Last month, Martijn de Klerk from FutureWater concluded a successful training program in Ghana, equipping agricultural lecturers with innovative tools and knowledge to advance smart irrigation and sustainable farming practices. In partnership with Bram de Vries from Holland Greentech and as part of the SOSIA+ project funded by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), the program delivered hands-on sessions at two prestigious agricultural colleges, Ohawu Agricultural College in the Volta Region and Kwadaso Agricultural College in Kumasi.
Over 1.5 days at each location, lecturers participated in interactive workshops designed to enhance their technical expertise. The training focused on:
- Understanding crop water requirements
- Analyzing weather data using TAHMO World weather stations
- Applying FutureWater’s SOSIA+ app for informed decision-making
- Leveraging FAO’s Earth Map tool for land and climate insights
The educators displayed remarkable enthusiasm, demonstrating their commitment to integrating these advanced tools into their curriculum. By leaving behind comprehensive training materials, FutureWater aims to ensure that these lessons will empower the next generation of agricultural professionals in Ghana.
