Sustainable Agricultural Land Management

  • 4.8
Approx. 20 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course provides an overview of sustainable agriculture, including the principles and practices of sustainable farming and the importance of sustainable food systems. Students will learn about the challenges and opportunities of sustainable agriculture, and the impact of agriculture on the environment and society.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the principles and practices of sustainable agriculture
  • Learn about the challenges and opportunities of sustainable farming
  • Explore the impact of agriculture on the environment and society

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Sustainable Agriculture Manager
    • USA: $62,000 - $80,000
    • India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 10,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
  • Sustainable Agriculture Consultant
    • USA: $45,000 - $90,000
    • India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
  • Sustainable Agriculture Researcher
    • USA: $50,000 - $80,000
    • India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 9,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €30,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the principles and practices of sustainable agriculture
  • Evaluate the impact of agriculture on the environment and society
  • Develop strategies for promoting sustainable agriculture

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of agriculture
  • Interest in sustainable farming practices

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes and assignments

Similar Courses

  • Introduction to Organic Agriculture
  • Sustainable Food Systems: A Mediterranean Perspective
  • Sustainable Agricultural Land Management

Related Education Paths


Notable People in This Field

  • Vandana Shiva
  • Will Harris

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Description

This course will cover the agricultural and urban water quality issues in Florida, their bases, land and nutrient management strategies, and the science and policy behind the best management practices (BMPs). Students will learn to evaluate BMP research and analyze its role in determining practices and policies that protect water quality.

Outline

  • Introduction to Sustainable Agricultural Land Management
  • Welcome From George Hochmuth!
  • Project Video
  • Introduction Part I
  • Introduction Part II
  • Introduction Part III
  • Syllabus
  • Week 1 Quiz
  • Water Quality Issues and Regulations
  • The Big Picture - Some Examples
  • The Big Picture - The Value of Agriculture
  • Water Quality and Regulations
  • Week 2 Quiz
  • TMDLs & Nutrients
  • TMDLs and Agriculture
  • Agricultural Soils
  • Nutrient Fates, Part 1
  • Week 3 Quiz
  • Best Management Practices
  • Nutrient Fates, Part 2
  • Nutrient Fates, Part 3
  • Nutrient Mass Balance
  • Week 4 Quiz
  • Soil Management
  • Soil Management, Part 1
  • Soil Management, Part 2
  • Soil Testing, Part 1
  • Week 5 Quiz
  • Nutrient Management
  • Soil Testing, Part 2
  • Nutrient Management, Part 1
  • Nutrient Management, Part 2
  • Week 6 Quiz
  • Water for Agriculture
  • Nutrient Management, Part 3
  • Water in Florida
  • Irrigation Management, Part 1
  • Week 7 Quiz
  • Agricultural Irrigation Management
  • Irrigation Management, Part 2
  • Irrigation Management, Part 3
  • Let's Review
  • Week 8 Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the secrets of sustainable agriculture with this course on Coursera. Students have praised the course for its comprehensive and practical approach, making it easy to apply the lessons to their own farming practices.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practical approach to sustainable agriculture

Pros from User Reviews

  • Comprehensive content
  • Easy to understand and apply
  • Engaging and interactive lectures
  • Great for beginners and experienced farmers alike

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some technical issues with the platform
  • Not enough focus on specific crops or regions
  • Limited opportunity for hands-on learning
  • Could use more case studies or real-life examples
  • Lack of personalized feedback from instructors
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Approx. 20 hours to complete
George J. Hochmuth, Ph.D.
University of Florida
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