Eagrochels offers specialised Fertigation Training to help farmers, agronomists, and agribusiness professionals optimise nutrient delivery through irrigation systems, improving crop growth, yield, and quality. Our training combines practical field demonstrations, scientific guidance, and hands-on exercises to ensure participants can apply fertigation effectively and sustainably.

Who Can Benefit

Commercial and smallholder farmers
Agronomists and extension officers
Greenhouse and horticulture operators
Irrigation system managers and farm technicians
Research and agricultural development organisations

What We Cover

1. Introduction to Fertigation

Principles and benefits of fertigation
Comparison with conventional fertiliser application
Crop and soil requirements for effective fertigation

2. Designing Fertigation Systems

Types of fertigation systems for different crops and farm sizes
Calculating nutrient concentrations and irrigation volumes
Integration with drip, sprinkler, and other irrigation systems

3. Fertiliser Management & Application

Preparing nutrient solutions for macro- and micronutrients
Timing and dosing strategies to maximise nutrient uptake
Adjusting fertigation based on soil tests, crop growth, and weather

4. Monitoring & Troubleshooting

Detecting nutrient deficiencies or toxicities early
System maintenance and troubleshooting for uniform nutrient delivery
Record-keeping and data analysis for precision fertigation

5. Sustainable & Efficient Practices

Minimising nutrient losses and environmental impact
Combining fertigation with integrated crop management
Best practices for long-term soil health and crop productivity

Fertigation and Foliar Fertiliser Application Training - Practical Guide for Farmers and Extension Personnel