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DLJ Academy

Flagship program

International Organic Farming Academy

A year of field-based organic practice for tropical and subtropical farms — compost to certification readiness.

Organic vegetables growing on a terraced hillside
Length
12 months, part-time
Format
Blended: online and field
Field time
About 10 hours a week
Credential
Organic Practice Certificate

What you'll learn

  • Building living soil with compost, cover crops and mulch
  • Pest and disease control without synthetic chemicals
  • Seed saving and nursery management
  • Record-keeping for organic certification
  • Selling organic produce at a fair price

Who it's for

Farmers moving to organic, graduates who want hands-on practice and entrepreneurs building an organic brand.

Program structure

  1. 01

    Term 1 · Soil

    Soil biology, composting, testing and fertility plans.

  2. 02

    Term 2 · Crops

    Rotation, intercropping, pest control and water.

  3. 03

    Term 3 · Market

    Certification readiness, post-harvest handling and sales.