Course Information

Introduction

In an increasingly globalized world, proficiency in English has become essential for professionals in various fields, including agriculture.
"English for Agriculture" is a comprehensive 5-day course designed to equip participants with the language skills necessary to communicate effectively in agricultural contexts.
This course will enhance your ability to understand and use agricultural terminology, engage in technical discussions, and comprehend relevant literature and documentation. Whether you're involved in farming, research, agribusiness, or agricultural education, this course will help you bridge the language gap and improve your professional effectiveness.
By the end of this 5-day course, participants will have significantly improved their English language skills in agricultural contexts, enabling them to communicate more effectively and confidently in their professional roles.

Objectives

• Enhance Agricultural Vocabulary: Gain a solid understanding of key agricultural terms and phrases.
• Improve Communication Skills: Develop the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in various agricultural contexts.
• Understand Technical Documentation: Learn to read and comprehend technical documents, research papers, and reports.
• Engage in Professional Discussions: Improve your ability to participate in professional discussions, meetings, and presentations.
• Cultural Competence: Understand cultural nuances and communication styles in international agricultural settings.

Who Should Attend?

• Farmers and Agribusiness Owners: Improve communication with international clients and partners.
• Agricultural Researchers and Scientists: Enhance your ability to read and publish research in English.
• Agricultural Educators: Develop better instructional materials and communication with students.
• Agricultural Extension Officers: Improve outreach and training programs.
• Students of Agriculture: Prepare for a global career in agriculture.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.