I am an agricultural professional from Uganda currently working as a Business Development Manager. I am looking for a practical short-term training programme in Israel covering drip irrigation, fertigation, water management and agriculture in semi-arid areas.
I have already completed university, so I am seeking an English-taught programme for working professionals rather than undergraduate students. Could you please recommend institutions currently accepting individual international applicants and advise me about admission requirements, duration, fees and the application process?
Thank you.
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Irrigation Training Courses and Workshops
Hello Nakato,
As an agricultural professional seeking to further your knowledge and skills, you can find various courses and workshops in Israel in the field of irrigation. In these short courses, you can get acquainted with Israeli innovative irrigation technologies and learn how to implement them in your home country. The courses are conducted in English and include hands-on workshops and tours. Most courses span 2-4 weeks.
Most programs are offered as part of MASHAV - the agency for International Cooperation Development at the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You can find these courses at various institutions, among them are The Arava training Center (Kibbutz Ketura), The Golda Meir Training Center (Mashav Carmal in Haifa), The Center of International Agriculture Development (Rehovot), and more.
Admission requirements vary from program to program, you will usually be required to provide proof of your professional and academic experience. Regarding tuition, I would advise you to contact the institutions mentioned above and inquire directly.
You can read more about the different training opportunities in Israel in the article linked at the bottom of my answer.