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MODULE 3
MODULE 3
CLIMATE SMART AGRICULTURE
Farming for the future is linked to innovations that support more integrated systems that link the food, energy, waste and water components of agriculture. Career opportunities are opening in sustainable agricultural practices. There will be close to 9 billion people on the planet by the year 2050, which the agricultural system will be required to feed. Advances in technological applications have made farming far more efficient, which means that farms and food production facilities are getting smaller and can be developed closer to where people are in the urban environment.
This module will provide vital insights on South Africa and Climate Smart Agriculture.
Key Takeaways
Deepen your understanding of the impacts of climate change and how it affects food security
Learn how to start a climate smart (regenerative) farming business
Explore green careers: A) For Job Seekers and B) For Entrepreneurs
Discover green technologies for climate smart agricultural practices
Glossary of Terms
Expand your vocabulary: Biodiversity; Fair Trade; Farmers Market; Free Range Farms; Nutrient Recycling; Organic Foods; and Permaculture.
Career Trends
Agricultural careers are quickly developing together with advancements in science and technology. Automation of the food production value chain means that specialists in the field are discovering new ways of harnessing nature and human ingenuity. Careers exists in the following fields:
Green Business: Data science, Robotics, Agricultural sciences, Hydroponics, Land management, Artificial intelligence
Green Jobs: Agricultural technicians | AgTech maintenance workers | Roboticists | Bio-data scientists | Irrigation designers | Grow light engineers | Microfarm consultants
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