Agriscape Innovation Company Limited (ASI Co. Ltd) is pleased to announce that it is currently hosting students for Field Practical Training (FPT) as part of its commitment to supporting agricultural education and practical skills development. The company has received students from Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), including 33 Year 2 students from the College of Social Sciences and Humanities, Department of Development Studies, and 5 Year 3 students from the College of Economics and Business Studies (CoEBS), Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (AEA) and 1 student from Borigaram Agriculture Technical College (BATC).

Students placed at Agriscape Innovation Company Limited (ASI Co. Ltd) have been equipped with a wide range of practical skills in nursery establishment and crop production systems. They actively participate in seed selection, propagation techniques (including seed sowing, cuttings, and grafting), and the preparation of appropriate growth media for different crops such as vegetables, fruits, and spices. In addition, students gain hands-on experience in irrigation management, particularly the installation and maintenance of drip irrigation systems, as well as efficient water-use practices. They are also trained in soil fertility management, including compost preparation, fertilizer application based on crop requirements and growth stages, and the identification of nutrient deficiency symptoms. These activities enable students to understand the full cycle of crop establishment and early-stage management under real farm conditions

The training emphasizes integrated pest and disease management practices, where students learn how to identify common crop pests and diseases, understand their life cycles, and apply appropriate control measures using both conventional and eco-friendly approaches. They are also exposed to post-harvest handling techniques, including harvesting at the correct maturity stage, sorting, grading, packaging, and storage to reduce losses and maintain product quality. In the agribusiness component, students develop skills in basic farm record keeping, cost-benefit analysis, and market-oriented production planning. Through continuous mentorship and field-based learning, they build critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, preparing them to operate effectively in modern agricultural systems and agribusiness environments.

Students are exposed to practical farm planning and land-use design, where they learn how to assess site conditions such as soil type, topography, and water availability to develop efficient and sustainable farm layouts. They participate in activities such as plot demarcation, spacing optimization, crop arrangement, and the integration of different enterprises (e.g., horticulture, agroforestry, and small-scale irrigation systems). This experience enables them to appreciate the importance of resource-use efficiency, environmental conservation, and climate-smart agriculture practices. Students are also introduced to basic mechanization and the safe use and maintenance of farm tools and equipment, enhancing their operational competence and safety awareness in real agricultural settings.

Moreover, the program strengthens students’ competencies in communication, extension services, and community engagement. They are trained on how to deliver agricultural knowledge to farmers through demonstrations, field visits, and advisory support, thereby building confidence in knowledge transfer and stakeholder interaction. Students also gain exposure to agribusiness innovation and entrepreneurship, including value addition, product branding, and market linkage development. By engaging in real business scenarios and teamwork-driven assignments, they develop leadership, adaptability, and decision-making skills that are essential for success in the evolving agricultural sector. This holistic training approach ensures that graduates are not only technically skilled but also capable of driving agricultural transformation within their communities.

In total, 39 students have been placed at Agriscape Innovation Company Limited (ASI Co. Ltd) for Field Practical Training, where they are engaged in various agribusiness, extension activities,horticultural activities, farm design and layout, irrigation systems as well as marketing strategies under the supervision of the company’s technical team. Agriscape Innovation Company Limited (ASI Co. Ltd) remains committed to providing a supportive and practical learning environment that bridges academic knowledge with real-field agricultural experience, contributing to the development of skilled and competent future agricultural professionals

PREPARED BY:

AgriScape Management Team

Morogoro, Tanzania