This course gives access to the latest insights of world leading Dutch knowledge organisations and private companies from the horticulture sector and covers the complete horticulture value chain. The programme specifically addresses the following aspects:

•  Broad expertise on horticultural production, both protected and open field;
• The importance of post-harvest, quality and logistics processes;
• Insights in domestic and international market systems;
• In-depth knowledge on socio-economic aspects of horticultural value chains;
• Value chain analysis, management principles and integrated strategies for horticultural development
• Attention to international standards for good agricultural practices and quality issues in international trade;
• Insight in the relevant international institutional and policy developments, as well as the relevance to your own country;
• Understanding of the role of multi-stakeholder processes in developing vibrant markets.

For more information and online application: http://www.wageningenur.nl/en/Expertise-Services/Research-Institutes/centre-for-development-innovation/short-courses/Shortcourses2017/CDIcourse_horticulture_2017.htm

How to apply: http://www.wageningenur.nl/en/Expertise-Services/Research-Institutes/centre-for-development-innovation/short-courses/how-to-apply.htm

More information on fellowships: http://www.wageningenur.nl/en/Expertise-Services/Research-Institutes/centre-for-development-innovation/short-courses/scholarships.htm