Learning AgriCultures

The AgriCultures Network offers an educational series about sustainable small-scale farming. The series aims to help lecturers and students to go through the main principles and processes related to sustainable agricultural production.

Many aspects of the farm are covered, such as livestock, soil and water, knowledge building, finance, governance etc., all presented within a systems thinking approach.

The theory is illustrated by many lively examples from around the world, and is accompanies by a variety of additional educational resources, like articles, videos, photo’s, and games. Together they stimulate a spirit of learning about small-scale sustainable agriculture.

The whole series of seven modules can be previewed and ordered online.

→ Learning AgriCultures modules

Customisation

Because this educational series is created for a global audience of educators, not all of its contents are applicable everywhere and to everyone. We are interested in customising Learning AgriCultures for specific contexts. Customisation refers to the specification of content and educational resources for a particular country or climatic condition, for example. On your request, we can create a module or lesson series which is adapted to your local situation, including local examples and indigenous knowledge.

Teacher's Training

Also, we offer the possibility of a teacher’s training, in which we can help educators to use the modules optimally. The systems thinking approach used in the series may not be logical for all educators, so it is possible to receive guidance from us on how to get the most out of the modules.

If you are interested, please contact us at office@ileia.org.