Georgia: The Georgian academic Course for 2023 – 2024, within the framework of the “Agro School” curriculum developed by the Environmental Information and Education Center, has ended.
At the summary meeting, Deputy Minister of Environment and Agriculture Solomon Pavliashvili, Head of Economic Development of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Giorgi Nanobashvili, and Lela Mamrikishvili, Officer of Inclusive Economic Development Program of the Swiss Development and Cooperation Agency (SDC) met with students. They awarded certificates to the graduates and discussed future opportunities for them in the agricultural sector.
For two months, the students were lectured by the Ministry of Environment and Agriculture representatives and invited specialists.
Within the framework of the curriculum, young people learned about the development of agriculture, the possibilities of farmers, the programs in the field of agriculture, the management and management of farming, the history of wine and wine tasting, Georgian grape varieties and the history of wild grape hunting and protection in Georgia, agriculture, horticulture, Georgian traditional beekeeping, aquaculture And fishing, veterinarian and animals hazardous Infectious diseases, livestock and poultry, soil science, desertification and grazing, food security, waste recycling, climate-friendly agriculture, the role of education in the agricultural sector and agrotourism.
After online seminars, young people visited the Ministry of Environment and Agriculture facilities as part of the field trip. Pupils learned the work process on the spot in greenhouse farming “Mageme” and fruit processing plant “Caucasus Organic Fruits.”
Environmental Information and Education Center has implemented an “Agro School” to promote agricultural professions, where students in the IX-XII grade get comprehensive information about crops and farming projects.
Pupils from all over the country could participate in ‘Agro School.’ The selection process was based on a competition, where students had to demonstrate their interest in agricultural issues and their potential to contribute to the field.
The ‘Agro School‘ educational program, designed to cater to students interested in agricultural issues, will be a recurring opportunity. This annual continuation ensures a steady supply of knowledge and skills to the next generation of agricultural professionals, providing reassurance to all stakeholders.
