Sustainable Agriculture, Food Systems, and Climate Resilience

This comprehensive learning cluster focuses on building knowledge and leadership in sustainable agriculture, climate-resilient food systems, and green innovation. It bridges science, policy, and practice, aligning with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action) — making it a cornerstone of STRATI’s sustainability education portfolio.

  1. One-Week Certificate Courses

(Awareness and Foundation Level)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture 1 Week Online Understand sustainability concepts in modern agriculture Foundational literacy Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Policy & education
Climate Change and Food Security 1 Week Online Analyze climate impacts on food systems Impact assessment Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Development & research
Organic and Regenerative Farming Systems 1 Week Online Learn organic and soil regeneration techniques Sustainable practices Case study ₹2,500 / $30 Agribusiness & NGOs
Agri-Food Value Chain and Market Linkages 1 Week Online Study linkages from farm to market Supply chain basics Assignment ₹2,500 / $30 Agribusiness
Water-Efficient and Climate-Smart Agriculture 1 Week Online Understand efficient irrigation and water-saving practices Resource management Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Water & agriculture sectors
  1. Two-Week Certificate Courses

(Applied and Technical Competence Level)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) Practices 2 Weeks Online Learn adaptation and mitigation in agricultural systems CSA design Project ₹3,500 / $40 Rural development
Sustainable Land and Soil Management 2 Weeks Online Apply soil health and fertility enhancement practices Soil analytics Report ₹3,500 / $40 Agriculture & research
Food Policy, Trade, and Global Governance 2 Weeks Online Study global food policies, trade, and regulation Policy literacy Case study ₹3,500 / $40 Policy institutions
Sustainable Agri-Value Chains 2 Weeks Online Design environmentally responsible agri-value chains Value chain mapping Project ₹3,500 / $40 Agribusiness
Agroecology and Biodiversity Conservation 2 Weeks Online Explore agroecological principles for ecosystem health Ecological design Essay ₹3,500 / $40 Environmental NGOs
  1. One-Month Certificate Courses

(Professional Integration and Policy Application Level)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Integrated Sustainable Agriculture Planning 1 Month Online Plan sustainable agriculture systems combining ecology and economics System planning Project ₹7,000 / $85 Policy & development
Food Systems Transformation and Innovation 1 Month Online Understand transformation frameworks for resilient food systems Strategic innovation Report ₹7,000 / $85 Agritech & policy
Climate Adaptation in Agriculture 1 Month Online Develop adaptation strategies for crops and rural livelihoods Climate adaptation Assignment ₹7,000 / $85 Climate & agriculture
Agricultural Finance and Green Investments 1 Month Online Learn financing tools and ESG-linked agri-investment models Financial literacy Project ₹7,000 / $85 Finance & policy
Women and Youth in Agri-Entrepreneurship 1 Month Online Explore inclusion and innovation in agri-startups Entrepreneurship Case study ₹7,000 / $85 Development & enterprise
  1. Three-Month Certificate Courses

(Advanced Applied and Analytical Level)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Policy 3 Months Online Integrate climate and agricultural policy frameworks Policy design Dissertation ₹12,000 / $150 Policy & governance
Precision Agriculture and Digital Tools 3 Months Online Apply IoT, AI, and data analytics to agriculture Digital skills Project ₹12,000 / $150 AgriTech
Sustainable Food Supply Chains and Logistics 3 Months Online Develop sustainable logistics for agri-food systems Supply chain modeling Capstone ₹12,000 / $150 Logistics & trade
Land Use Planning and Resource Management 3 Months Online Evaluate sustainable land use policies Planning tools Report ₹12,000 / $150 Governance & policy
Agricultural Innovation and Circular Bioeconomy 3 Months Online Connect bioeconomy and circular models in agriculture Innovation design Dissertation ₹12,000 / $150 Green industry
  1. Six-Month Diploma Courses

(Comprehensive Leadership and Research Level)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems 6 Months Online/Hybrid Build leadership in sustainable food systems management Policy leadership Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Government & NGOs
Diploma in Climate-Resilient Farming and Adaptation 6 Months Online Design climate adaptation projects for farmers Project design Capstone ₹27,000 / $320 Climate & rural sectors
Diploma in Agri-Policy, Governance, and Trade 6 Months Online Analyze agri-trade and governance frameworks globally Policy research Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Policy institutions
Diploma in Sustainable Value Chains and Food Processing 6 Months Online Develop low-carbon agri-value chains Value chain optimization Project ₹27,000 / $320 Agribusiness
Diploma in Smart and Digital Agriculture 6 Months Online Master AI, IoT, and remote sensing for sustainable agriculture Tech application Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 AgriTech & analytics

Common Features Across All Courses

  • Anchored in FAO’s Climate-Smart Agriculture Framework, UN SDG 2, and Paris Agreement
  • Integrates policy, finance, digital innovation, and local governance
  • Designed for graduates, policymakers, agribusiness professionals, and NGO practitioners
  • STRATI certification in Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Resilience Leadership
  • Placement and research collaboration opportunities
  • Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships