Agricultural training institutes training policy.pdf

Summary

The provided document outlines a 2012 draft policy created by the South African Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to regulate training at Agricultural Training Institutes. Its primary objective is to establish a unified framework of standards and guidelines for educating both emerging and commercial farmers as well as sectoral officials. The text defines eligibility requirements, such as grade level and commodity focus, while emphasizing a curriculum split of 70% practical work and 30% theory. Furthermore, it details behavioral regulations for students, responsibilities for trainers, and the necessity of after-care services conducted in partnership with local municipalities. By focusing on human resource development, the policy aims to remove obstacles for disadvantaged individuals and ensure that agricultural education serves as a strategic economic investment.