https://www.jncavtc.rw/ en SPIP - www.spip.net https://www.jncavtc.rw/IMG/logo/jncavtc_log_new_revised1.png?1771878824 https://www.jncavtc.rw/ 71 144 https://www.jncavtc.rw/Our-services/Short-Course/article/training-on-hydroponic-farming-for-smart-agriculture https://www.jncavtc.rw/Our-services/Short-Course/article/training-on-hydroponic-farming-for-smart-agriculture 2025-05-04T13:19:15Z text/html en <p>Duration: 5 days (8 hours per day)<br class='autobr' /> Fee: USD 1,000 (includes training manual, starter kit, certificate)<br class='autobr' /> Location: JNCAVTC LTD Training Center, Kigali (or on-site by arrangement)<br class='autobr' /> Participants: Up to 20 per cohort</p> - <a href="https://www.jncavtc.rw/Our-services/Short-Course/" rel="directory">Short Course</a> <img src='https://www.jncavtc.rw/IMG/logo/istockphoto-1437509582-612x612.jpg?1771879829' class='spip_logo spip_logo_right' width='150' height='113' alt="" /> <div class='rss_texte'><p>Prerequisites: Basic understanding of plant biology or small-scale farming<br class='autobr' /> Methodology: Interactive lectures, hands-on system assembly & management, nutrient preparation workshops, group design exercise & business planning, field visit<br class='autobr' /> 2. <strong>Learning Objectives</strong><br class='autobr' /> • Explain the core principles and benefits of hydroponics<br class='autobr' /> • Design and build common hydroponic systems (NFT, DWC, ebb & flow)<br class='autobr' /> • Formulate and adjust nutrient solutions (pH, EC management)<br class='autobr' /> • Select, germinate, and transplant crops suited for hydroponics<br class='autobr' /> • Monitor and control environmental parameters (light, temperature, humidity)<br class='autobr' /> • Diagnose and remedy nutrient deficiencies and pests<br class='autobr' /> • Harvest, grade, and package produce for market<br class='autobr' /> • Draft a simple business plan and ROI model for a hydroponic farm</p> <p>3.<strong> Course Modules & Schedule</strong></p> <table> <tr> <th>Day</th> <th>Morning (Theory)</th> <th>Afternoon (Practical)</th> </tr> <tr> <td>Day 1</td> <td>Introduction to Hydroponics & Soilless Culture; System Types (NFT, DWC, Ebb & Flow, Aeroponics)</td> <td>Unboxing & Identifying System Components; Building a Basic NFT Channel</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day 2</td> <td>Water Quality, pH & EC Fundamentals; Nutrient Solution Chemistry & Preparation</td> <td>Mixing & Calibrating Nutrient Solutions; Hands-on pH/EC Metering</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day 3</td> <td>Crop Selection & Propagation Methods (Seeds vs. Cuttings); Economic Crop Cycles</td> <td>Seeding Germination Trays; Transplanting into DWC and Raft Systems</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day4</td> <td>Environmental Controls: Lighting, Temperature, Humidity; Sensors & Automation Basics</td> <td>Installing Timers & Sensors; Simulating Day/Night Cycles & Adjustments</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day5</td> <td>Integrated Pest & Disease Management in Hydroponics; Business Model Canvas & ROI Analysis</td> <td>Harvesting & Post-Harvest Handling; Group Business Plan Presentations</td> </tr> </table> <p>⦁<strong>Key Takeaways</strong></p> <p>• Hydroponic grow channels, reservoirs, pumps, tubing<br class='autobr' /> • pH and EC meters, calibration fluids<br class='autobr' /> • Grow lights (LED panels) and timer units<br class='autobr' /> • Starter nutrient kits and dosing syringes<br class='autobr' /> • Seed trays, rockwool cubes, and starter seeds<br class='autobr' /> • Protective gloves, masks, and cleaning supplies</p> <p>⦁<strong>Equipment & Materials Provided</strong></p> <p>• Hydroponic grow channels, reservoirs, pumps, tubing<br class='autobr' /> • pH and EC meters, calibration fluids<br class='autobr' /> • Grow lights (LED panels) and timer units<br class='autobr' /> • Starter nutrient kits and dosing syringes<br class='autobr' /> • Seed trays, rockwool cubes, and starter seeds<br class='autobr' /> • Protective gloves, masks, and cleaning supplies</p> <p>⦁<strong>Training benefits </strong></p> <p>Hydroponic training equips youth with soilless cultivation, nutrient management, and automation skills, enabling year round high-value crop production, entrepreneurship, digital literacy, food security, and sustainability.</p> <p><strong>2025 Training & Enrollment Schedule</strong></p> <table> <tr> <th>Quarter</th> <th>Training Type</th> <th>Registration Opens</th> <th>Registration Closes</th> <th>Training Dates</th> <th>Training Room</th> </tr> <tr> <td>Q1</td> <td>Mushroom Cultivation & Processing</td> <td>Nov 21, 2024 @ 9 AM</td> <td>Jan 6, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>Jan 20–24, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 1</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Q1</td> <td>Hydroponic Farming</td> <td>Dec 19, 2024 @ 9 AM</td> <td>Feb 3, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>Feb 17–21, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 2</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Q2</td> <td>Mushroom Cultivation & Processing</td> <td>Feb 20, 2025 @ 9 AM</td> <td>Apr 7, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>Apr 21–25, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 1</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Q2</td> <td>Hydroponic Farming</td> <td>Mar 20, 2025 @ 9 AM</td> <td>May 5, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>May 19–23, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 2</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Q3</td> <td>Mushroom Cultivation & Processing</td> <td>May 22, 2025 @ 9 AM</td> <td>Jul 7, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>Jul 21–25, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 1</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Q3</td> <td>Hydroponic Farming</td> <td>Jun 19, 2025 @ 9 AM</td> <td>Aug 4, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>Aug 18–22, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 2</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Q4</td> <td>Mushroom Cultivation & Processing</td> <td>Aug 21, 2025 @ 9 AM</td> <td>Oct 6, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>Oct 20–24, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 1</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Q4</td> <td>Hydroponic Farming</td> <td>Sep 18, 2025 @ 9 AM</td> <td>Nov 3, 2025 @ 5 PM</td> <td>Nov 17–21, 2025</td> <td>JNCAVTC Center, Room 2</td> </tr> </table> <p><strong>Notes</strong><br class='autobr' /> • Each session is limited to 20 participants.<br class='autobr' /> <strong>Enrollment & Payment for Training</strong><br class='autobr' /> <strong>Enrollment & Payment</strong><br class='autobr' /> Email: info@jncavtc.rw | Phone: +250 78 121 3378<br class='autobr' /> Payment options:<br class='autobr' /> • Bank of Africa – Account No 346 560 11878 (Bizimana Alphonse)<br class='autobr' /> • Mobile Money – 078 123 378 (Bizimana Alphonse)<br class='autobr' /> <strong>How to enroll</strong><br class='autobr' /> 1. Register online before the enrollment close date.<br class='autobr' /> 2. Pay the 100,000RWf fee to one of the accounts above</p></div> https://www.jncavtc.rw/Our-services/Short-Course/article/mushroom-cultivation-processing-for-commercial-production https://www.jncavtc.rw/Our-services/Short-Course/article/mushroom-cultivation-processing-for-commercial-production 2025-05-04T12:46:47Z text/html en <p>Duration: 5 days (8 hours per day)<br class='autobr' /> Fee: USD 1,000 (includes training materials, hands-on lab supplies, certificate)<br class='autobr' /> Location: JNCAVTC LTD Training Center, Kigali (or on-site by arrangement)<br