Advanced Sustainable Nutrient Management in New Zealand Agriculture
Farming
A course by
Massey University
This advanced online course covers nutrient management, recent research, and nutrient budgeting issues. Participants develop nutrient management plans that meet production goals for actual New Zealand farm enterprises.
NZ$3,163
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced nutrient management plans
Create and justify nutrient management plans for real farm enterprises that meet production objectives and minimise environmental impacts.
Apply Overseer software
Use the OverseerFM tool to carry out detailed nutrient budgeting for a variety of farming scenarios.
About This Course
Advanced Sustainable Nutrient Management in New Zealand Agriculture is designed for advisors and professionals managing nutrients in the primary sector. Building on knowledge from the intermediate course, it covers recent research, nutrient budgeting, and the development of nutrient management plans tailored to meet farm production goals while minimising environmental impacts. The course uses the Overseer software for nutrient budgeting, features online tutorials, case studies (pastoral and arable), assignments, and concludes with a two-hour examination. Successful completion, along with the intermediate course, leads to a Certificate of Completion and is a prerequisite for the Nutrient Management Adviser Certification Programme.
Course Content
- Nutrient management planning
- Recent research in nutrient management
- Nutrient budgeting issues using Overseer software
- Case studies (pastoral and arable farming)
- Assignments on real farm enterprises
- Development of nutrient management plans to meet production and environmental goals
- Presentation and peer/tutor feedback of personal case study
- Online tutorials and concept reinforcement
- Two-hour final examination
Entry Requirements
Successful completion of the Intermediate Sustainable Nutrient Management in New Zealand Agriculture short course.
Build towards these roles
Nutrient management advisorFarm environment consultantAgribusiness advisorEnvironmental compliance roles in agriculture
Build skills in these industries
AgricultureEnvironmental consultancyPrimary industries
