Department of Organic Agriculture

Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

• Demonstrate sound knowledge of principles and practices of organic agriculture.
• Exhibit an understanding of organic livestock production and associated value               chain in organic systems.
• Analyse socio-economic and environmental impacts of food, fibre and animal               production and propose interventions.
• Display an understanding of the interconnectedness of all systems and generate         models of harmonious coexistence by integrating different systems.
• Apply principles and practices to breed robust and climate resilient crop varieties         and animal breeds.
• Apply principles and practices to develop organic alternatives to protect the health       of plants and animals.
• Identify the components of integrated soil nutrient management and manage soil       health in organic agriculture.
• Identify causes of pest disease, resurgence and outbreaks and design organic               management options.
• Formulate viable location-specific organic farming calendar integrating livestock           and market factors.
• Integrate smart technologies to improve and promote organic farming activities.
• Demonstrate research competence by designing, constructing and undertaking            scientific research in organic agriculture.
• Draw logical conclusions and implications from an analysis of an issue or problem.
• Express an appreciation for organic agriculture and its importance in social,                    economic and environment sustainability.
• Explain and implement organic standards, regulations and certification systems in        relation to organic trade and marketing.
• Communicate with a range of audiences through a variety of mediums                           appropriate to the intended audience.