The G20 Global Land Initiative Coordination Office of United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification and AfricaRice are coming together to organize a comprehensive training program to discuss sustainable land management practices and agricultural development in Africa. You’ll delve into topics such as flood control, water storage, and nutrient retention while exploring the integration of physical, biological, and socioeconomic factors in restoration planning and implementation.
Course Objectives
- Participants with skills to identify and plan effective lowlands restoration strategies for agricultural development.
- Recognize the ecosystem services provided by lowland landscapes.
- Design and implement restoration measures integrating physical, biological, and socioeconomic factors.
- Learn monitoring and evaluation techniques based on sustainability performance indicators.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is designed for scientists and team leaders from National Agricultural Research Institutes, local universities, Extension Systems, private sector entities, and non-governmental organizations. A total of 30 individuals from the African continent are being targeted.
