Training courses

Benefits of aromatic crops: a viable and profitable alternative to traditional crops, promoting diversification and sustainability in agricultural operations. Presenting the most suitable and in-demand varieties on the market, analyzing their characteristics, cultivation requirements, and adaptability to different agroclimatic conditions. Learn

Contents 1. INTRODUCTION - Importance of integrated pest and disease management in citrus farming. - Basic concepts. - Main pests and diseases that affect citrus fruits. 2. PESTS IN CITRUS TREES - Biology, symptoms and damage, detection and monitoring, and integrated control strategies. 3. DISEASES IN CITRUS. - Biology, symptoms and damage

This 30-hour course includes at least one online module and is delivered through the IFAPA e-learning platform. It combines distance learning, attendance at practical in-person sessions, and ongoing tutor support. The first session may be online or in person, and the final session (assessment) will be in person. CONTENTS Management of Agricultural

This 30-hour course includes at least one online module and is delivered through the IFAPA e-learning platform. It combines distance learning, attendance at practical in-person sessions, and ongoing tutor support. The first session may be online or in person, and the final session (assessment) will be in person. CONTENTS Recovery of sustainable

This 40-hour course includes at least one online module and is delivered through the IFAPA e-learning platform. It combines distance learning, attendance at practical in-person sessions, and ongoing tutor support. The first session may be online or in person, and the final session (assessment) will be in person. CONTENTS HLB and Drosophila Suzukii

Contents Integrated Pest Management and Plant Health: Justification, importance, and legal regulations. Principles for the application of Integrated Pest, Disease, and Weed Management. Integrated pest management of the most important crop pests: Recognition and identification of pest organisms and their natural enemies. Control measures. Integrated

Contents Calculation of water needs. Recommendations and strategies to reduce the impact of drought on citrus. Using the Citrus Irrigation App. Case study. Data interpretation and decision making.

Contents Presentation and delivery of documentation. Morphology and physiology of the tree. Types of pruning: training, maintenance or fruiting, and rejuvenation. Pruning time and intensity. Types of cuts and special operations. Current trend: mechanized pruning. Types of grafts: shield, patch, and crown. Grafting season. Post-graft care. Tools and

From April 13 to 17, 2026 , CIHEAM Zaragoza will host the course “Risk Management and Agricultural Insurance in a Context of Climate Change” , a specialized training course that can be followed in person or online and is aimed at professionals involved in risk management in agriculture. Increased climate variability , more frequent extreme weather

From April 13 to 16, 2026, the Course on Organic Production: Production, regulations, advice and marketing will be held in virtual classroom and online training format, a training proposal aimed at delving deeper into the key aspects that define the present and future of organic production in Spain. The course will offer a comprehensive overview of

Course Objectives The cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants (AMPs) has recently emerged as an agricultural alternative to traditional crops. The production of these plants encompasses both their cultivation and processing, offering various commercial outlets with a growing demand in recent years. This course clearly and engagingly explains

Drones and Precision Agriculture is a descriptive course that delves into precision agriculture as a technique and concept of Agriculture 4.0. Drones, their types, classification, equipment, and most common applications will also be discussed, as well as a description of AESA requirements for drone flight.

Sustainable management of agricultural soils is a fundamental pillar for ensuring the long-term productivity of agroecosystems, environmental conservation, and climate change mitigation. In the agricultural context and in our climate, soils are exposed to threats such as erosion, salinization, and loss of organic matter; therefore, professionals

A 60-hour course, four of which will be delivered in the Virtual Classroom with the instructor in real time via Google Meet, will address questions about the case study method used in the various topics. This course will also provide feedback on advanced GIS management, photogrammetric flow management, visualization and interpretation of vegetation

Spanish citrus farming faces a new phytosanitary challenge with the detection of the Citrus Yellow Vein Clearing Virus (CYVCV) , first identified in Spain at the end of 2025 and initially confirmed in Catalonia and later in the Valencian Community . In this context, Cajamar , in collaboration with Generalitat Valenciana and IVIA , is organizing a

Basic principles of crop rotation, Factors for the design of rotations, Models and types of rotation, Practical planning (real cases), Management and adjustment of rotations and Advantages and limitations of rotation. Aimed at professionals in extensive agriculture and people who wish to join the activity.

Activities for vocational training and skills acquisition, within the framework of the Strategic Plan for the Common Agricultural Policy (PEPAC) 2023-2027 For information and registration, please contact our Training Department team: ℹ️ Maite Roldán ✉️ mroldan@fecoam.es ℹ️ Lidia Pérez ✉️ lidia.perez@fecoam.es ℹ️ Almudena Lucas ✉️ alucas@fecoam.es

The Spring Weed Control Methods course aims to provide agricultural professionals with an up-to-date and practical overview of the various strategies available for weed control during the spring growing season. Throughout the course, chemical, mechanical, and cultural methods will be covered, as well as sustainable and integrated management

The Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV), together with the Higher Technical School of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering (ETSIAMN) and Poscosecha.com, announces the celebration of the VII Postharvest Technology Course – Citrus and Emerging Crops in the Mediterranean Region , which will take place from January 21 to March 6, 2026

The objective of this course is to train plant protection treatment assistants, farmers who carry out treatments on their own farms without assistance, and distribution staff, so they acquire fundamental knowledge about pests, plant protection products, and their use, avoiding risks to applicators, the public, and the environment, in accordance