Sustainable Aquaculture - Online Course
As fish products are high in both nutritional value and global demand, aquaculture will prove to be an important source of food for communities suffering from shortage, as well as a reliable source of income, stimulating sustainable economies in rural areas. This programme is designed to both qualify business people in aquaculture and to provide practical tools for policy makers facing decisions over large scale aquaculture development programmes. The programme will concentrate on two major fish species: tilapia and African catfish (clarias sp.).
This course is designed for
Government officials in the agriculture sector
Policy makers in the agriculture sector
Businesspeople and entrepreneurs
Professionals involved in community agriculture projects
Professionals involved in aquaculture development projects
Consultants in the agriculture sector
Financers of aquaculture projects
Duration
22 academic hours of interactive conferences with Israeli expert.
(On the ZOOM platform).
Topics
- Basic Fish Physiology
- Aquaculture Production Systems
- Water Quality in Aquaculture
- Farm Management and Fish Handling
- Practical Fish Feeding
- Fish Feed Production Technology
- Medical Treatment of Fish
- Reproduction Technology
- Fish Processing
- Fish Pond Wastewater Recycling
- Aquaponics: Alternative Fish Culture
- Marketing for Local Markets and Export
- Managing Small Businesses
* Please note that changes in the curriculum may occur due to scheduling and other factors.
Women Empowerment and Inclusion
Galilee Institute views gender equality a key for achieving sustainability. GIMI programmes now include a module on inclusion of women in the workforce. We are committed to supporting organisations wishing to promote professional development of women.
Cost
480$ USD
Participants completing this course will be granted a GIMI Certificate of participation for Development of a Sustainable Aquaculture Industry (Online Course).
