Agricultural Policy Framework for Development Course

Introduction

A policy is a course of action adopted or proposed by government, party, business, or individual. Policies outlines what a government, a party, business or an individual aims to achieve for society as a whole. In agriculture, policies set the framework for action and thus provide guidance to the whole system. Policies are generated from laws of the country. Agricultural policies are largely on financing, production, marketing and provision of extension services all aimed at enhancing development and sustainability of agricultural sector. This 5 Days course aim to equip participants with an understanding of the agricultural policy environment, the policy formulation process, and the role, rationale and economic consequences of government intervention in agriculture.

Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend?

This course is intended for various actors in the Agriculture Extension (Agricultural extension officers, senior agricultural officials, and policymakers) working with communities, in governments, funding agencies, Research organizations, non-government organizations, small and medium enterprises for agricultural development, and anyone who wants to learn more about policy formulation and implementation in agriculture.

Course Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will:

• Demonstrate practical applications of policy analysis related to agricultural sector
• Discuss the economic and political feasibility of policy changes and instruments in the agriculture value chain.
• Develop the ability to think critically about the need for policies and policy reforms in agriculture
• Identify and analyze how public policy and firm decisions affect delivery of services in agriculture, agribusiness, market, and society
• Recognize policy related problems and anticipate opportunities available in the market
• Write concise summaries of policies affecting the agricultural and food sectors, and argue orally its implications
• Conduct a cost benefit analysis using various policy instruments and programs.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to agricultural policies

• Introduction to different types of policies in agriculture
• Why interest in agricultural policies
• Policy formulation process

Module 2. Structure of Agriculture and Agricultural Policies

• Models for Policy Analysis
• Tools for policy Analysis
• Current issues in agricultural policy.

Module 3

• Agricultural policy instruments.
• Domestic market policies.
• Developed and developing countries agricultural policies

Module 4

• Human health and nutrition policies.
• Policy regulation of cash crops
• Policy for quality and standards of agricultural produce
• Policy for Traceability and phytosanitary standards in agricultural produce targeting the export market

Module 5: Analysis of various agricultural policy documents

• Conducting cost benefit analyses using various policy instruments and programs
• Practical activity on analyzing the objective of policies and crucial areas of policies that have impact on the intended beneficiaries

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: [email protected] Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.