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The design and application of innovative ICT solutions in agriculture management.

Principles of e-agriculture

Understand the techniques, methods, and principles that promote a sustainable use of land and soil in crop production. It is based on the three principles of permanent soil cover, minimum soil disturbance, and diversification of plant species.

Basics of conservation agriculture

Diversity of soil elements and types of soil in relation to plant growth.

Principles of soil structure

The microcredential "Principles of Smart and Sustainable Agriculture" is designed to provide learners with the basis of modern agricultural practices that prioritize efficiency, environmental sustainability, and ethical considerations. Participants will explore topics such as remote sensing, precision farming, agroforestry, sustainable water and energy management practices, soil health and assessment tools, and regenerative practices, with an entrepreneurial perspective. By completing this microcredential, learners will gain the foundational knowledge to contribute to the development of a more sustainable and productive agricultural sector.

Overview of smart farming, emphasizing the role of technology in modern agriculture. Learn how sensors are used to monitor environmental conditions, soil health, and crop status in real-time. Explore Decision Support Systems (DSS) and how these tools analyze data and provide actionable insights to optimize decision-making processes in farming.

Module 1: Smart Agriculture & Digital Farming

Comprehensive knowledge and skills in agroforestry systems and the utilization of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) for precision agriculture, exploring their environmental and socioeconomic benefits, and the practical steps for implementation.

Module 2: Precision Agriculture and Smart Farming Approaches

Explore Smart Agriculture Technologies, gaining insights into strategic investments and entrepreneurial approaches that foster productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability. Learn about cutting-edge renewable energy applications, water-efficient technologies, and policies that support resilience and sustainability in farming.

Module 3: Green and digital twin transition of farms and agri-food industries

Exploitation of innovative regenerative practices to enhance soil fertility, increase agricultural productivity, and promote sustainability. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of soil's critical role in the global food system, delve into its biological properties, learn to use advanced tools for assessing soil health, and implement regenerative practices.

Module 4: Soil fertility and regenerative emerging practices

Explore tools, knowledge, and strategies to turn innovative ideas into successful, sustainable businesses. It covers essential topics such as concept development, market validation, intellectual property management, legal compliance, marketing strategies, business modeling, team building, financing options, and investor engagement. Foster the development of critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities.

Module 5: Entrepreneurship and new ventures in agro-food

Principles of Smart and Sustainable Agriculture

Food4Sustainability CoLAB is a non-for-profit association dedicated to innovation in sustainable food production.

Its concept and circular production systems approach was developed through a collaborative process with relevant national and international stakeholders and experts as part of Building Global Innovators (BGI) collaboration with the Idanha-a-Nova (Portugal) municipality and involved various partners from the EIT Digital, Climate KIC and EIT Food networks.

What is a CoLAB?
In order to stimulate the creation of skilled jobs generating economic and social value in Portugal, the Government promotes research and innovation "laboratories" that bring together companies, universities and scientific centres, called Collaborative Laboratories (CoLAB).

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Principles of Smart and Sustainable Agriculture

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Principles of e-agriculture

Basics of conservation agriculture

Principles of soil structure

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