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GROW on the Go - Sustainable Farming Course

An EIT Food Sustainable Farming Microlearning Course

Course information

Target audience

Farmers, agricultural advisors, food system professionals, or those passionate about sustainable agriculture.

Dates

It is self-directed, and you have to finish the course before the 31st December 2025! 

Duration

Four short 30-minute modules

Price

Free

About : What are the goals of this course?

1. Understand and evaluate the role of farming practices in contributing to the sustainability and resilience of agri-food systems.
2. Apply critical and systems thinking to assess and adapt sustainable and regenerative farming practices to diverse real-world contexts.
3. Design a tailored action plan for implementing sustainable agricultural practices within a personal or professional setting.

Advantages : Why take Grow on the Go: Sustainable Farming?

This microlearning course is designed for people like you who want practical, actionable steps to make farming more sustainable, resilient, and future-ready. In just four short 30-minute modules, you’ll discover strategies you can immediately apply to your own farm, workplace, or community.

The advantages for you:

  • Learn on the go – short, flexible lessons that fit around your busy schedule.
  • Real-world solutions – see how working farms are already improving water, soil, and animal systems, and learn how to adapt these methods to your context.
  • Action-oriented – by the end of the course, you’ll have designed your own tailored plan for implementing sustainable practices.
  • Future-proof your skills – stay ahead in a rapidly changing agri-food landscape shaped by climate, policy, and consumer demand.

Description of the course : An EIT Food Sustainable Farming Microlearning Course

Farming is changing - and so are the skills needed to make it thrive sustainably. Grow on the Go is a flexible, bite-sized microlearning course designed to equip farmers, agri-food professionals, and sustainability enthusiasts with practical strategies to improve the resilience and sustainability of farming systems.

Delivered in four focused 30-minute modules, the course blends real-world farm examples with evidence-based insights to show how sustainable and regenerative practices can be applied in diverse contexts. Participants will learn how to:

  • 🌊 Protect water quality using nature-based systems that prevent runoff and enhance ecosystems.
  • 🌱 Adopt low-input, efficiency-driven farming methods that improve soil health while reducing costs.
  • 🐄 Explore ethical dairy models, such as organic cow-with-calf farming, that balance animal welfare, environmental care, and commercial viability.
  • 🌾 Apply regenerative soil practices that strengthen farm productivity, biodiversity, and climate resilience.

By the end of the course, learners will understand how farming practices influence environmental, economic, and social outcomes, and will be equipped to design their own action plan for implementing sustainable agricultural practices.

This course is ideal for farmers, agricultural advisors, food system professionals, and anyone interested in taking actionable steps toward a more sustainable future in farming.

Career Opportunities : Boost your professional path!

  • Farmers and land managers – you’ll gain fresh, evidence-based strategies to improve your own farm’s sustainability, profitability, and resilience.
  • Agricultural advisors and consultants – you can broaden your toolkit with practical examples to guide clients in adopting water, soil, and livestock innovations.
  • Food system professionals (processors, retailers, policy, NGOs) – you’ll better understand how sustainable farming practices affect the wider food chain, making you more effective in roles linked to sourcing, policy, or sustainability initiatives.
  • Students or career changers – you’ll get a solid entry point into sustainable and regenerative agriculture, helping you decide whether to pursue deeper training or a career in agri-food sustainability.
  • Community leaders and environmental advocates – you’ll be able to speak confidently about practical solutions and support local initiatives.

Completing this course demonstrates your commitment to sustainability, innovation, and professional growth — and can be a stepping stone toward deeper training or career pathways in regenerative agriculture and the wider agri-food system.

Activity Leader :

Shannon Maguire (McLaughlin)

Shannon Maguire (McLaughlin)

Activity Leader

s.mclaughlin@qub.ac.uk
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