Training courses
Destacados
04/05/2026
CIHEAM/CSIC
International course on Precision Livestock Farming: from sensors to decision making
From May 4 to 8, 2026 , Madrid will host the in-person course “Creating Added Value in Precision Livestock Farming: From Sensors to Decision-Making,” a specialized training program that will address the use of sensors, data, and digital technologies applied to livestock production systems. The course will be taught in English and will take place at
20/04/2026
IMIDRA
Animal welfare in transport
This course allows you to obtain or renew the certificate of competence as a driver or caretaker in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1/2005, necessary to obtain the Authorisation and registration of transporters and vehicles for the transport of live animals Program according to Royal Decree 990/2022, on health and animal protection standards
16/04/2026
ASETAGA
ASETAGA training day: “Circular Bioeconomy: Transformation, Valorization and Sustainable Management of Livestock Manure, Bioproducts and By-products” - Cloned
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
02/03/2026
formación para el medio rural
Animal Welfare Course for Transporters and Livestock Farmers
When students possess the objective conditions of both the beneficiaries of the courses in section a and section b, and are interested in taking both specific courses, courses may be organized that include both orientations and the common module. The content of these will therefore be the Common Module plus the two Specific Modules on Animal
26/01/2026
IFAPA
The 13th School of Shepherds of Andalusia will be held in 2026 in Cortegana (Huelva)
The Andalusian Institute for Agricultural, Fisheries and Food Research and Training ( IFAPA ) has announced that the 13th edition of the Andalusian School of Shepherds will take place in Cortegana (Huelva) in 2026, following an open application process that attracted 12 candidates from regions with extensive livestock farming. This is the first
23/10/2025
INCEDECA
Animal Welfare Course in Transport
The 20-hour in-person Animal Welfare in Transportation course trains transporters to transport animals in appropriate conditions, complying with current legislation. By taking this course, you will acquire the fundamentals of good practices during animal transport, including loading, unloading, and handling, to ensure an adequate level of animal
01/09/2025
Centro IFAPA Las Torres
Intensive pig farming
CHARACTERISTICS OF PIG PRODUCTION ANIMAL HEALTH, HYGIENE AND BIOSECURITY MANAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL AND CLIMATE CHANGE MANAGEMENT OF FARMS INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION RECORD CURRENT REGULATIONS AT THE EUROPEAN, NATIONAL, REGIONAL AND LOCAL LEVELS RELATED REQUEST
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
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
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