• No prior academic qualification is required to register for this course
• Although the platform on which the course is offered is user-friendly, course participants are expected to be computer literate and have access to a reliable internet connection.
• The course material is in English. Course participants may communicate with the course leader in Afrikaans if preferred.

The following topics will be covered:

• Spray equipment
• ⁠Preparation of fungicides and pesticides
• ⁠Storage of chemicals
• ⁠Sanitation in cool room and shed
• ⁠Effect of climate on pests and diseases
• ⁠Pesticide application record
• ⁠Fungi diseases
• ⁠Bacteria and virus
• ⁠Pests

Course duration: 4 months

Dr. Koos Henning, a seasoned horticulture expert, brings over 45 years of invaluable experience to the field through his renowned consultancy, Florcom. With roles spanning consultant, researcher, lecturer, and producer, his expertise is unmatched. He has lent his insights to cut flower, ornamental plant, and vegetable growers in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Zambia.
Additionally, Dr. Henning has served as a Senior Researcher at the Department of Agriculture, Director of EPIT (Unit for Plant and Soil Research in intensive horticulture at Potchefstroom University), manager at Eco Analytica (a soil and water laboratory at Potchefstroom University), and held the position of production manager in the carnation division of Safropa.”

• This course is available online, providing flexibility for learners. The course materials are designed to be self explanatory, but students can also interact with the course instructor by posting questions in the online forums.