For consultants: basic online course for future consultants in organic production
Description
The European project OrganicAdviceNetwork is launching a free, 100% online, synchronous course aimed at students, young professionals, and consultants who wish to specialize in organic farming and livestock. Ecovalia is acting as the associated state entity in Spain.
The Basic Course for future professionals in organic production consulting will begin on November 13, 2025 , an online training program promoted by the European project OrganicAdviceNetwork , funded by the Horizon Europe program.
In Spain, the Ecovalia entity participates as a state-owned associate partner, contributing to the dissemination and adaptation of the content to the needs of the national organic sector.
An opportunity to train as an ecological advisor
The course is specially designed to train the next generation of advisors in organic production , addressing in a practical way the principles, challenges and opportunities of sustainable agricultural advice.
With a 100% online format and in English , the training will take place over 12 live sessions with experts from different European countries, combining theoretical classes, analysis of real cases and debates on practical experiences.
The content will cover essential topics for advisory work, such as:
- Soil health and fertility
- Animal welfare
- Pest and disease management
- Agrobiodiversity
- Conversion to organic production
Who is it addressed to?
- Students and recent graduates in agricultural or environmental sciences
- Consulting professionals who wish to specialize in organic production
- Young people interested in getting started in agroecological consulting
Participation is free , and includes training materials, session recordings, and an official certificate upon completion of the course.