We are delighted to inform you of a new professional-development offering: a five-day certificate course on “Sustainable Agriculture: Perspectives and Principles,” jointly offered by Azim Premji University and the Centre for Sustainable Agriculture (CSA).

When: 02–06 February 2026 (09:00 AM onwards)
Apply by: 31 December 2025 (fee payment deadline: 09 January 2026 for selected candidates)
Fees:

• ₹7,670 (for Azim Premji Foundation/University partners, including accommodation)

• ₹14,750 (for non-partners, including accommodation)

Why this course?

Current dominant agricultural practices have significant adverse impacts on soil health, water, biodiversity and human health. While many alternatives described as “sustainable” exist, there is no broad consensus on what sustainability truly means or how to evaluate these practices in terms of both ecological and socioeconomic outcomes.

Through this course, we aim to fill that gap by providing a comprehensive and balanced understanding — not just of “packages-of-practice,” but of the scientific principles, diverse approaches (organic, natural, permaculture, deep ecology), and real-world implications at the farmer and community level. Participants will gain insight into soil & seed systems, pest & disease management, farm economics, farmer behaviour, and the broader challenges of scaling sustainable agriculture.

Who should apply?

The course is designed for founders, senior government officials, civil society practitioners, consultants, and rural livelihood professionals. It welcomes both individuals and organisations working across agriculture, environment, rural development, and allied sectors.

Structure & Pedagogy

• 20 sessions over 5 days (in Hindi and English) at the APU, Bengaluru

• Format: lectures, presentations, videos, interactive classroom discussions

• Certificate of participation awarded on successful completion.

We invite interested parties to apply soon — seats are limited, and the selection is based on experience and application.

Apply here → [Link to application form]
For questions, email: SustainableAgriculture.course@apu.edu.in or call +91 8971889988 (office hours). Azim Premji University