This program aims to foster innovation and technological transformation across the agri-food sector, integrating sustainability, digitalization, and entrepreneurship to enhance productivity, safety, and competitiveness. It aligns with STRATI’s commitment to advancing green innovation and food systems transformation in line with the UN SDGs, particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). It targets at students, researchers, agri-tech entrepreneurs, policymakers, agribusiness professionals, extension officers, and technology innovators. It aims to promote understanding of emerging technologies and innovation models in agri-food systems, build capacity in digital agriculture, automation, biotechnology, and sustainable food processing, and encourage entrepreneurial innovation for inclusive and climate-smart food systems.
1. One-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Agri-Food Innovation Systems | 1 Week | Online | Understand drivers and trends of innovation in agriculture and food systems | Innovation ecosystems, stakeholder mapping | Quiz + brief report | ₹2,000 / $25 | Start-ups, agri-R&D |
| Digital Technologies in Agriculture | 1 Week | Online | Explore ICT, IoT, and AI applications in modern farming | Precision agriculture, remote sensing | Mini project | ₹2,500 / $30 | Agri-tech, extension services |
2. Two-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Agri-Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn how to develop, incubate, and scale agri-tech business models | Business planning, technology transfer | Pitch presentation | ₹3,500 / $40 | Start-ups, incubators |
| Smart Farming and Digital Transformation | 2 Weeks | Online | Apply IoT, drones, and sensors to improve farm productivity | Data collection, automation systems | Applied project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Digital farming, agribusiness firms |
3. One-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Sustainable Food Processing and Innovation | 1 Month | Online | Learn eco-efficient food processing, storage, and packaging technologies | Process innovation, circular design | Case analysis | ₹6,000 / $70 | Food industry, SMEs |
| Technology Management in Agriculture and Agri-Business | 1 Month | Online | Explore technology adoption, innovation policies, and management tools | Tech assessment, R&D strategy | Capstone report | ₹6,000 / $70 | Research and innovation agencies |
4. Three-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Agri-Food Technology Systems and Sustainability Integration | 3 Months | Online | Examine sustainability-driven innovations in food systems | Life-cycle analysis, resource efficiency | Project + viva | ₹12,000 / $140 | UN projects, sustainable food chains |
| Innovation Ecosystems and Agri-Food Start-Up Management | 3 Months | Online | Design innovation ecosystems supporting start-ups and agri-clusters | Business incubation, partnerships | Field-based project | ₹12,000 / $140 | Incubators, policy think tanks |
5. Six-Month Diploma Course
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Professional Diploma in Agri-Food Innovation and Technology Management | 6 Months | Online | Master innovation systems, emerging technologies, and entrepreneurship for resilient agri-food systems | Innovation management, digital transformation, sustainability assessment | Capstone project + viva | ₹25,000 / $300 | Start-ups, agri-tech enterprises, research institutions |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Career Pathways: Agri-Innovation Specialist • Food Technology Manager • Agri-Tech Entrepreneur • Sustainable Product Designer • Policy Advisor
- Integrates agri-food innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability
- Promotes technology entrepreneurship and inclusive innovation
- Emphasizes alignment with FAO, UNIDO, and OECD agri-tech innovation frameworks
- Ideal for students, researchers, start-up founders, and agricultural policymakers
- STRATI-certified and aligned with international governance training standards
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities