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Contents Research and innovation in subtropical fruit trees. Visit to experimental plots of subtropical fruit trees.

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 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

ASETAGA has opened registration for the free training course “Circular Bioeconomy: Transformation, Valorization and Sustainable Management of Livestock Manure, Bioproducts and By-products” , aimed at farmers, cooperatives, farms, technicians, advisors, students and other entities linked to the agricultural and environmental field. The session will

Contents Water in the soil and in the plant. 3 Water quality and salinity problems. Irrigation techniques and optimization. Agronomic and Hydraulic Designs.

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Goals Learn about the different species of tropical and subtropical fruit trees being planted in the Canary Islands. Learn how to propagate some subtropical species. Learn about different planting designs. Learn how to perform formative pruning and grafting techniques. Use environmentally friendly techniques.

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

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ASETAGA has opened registration for the free training course “Circular Bioeconomy: Transformation, Valorization and Sustainable Management of Livestock Manure, Bioproducts and By-products” , aimed at farmers, cooperatives, farms, technicians, advisors, students and other entities linked to the agricultural and environmental field. The session will

ASETAGA has opened registration for the free training course “Circular Bioeconomy: Transformation, Valorization and Sustainable Management of Livestock Manure, Bioproducts and By-products” , aimed at farmers, cooperatives, farms, technicians, advisors, students and other entities linked to the agricultural and environmental field. The session will

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

The course is divided into 8 topics and is scheduled to last 30 hours, but you can complete it at any time. Upon completion, you will receive a CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION, indicating the number of training hours.

Avocado production has become a strategic crop in several regions of Spain in recent years, driven by both increased domestic demand and opportunities in the international market. This growth has generated significant interest in improving cultivation techniques and farm management, with the aim of increasing productivity and ensuring the

This course offers a comprehensive guide to avocado cultivation. You'll learn about soil and climate requirements, propagation, and plantation establishment. Key topics such as nutrition, fertilization, and irrigation are covered, along with cultivation techniques and pest and disease management using organic and integrated approaches. Harvesting

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

This course delves into all phases of papaya cultivation, from soil and climate requirements to fruit processing. You will learn how to propagate the plant, establish and efficiently manage a papaya plantation, and control irrigation and fertigation. In addition, cultural practices, pest and disease prevention, and harvesting and post-harvest

This course has at least one face-to-face module. This course includes at least one online module. Courses offered on the IFAPA e-learning platform combine distance learning, in-person practical sessions, and ongoing tutor support. The first session may be online or in person, and the final session (assessment) will be in person. For more