Australia: New series of protected cropping masterclasses

Also in 2017, a special series of technical training courses for greenhouse and hydroponic production is available under the Certificate IV in Production Horticulture.

This course is specifically designed to develop high level technical and management skills of:

Growers in protected cropping
Suppliers of hydroponic equipment
Agronomists
Horticultural researchers and educators
including new industry entrants

This Protected Cropping Masterclass includes practical training, discussions, demonstrations and lectures supported by written notes, and other practical tools. It is conducted by two experienced industry presenters Graeme Smith (Graeme Smith Consulting) and Rick Donnan (Growool Horticultural Systems) and is customised to suit the requirements of each group.

Topics include growing media, plant physiology, nutrient management, water quality, irrigation, EC & pH, environmental management, production systems and plant health.

This 4.5 day masterclass will help you:

understand the principles of controlled production systems
use new strategies and technologies to manage greenhouse climates and irrigation.
understand plant growing requirements and plant production techniques
develop new strategies for plant protection and integrated pest-management
understand plant nutrition and fertigation programs

This training is now in its 10th year in Australia and is continually reviewed, revised and updated to include the latest ideas and technology. Hundreds have benefited by participating in the course and rate it highly.

Course Cost: AU$2,250
Total Duration: 4.5 days

To register your interest or for further information regarding the above course please contact the Course Coordinator: Leigh Taig email: ltaig@gotafe.vic.edu.au or ph +613 5833 2851, mobile +61 (0) 438 381 834

Please note: All courses require sufficient enrolments to commence and there are limited places in each course.