Course description
The Role of Start-ups in Agriculture
In a knowledge-based society, innovation is the driving force of the economy on all levels and in all types of organisations. Start-ups are companies or ventures that are focused on few products or services that the founders want to bring to market.
This course discusses the various stages of formation and development of a start-up. It provides the basic knowledge needed in starting and operating Agri start-ups. The course also covers the different concepts in start-ups ecosystem, the modes of funding and financing and the role of start-ups in Agriculture
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites:
None
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
- Agri-startup ecosystem
- Role of start-ups in agriculture and allied activities
- Agri startup developmental phases
- Scope, opportunities and challenges of startups in agriculture and allied activities
Training Course Content
Week 1
Agri start-up ecosystem
Definition, Principle and focus areas of Agri start-ups
Overview and need of Agri start-ups
Different stages of formation
Funding & Finance
Scope & opportunities
Scope and opportunities of startups in agriculture.
Week 2
Role of Start-ups in agriculture and allied activities
Crop production
Soil testing
Precision farming
Digital technology such as drones, IOT, Robotics etc.
Poultry, Dairy, Fishery etc.
Week 3
Role of Agri-start-up in Post-harvest Management
Marketing
Agri value chain
Agri supply chain
Week 4
Emerging trends, challenges, way forward and conclusion
New trends emerging for Agri start-ups
Challenges & Problems
Way forward and conclusion
Course delivery details
This course is offered through State Bank of India, a partner institute of EdX.
2-4 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$139
- Audit Track - Free