Training courses
Destacados
12/06/2025
AGACA
Training session on business opportunities related to Porco Celta breeding
On April 12 , the Galician Association of Agri-Food Cooperatives ( AGACA ) will hold an online event dedicated to the breeding of the Celtic pig , a growing native Galician breed. The meeting will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will bring together specialists in production, marketing, and research related to this species, as well as
05/06/2025
ARATRIA
MTD course to reduce environmental impact on pig farms
A 10-hour online course aimed at training pig farm staff to understand and apply the Best Available Techniques (BAT) in their sector, in accordance with BAT 2.b (EU) 2017/302, and to reduce environmental impact by implementing specific techniques that minimize negative effects on the environment. Content: TOPIC 1. BEST AVAILABLE TECHNIQUES (BATs)
22/05/2025
ARATRIA
TRAINING COURSE FOR PERSONNEL WORKING WITH PIGS
Addressed to: Pig farm workers Goals: COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENT OF RD 306/2020 TO ENSURE THAT ALL PEOPLE ON PIG FARMS IN CONTACT WITH ANIMALS HAVE ADEQUATE AND SUFFICIENT TRAINING AND ACQUIRE THE BASIC SKILLS NECESSARY TO START OR CONSOLIDATE A PROFESSIONAL CAREER IN THE SECTOR. COURSE APPROVED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF ARAGON Content: TOPIC 1
28/03/2025
ARATRIA
MTD COURSE TO REDUCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ON PIG FARMS
Addressed to: Course validated as complementary training to access aid intended to encourage the incorporation of young people into the agricultural sector, specifically to set up an intensive pig farm. HOM2025-00-0031 Best available techniques to reduce the environmental impact on pig farms. Goals: To train pig farm staff in the implementation of
26/03/2025
CIFEA Torre Pacheco
Training for personnel working with pigs - RD 306/2020 (Evaluation)
The objective of this course is to acquire the minimum knowledge required by RD 306/2020 and by EU implementing decision 2017/302 in order to be qualified to work on intensive pig farms. Goals: Gain an overview of the characteristics of pig production. Learn basic farm management in the different production phases. Learn the control and content of
21/03/2025
CIFEA Lorca
Training for personnel working with pigs - RD 3006/2020 (Evaluation)
The objective of this course is to acquire the minimum knowledge required by RD 306/2020 and by EU implementing decision 2017/302 in order to be qualified to work on intensive pig farms. Goals: Gain an overview of the characteristics of pig production. Learn basic farm management in the different production phases. Learn the control and content of
06/03/2025
CIFEA Lorca
Animal welfare in transport: Practice and evaluation
This course is aimed at all those who want to learn the basics of animal welfare in transport in an easy and dynamic way. Goals: Concepts and generalities on animal transport. Good practices in animal transport. Biosecurity and operating procedures. Conditions and requirements for the transport of live animals. Legal aspects and documentation for
04/03/2025
CIFEA Lorca
Animal welfare in pigs. Practice and evaluation
With this course you will learn the regulations regarding pig welfare and their handling and breeding conditions, as well as the cleaning and disinfection protocols for facilities and vehicles. Goals: To know the national and European regulations related to animal welfare, how it is controlled and the possible sanctions for non-compliance. Learn
29/11/2024
ARATRIA
Animal welfare in livestock farms online
Addressed to: Aimed at owners and workers on livestock farms or anyone who wants to get involved in livestock farming. Goals: Obtaining a certificate of training in animal welfare. Training will be obtained by attending the course and passing an exam, and will be accredited by the issuance of a card by the Department of Agriculture, Livestock and
29/11/2024
Animal welfare in pigs
With this course you will learn the regulations regarding pig welfare and their handling and breeding conditions, as well as the cleaning and disinfection protocols for facilities and vehicles. UNIT 1: WELL-BEING IN PIGS Chapter 1. Introduction Topic 1. Regulations Topic 2. Definition Chapter 2. Anatomy, physiology and ethology Topic 1. Anatomy
01/10/2024
Cajamar
Efficiency and sustainability in livestock farming
Synchronous online course of 5 sessions, explaining how to optimize production efficiency on farms to contribute to improving sustainability , and how this process works in both directions. In addition, the level of sustainability of livestock production in Spain will be analyzed, focusing on the pig , beef and dairy cattle sectors, as well as
19/09/2024
IFAPA
Specialized training in animal welfare
Specialized 30-hour course on animal welfare in pigs, ruminants and birds. PROGRAM | APPLICATION deadline until 08/20/2024 | INFORMATION and QUESTIONS at Asesorformacion.ifapa@juntadeandalucia.es
17/09/2024
Gobierno de Aragón
Pig farm operation and environmental technical improvements
25-hour course taught by Agropecuaria Arcoiris, SL., which offers fundamental knowledge on pig farm management and environmental techniques applied to rural development.
19/08/2024
IFAPA. Junta de Andalucía.
Intensive pig farming
20-hour course, developed over three days, on the principles and practices of pig production. Contents CHARACTERISTICS OF PIG PRODUCTION ANIMAL HEALTH, HYGIENE AND BIOSECURITY MANAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE IN FARMS REGISTRATION OF INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION CURRENT REGULATIONS AT EUROPEAN, NATIONAL, REGIONAL
16/07/2024
UCM
Communication and sustainability in the pig sector
The course will address the reality of the Spanish pig sector and the communication strategies that can be adopted to make it known to consumers and society in general, with scientific arguments and official data. The following key issues will be discussed throughout the day: ESG communication as a lever for trust. Identification of sustainability
01/07/2024
Gob. Aragón / Agropecuaria Arcoiris
Pig farm operation and environmental technical improvements
25-hour course organized by Agropecuaria Arcoiris, which will take place in the town of Cretas (Teruel). CONTACT: 978 85 04 79
17/05/2024
RURALCAT
Animal welfare course in pig farms
This 20-hour distance course offers general and specific training on animal welfare to pig producers and ranchers, which in turn allows them to obtain the accreditation required by current regulations. At the end of the course there will be a mandatory face-to-face session in which an explanation of practical cases and the final exam will be
18/03/2024
IRTA
Welfair auditor course for pig mothers and piglets. 2024
The training of qualified auditors in animal welfare inspection according to Welfare Quality protocols is an essential requirement to guarantee the quality of the certification. IRTA periodically organizes training and qualification courses for auditors in collaboration with the different experts of the Welfare Quality Network. Price: €545 + VAT
05/02/2024
IRTA
Welfair auditor course for fattening pigs. 2024
The training of qualified auditors in animal welfare inspection according to Welfare Quality protocols is an essential requirement to guarantee the quality of the certification. IRTA periodically organizes training and qualification courses for auditors in collaboration with the different experts of the Welfare Quality Network. Price: €545 + VAT
23/01/2024
IRTA
Applicability of innovative tools to produce matured beef and pork
Meat maturation is a post-mortem refrigeration process that, if carried out correctly, allows the sensory characteristics of the meat to be improved, especially in terms of toughness. Thus, the maturation process allows meat with a high sensory quality to be introduced into the market. However, poor selection of raw materials and incorrect handling