems — Hydroponics (NFT, DFT), Aeroponics, Aquaponics, Vertical & Commercial Vertical Farming, Wick systems and other modern protected cultivation methods.
Hands-on practical training — Live demonstration on setup, nutrient management, crop management, system maintenance, and troubleshooting in different hi-tech farming models.
Skill to start farming in small urban & peri-urban spaces — Techniques to grow high-value horticultural crops even in limited space using vertical and soilless systems.
Entrepreneurship confidence in hydroponics & vertical farming — Knowledge required to set up farming commercially as a business or income-generating hobby.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Anybody interested in hi-tech farming techniques of horticultural crops can apply for this training.
All aspiring entrepreneurs including agricultural and horticultural graduates, Diploma holders in horticulture, professionals, SHG women, Homemakers & anybody interested to explore the world of Hydroponics and Vertical Farming to generate income and employment or as hobby.
Agricultural and Horticultural Faculty from various Colleges/Universities, Students from disciplines of Agriculture / Horticulture, Various Government Departments, Farmers, Entrepreneurs, Urban and Peri-urban dwellers are eligible to apply for the workshop.
The sessions will be delivered by scientists and experts from ICAR–IIHR and BESST-HORT, led by
Course Director : Dr. Safeena S. A.
Course Convenor : Dr. Shankara Hebbar
Course Co-Directors : Dr. Kalaivanan D. & Dr. Shilpa Shree K. G
Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M. V. Dhananjaya, CEO, BESST-HORT
The medium of instruction is English Only