The College of Basic and Applied Sciences, University of Ghana is announcing a 3-month hands-on certificate course (April– July, 2023) in Greenhouse Vegetable Production.
Course Objectives are to:
Identify and solve problems associated with greenhouse crop production.
Measure, monitor, and control the various environmental factors influencing plant growth and development.
Understand greenhouse operations and techniques.
Analyze and report environmental data.
Design, plan and schedule cropping cycles.
Prepare reports on agribusiness operations for short- and long-term decision making.
Ideate, prepare business models and plans to ensure a successful business.
Course Modules:
Module 1: Controlled Environment Agriculture
Module 2: Greenhouse Structures
Module 3: Greenhouse Crop Production
Module 4: Nursery Management
Module 5: Irrigation and Fertigation
Module 6: Management of Environmental Factors in Greenhouse
Module 7: Greenhouse Cultural Practices
Module 8: Pest and Disease Management
Module 9: Post-Harvest Handling Technology
Module 10: Greenhouse Management Accounting
Module 11: Entrepreneurship and Agribusiness
Date: April 17, 2023 – July 17, 2023
Registration Deadline: 10th April, 2023
Venue: Dawhenya Greenhouse Training Centre
Training Fee: GH₵ 5,500 (including Hostel Facilities); GH₵ 4,000 (no Hostel Facility)
Payment Details
Account Name: College of Basic and Applied Sciences
Account No. 1441001823781
Bank: Ecobank Ghana Limited
Branch: Legon
Swift Code: ECOCGHAC
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/7vTs5KxgkP3NDiCy7; Tel.(+233) 0508177955;
Email: crops@ug.edu.gh