class='autobr' /> Participants: Up to 20 per cohort</p> - <a href="https://www.jncavtc.rw/Our-services/Short-Course/" rel="directory">Short Course</a> <img src='https://www.jncavtc.rw/IMG/logo/360_f_1004730997_uh4kfue2ixacxp2w2hd3askfz2j3h7tr.jpg?1771880046' class='spip_logo spip_logo_right' width='150' height='84' alt="" /> <div class='rss_texte'><p>Prerequisites: Basic understanding of hygiene & small-scale farming<br class='autobr' /> Methodology: Interactive lectures, hands-on labs, group exercises & troubleshooting clinics, field visit</p> <p>⦁<strong>Learning Objectives</strong><br class='autobr' /> • Understand mushroom biology and commercial species selection<br class='autobr' /> • Produce and maintain high-quality spawn<br class='autobr' /> • Prepare, sterilize and inoculate substrates safely<br class='autobr' /> • Manage incubation, fruiting and environmental controls<br class='autobr' /> • Harvest mushrooms and implement quality-assured grading<br class='autobr' /> • Process (drying, packaging) and market fresh & value-added products</p> <p>⦁ <strong>Course Modules & Schedule</strong></p> <table> <tr> <th>Day</th> <th>Morning (Theory)</th> <th>Afternoon (Practical)</th> </tr> <tr> <td>Day 1</td> <td>Introduction to Fungi & Commercial Species Spawn Types & Quality Indicators</td> <td>Preparing Grain & Sawdust Substrate for Spawn Production Sterilization Techniques (Autoclave/LPG)</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day 2</td> <td>Substrate Formulation for Common Mushrooms (Oyster, Button, etc.) Hygiene & Contamination Control</td> <td>Hands-on Substrate Mixing & Bag Filling Sterile Inoculation of Spawn into Substrate Bags</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day 3</td> <td>Incubation Room Design & Environmental Parameters Monitoring Mycelial Growth</td> <td>Setting up Incubation Shelves Identifying & Managing Contaminants</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day4</td> <td>Fruiting Room Environment (Humidity, CO₂, Light) Harvesting Techniques & Yield Optimization</td> <td>Transferring Bags to Fruiting Rooms First Harvest Practice & Yield Recording</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Day5</td> <td>Post-Harvest Processing: Washing, Grading, Packaging Value-Addition: Drying, Powdering, Pickling</td> <td>Operating Drying Ovens / Sun-drying Racks Packing Fresh & Dried Mushrooms; Labelling & Storage</td> </tr> </table> <p>⦁<strong>Key Takeaways</strong><br class='autobr' /> • Standard Operating Procedures for each production stage<br class='autobr' /> • Troubleshooting checklist for contamination, low yield, and equipment issues<br class='autobr' /> • Business model canvas template for a mushroom farm<br class='autobr' /> • Market linkages: packaging standards, shelf-life, local/regional buyers<br class='autobr' /> • Certificate of Completion from JNCAVTC LTD & practical lab portfolio</p> <p><strong>Equipment & Materials Provided</strong><br class='autobr' /> • Spawn (starter culture)<br class='autobr' /> • Substrate ingredients (grain, sawdust, supplements)<br class='autobr' /> • Sterilization bags, gloves, masks, alcohol sprays<br class='autobr' /> • Drying oven access & packaging materials</p> <div class='spip_document_50 spip_document spip_documents spip_document_image spip_documents_center spip_document_center'> <figure class="spip_doc_inner"> <img src='https://www.jncavtc.rw/IMG/jpg/modern-mushroom-farm-greenhouse-with-rows-and-shelves-of-fresh-mushrooms-growing-on-mushroom-spores-photo.jpg' width='200' height='300' alt='' /> </figure> </div> <p>⦁<strong>Training benefits </strong><br class='autobr' /> Trainees master spawn, substrate, sterilization, environmental control, processing (drying, packaging), and business planning, gaining income diversification opportunities, job readiness, food security impact, and sustainability awareness.</p></div>