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Integrated Farming Course

Building Skills for a Sustainable Tomorrow

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Introduction

The Green Jobs eContent Development Project is MKCL Knowledge Foundation's forward-looking initiative to design engaging, high-quality digital courses in the field of sustainability. Our flagship course under this initiative - Integrated Agriculture - focuses on sustainable farming practices.

This Course Comprises of:

  • eLearning based self-learning sessions through MKCL eLearning Revolution for All (ERA).
  • Hands-on practice sessions.
  • Learning facilitation by certified professionals.
  • Academic interactions, assessments, and collaboration.
  • Reading and understanding a highly illustrated book

Course Components

  • Economically beneficial, eco-friendly, and sustainable
  • Scientific, knowledge-based, and dignified farming with confidence

Course Overview (at a glance)

  • Total Duration: 4 years
  • First Year (Grade 9): 9 months
  • Online classes + practical activities in an agricultural learning module

Course Structure

Course Structure

  • Aligned with farming schedules
  • Two online classes per week (MS Teams)
  • Student-led hands-on activities with reports (text/photos/videos)
  • Duration: 9 months (Kharif + Rabi seasons)

Three Types of Sessions

  • Mindset Sessions
  • Agricultural Science Sessions
  • Technical Sessions

Eligibility (Entry Requirements)

  • Interest and willingness to learn about farming
  • Availability of space for experiments
  • Willingness to do hands-on field work
  • Minimum qualification: Passed Grade 8

Course Duration

Total Duration: 4 years

First Year (for Grade 9 students): 9 months

Combination of online classes & practical activities included in the agricultural learning module

Course aligned with farming schedules, covering both Kharif and Rabi seasons

Syllabus

What will you learn in 4 years?

  • Fundamentals of agricultural science and economics
  • Various farming techniques and skills
  • Entrepreneurial and managerial skills
  • Financial transactions, accounting, and capital management
  • Confidence in hands-on farming with a scientific perspective

Nine-Month Free Course

Traditional & Modern Cultivation Methods

  • Crop planning
  • Both traditional and advanced methods
  • Multi-crop sowing strategies

According to Global GAP Standards

  • Crop management
  • Water management
  • Nutrient management
  • Weed, pest, and disease control

Risk Mitigation through Crop Planning

  • Natural disasters affecting farming
  • Global climate change
  • Market and systemic challenges

Introduction to Global Farming Practices

  • Chemical
  • Organic
  • Natural
  • Integrated
  • Sustainable

Introduction to Agro-Allied Industries

  • Farmer’s Diary – Accounting & Record-keeping

Other Benefits – Preparing for the Future

  • Soft skills, data collection & analysis
  • Use of AI and digital tools in farming

Eligibility

  • Students from Grade 9 to 12
  • Opportunity to learn farming through practical experience

What can you achieve after completing 4 years?

  • Become a prosperous farmer – Earn multiple benefits from your own farm
  • Become an entrepreneur – Opportunities in processing, animal husbandry, agri-tourism
  • Build a career – National & international jobs as supervisors, managers
  • Become a trainer – Guide others professionally while continuing farming

Technical Requirements (Technology Infrastructure)

The following tools are required to access online classes and the Learning Management System (LMS):

Device Minimum Requirement
Display 55-inch Smart TV/Panel (preferred) or available 3000 lumen projector + screen
Internet Minimum 20 Mbps stable connection (LAN cable preferred for laptops)
Audio Microphone and speaker system for clear mutual communication
Video 1080p Full HD webcam to see classroom visuals
Software MS Teams (for online classes) and Google Chrome (for LMS)

Center Setup

Maharashtra Map
District School / Partner Organization Host Organization
Solapur M. U. M. A. Vidyalaya, Shetphal MKCL – KF
Satara Mandeshi Foundation, Mhaswad Mandeshi Foundation
Nanded Chh. Shivaji High School, Sagroli Sanskruti Samvardhan Mandal
Pune Guruvarya R. P. Sabnees Vidyamandir, Narayangaon Gramonnati Mandal
Pune Sharadabai Pawar Vidya Niketan, Baramati Agriculture Development Trust
Jalna Apali Shala, Kharpudi, Ta. & Dist. Jalna Marathwada Sheti Sahayya Mandal

Let's reimagine farming!!!

Enroll In The Integrated Farming Course

Interested in joining the course? Complete the application form to register your interest and take the next step toward science-based, sustainable farming.

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