Discover the inspiring future of sustainable farming

 

Current mainstream farming methods are resulting in the loss of fertile soil and biodiversity, meaning that the world could run out of topsoil in about 60 years.

On this two-week course from EIT Food, you’ll learn what regenerative agriculture involves, why it’s crucial for the future of farming, and how to implement your own transition to the regenerative model.

 

Learn the fundamentals and benefits of regenerative agriculture

From soil health and biodiversity to farmer livelihoods, there are many benefits to sustainable and regenerative farming.

This course will guide you through the key principles of regenerative agriculture, the benefits of different farming methods, and how the regenerative model can help to reduce the environmental impact of farm practices.

 

Explore the policies and designs needed to transition supply chains

Reports from leading organisations state the fundamental importance of transitioning to more regenerative agriculture methods if Europe is to meet its climate change targets, food security needs, and protect our farmland.

You’ll look at the regenerative model and how it can be implemented to reverse rural abandonment by making farms profitable. You’ll also examine the responsibilities of both corporations and consumers, as well as the EU policies that aim to help move the industry towards a sustainable future.

 

Develop your skills with the experts at EIT Food

With teams on the ground across Europe, EIT Food leads the world’s largest and most dynamic food innovation community.

This course has been developed by a team of experts with hands-on knowledge of regenerative agriculture, making them uniquely positioned to help you develop your understanding of the topic and grow your own strategies for sustainable intensification.

 

 

 

A flexible online course

This course is hosted on FutureLearn, and is accessible free of charge. Participants can learn at their own pace, at anytime, anywhere, either on a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

100% of learners stated that they gained knowledge thanks to this course developed by EIT Food. “The Regenerative Agriculture Revolution” is 1 of 25 EIT Food online courses available all year round for consumers and citizens.

This new course attracted 350+ learners from 93 countries to date. It is composed of 6 learning hours, broken down in 2 weeks.

 

 

Learning objectives and outcomes

Once completed, participants will be able to:

• Explain the concepts of regenerative agriculture and sustainable intensification and the impact these can have on farming systems
• Explore how regenerative agriculture can help reducing environmental impacts of farm practices
• Identify which skills are necessary to implement new data-driven regenerative farming techniques
• Reflect on the challenges faced by farmers and how regenerative agriculture can help them to provide a secure and sustainable food supply for a growing population
• Assess soil health
• Develop a regenerative action plan for your farm (or a hypothetical farm)

EIT Food Education focuses on looking at ways to attract, develop and empower talent to help transform the food system into an innovative sector, one which produces healthy and sustainable food and is trusted by society. Adult educators and trainers play a crucial role in enabling such transformation.

 

Connection with EPALE Thematic Focuses

Since adult education plays a key role in sustainable development and promotes social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development by enabling positive conditions for empowering active citizens, EIT Food may support adult educators in this challenge. This course is a valuable tool for trainings and educational programmes on sustainability and citizenship.

 

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This blog post has been written by Maria João Soares, Junior Marketing Manager at EIT Food.