Online course boosts consultant’s sustainable agriculture insight

Flexible, research-led training from Aberystwyth University to help you get to grips with sustainable agriculture.

As someone who juggles advisory work, farm visits and the day-to-day realities of agriculture, George Peart knows just how hard it can be to fit professional development into a busy schedule.

But for him, the online postgraduate modules from Aberystwyth University have been incredible.

“The soil and grassland modules I’ve been working through have been fantastic,” says George (pictured right), principal sustainability consultant at Promar International.

“The content is grounded in the latest research through IBERS, so it’s relevant to what’s happening on farms right now and will be happening in the future.”

Each lecture is broken into manageable 15-minute chunks – perfect for dipping into during quieter moments in the week.

“The online platform works well on both your phone and laptop,” George explains. “I listen to lectures as a podcast while I’m driving. You could listen to lectures while milking, on the tractor, or running stock through a race.”

What sets these courses apart, he says, is how they offer the flexibility of distance learning, but still allow you to get to know the other students.

“Most modules include group work, so it doesn’t feel like distance learning. The teaching team is also really approachable and supportive.”

If you’re looking to upskill yourself or your team in sustainable agriculture, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. And if you’re part of a supply chain – now’s the time to consider co-funding this kind of training for your producers.

Find out more on the IBERS Distance Learning website.