- Growers in protected cropping (greenhouse, vertical farm, hydroponic, aquaponic)
- Suppliers of hydroponic equipment
- Agronomists
- Horticultural researchers and educators, and includes new industry entrants
Topics include growing media, plant physiology, nutrient management, water quality, irrigation, EC & pH, environmental management, production systems and plant health.
- 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
- "...presentations (were) very alive/informative and practical."
- "...the subject matter was well covered from basic principles to advanced."
- "All aspects of the course were excellent and relevant!"
- "The presenters had great practical knowledge and experience..."
- Auckland, New Zealand - Supported by Autogrow: 16th — 20th July 2018
- Virginia SA - Supported by Ironwood Institute: 30 July — 3rd August 2018
- Deavon Meadows VIC - Supported by Australian Fresh Leaf Herbs: 24th — 28th September 2018
- Hawkesbury NSW - Supported by WSU: 8-12 October 2018
- Course cost: AU$2,260
- Total duration: 4.5 days