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AgriAcademy, an educational platform for agribusiness professionals, is now accepting registrations for a new course that will help agricultural producers gain up-to-date knowledge about legislative requirements, safe pesticide use, and innovative plant protection technologies, writes SEEDS.

The field of plant protection products is undergoing significant changes, including stricter legislation, safety requirements, new application technologies, and a shift to biological methods. In this environment, Ukrainian agricultural producers must be prepared to adapt to new rules and market expectations.

That is why AgriAcademy is offering a free new certified online course: “Regulation, Safety, and Innovation in the Use of Plant Protection Products” from national and international practitioners and experts.

What will course participants gain?

• Up-to-date knowledge of Ukrainian and European legislation in the field of pesticides.
• An understanding of future changes – what will come into force in 2028 and how to prepare for it.
• Practical skills in the safe use of plant protection products, including modern technologies and personal protective equipment.
• Knowledge about biological alternatives, integrated plant protection, and minimizing chemical exposure.
• Expert recommendations on container and waste disposal.
• Access to expert experience: panel discussions, interviews with leading experts, real-life farm cases.

The approximate duration of the course is 5 hours. After completing the course, you will receive a certificate.

The course program features national and international experts:

• Vladislav Sedyk – FAO international phytosanitary expert;
• Tetiana Khomenko – Commercial Director of BTU, Ph.D. in Agronomy, expert in soil health;
• Yaroslava Bukhonska – Plant Physiologist at BTU, blogger and expert on biostimulants and anti-stressants;
• Yulia Mironova – Head of Organic Farming and Biological Development at BTU;
• Vitaliy Dankevich – Director of Ukrekoprom, specialist in hazardous agricultural waste disposal;
• Oleksandr Tykhonenk – Coordinator of the European Business Association’s Subcommittee on the Handling of Plant Protection Product Packaging;
• Oleksandr Shyrohostup – Head of the Shyrohostup Farming Enterprise, Head of the Kagarlychchyna Farmers’ Association, farmer with 30 years of experience;
• Anna Antonenko – Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor at Bogomolets National Medical University, expert on toxicology and pesticide hygiene;
• Bogdan Shpak – expert in the registration of plant protection products.

Who is this course for?

For farmers, agronomists, consultants, equipment operators – anyone who works with pesticides and wants to reduce risks and increase efficiency.

This is a unique opportunity for Ukrainian farmers to gain knowledge that meets the requirements of the modern market and future regulatory standards. Participation in the course will help you avoid fines, increase the efficiency of your farm, and ensure safe working conditions.

Registration is open on the AgriAcademy website

AgriAcademy is a free online learning platform for agricultural workers and students of agricultural education institutions, launched by the EBRD in December 2022 as part of its food security support program in Ukraine. Its goal is to strengthen the competitiveness and sustainable development of agriculture, which has suffered significant losses due to the war.

Today, the platform offers 28 online courses – over 300 hours of practical training in agronomy, management, technology, processing, storage, and more. Each course includes knowledge testing and certification of participants.

The creation and management of the platform (including course development, training tours, etc.) is supported and funded by the EBRD, as well as:

• The EBRD’s Multilateral Donor Account for Stabilisation and Sustainable Growth in Ukraine (donors: Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union as the largest donor);
• The Republic of Ireland through the EBRD Small Business Promotion Fund (other donors to the fund: Italy, Japan, South Korea, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Taipei China, and the United States);
• The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

All certified free courses are available here

SEEDS

Source: https://www.seeds.org.ua/agriacademy-zapuskaye-bezkoshtovnij-sertifikovanij-onlajn-kurs-pro-regulyuvannya-ta-innovacii-u-sferi-zzr/

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