Georgia: On the SIP Agricultural Scientific and Research Center Jighaura, two-day theoretical and practical trainings were held for Kakheti and Shida Kartli Regional Service Information and Consulting Centers employees of the A(A)IP Rural Development Agency (RDA).
It is worth noting the crucial role of the employees of the Regional Service Information-Consulting Centers of the Agency for Rural Development (RDA) in disseminating modern knowledge, successful experience, and upgraded qualifications to our farmers.
The training participants gained practical and immediately applicable knowledge about the identification of harmful diseases of apples, grapes, and peaches, phases of phenological development of given crops, and climate risk management approaches.
Attendees of the seminar also received valuable insights about the research and scientific projects of the Science and Research Center in the field of integrated vegetable, vineyard and plant protection.
These theoretical and practical trainings were expertly led by Zviad Bobokashvili, the esteemed head of the Science and Research Center’s Mekhidesheli and the distinguished head of the Research Department of Integrated Plant Protection.
As Jighaura continues to serve as a hub for agricultural education and research, these training sessions are vital in equipping the next generation of agronomists and winemakers with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive in their chosen fields. With a commitment to ongoing education and collaboration, the future of agriculture in the region looks promising.
Rural Development Agency (RDA)
The Rural Development Agency of Georgia unites and curates multiple agricultural and rural projects, manages several governmental companies, and provides farmers and rural residents with necessary resources.
The Rural Development Agency (RDA) was established in 2012 by the Ministry of Agriculture to promote rural development in Georgia. The Agency implements various projects initiated by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia.
Their mission is to promote the welfare of farmers and rural residents by providing the necessary resources in the most efficient and correct manner.
