AKTC -Bayer field day
AKTC was delighted to host Bayer’s field day
which aimed at providing farmers and stakeholders with insights into Bayer’s agricultural,…
Trainings
AKTC provides hands-on trainings on modern agricultural equipment and adopted crop production systems for grain, oil seed and potatoes. In order to contribute to an increased yield, trainings emphasize on sustainable usage of natural resources and are open to all players in the agricultural industry. However, our major target group are mechanized market-oriented farmers..
Upcoming Trainings
| Date | Training | Target group |
|---|---|---|
| 23- 27 June 2025 | AKTC Modular | Emergent Farmers |
| 11 July 2025 | Vegetable Indaba | Interested Persons |
2025 Training Calendar
Our Training Categories
A Regional Centre of excellence
The Centre offers a mix of practical trainings and demonstrations on sustainable production methods and the professional use of agricultural machinery for tractor operators and agriculture service providers. Through these activities , the project aims to increase technical and managerial skills of the target groups and contributes to the sustainable development and modernisation of the Zambian agricultural sector
Student Trainings
AKTC in collaboration with agricultural universities and colleges under the Ministry of Agriculture in Zambia provides trainings to students in various topics. These training are designed to provide an industrial practical knowledge and on-farm experience to students as a compliment to the theory learnt in school. We therefore conduct trainings in farm mechanization, implement calibrations and soil cultivation and conservation.
Modular Trainings
This is a combined set of different trainings conducted for a period of 5 working days to a group of selected emergent farmers. The purpose of this modular training is to provide farmers with a complete hands-on agricultural knowledge on modern technologies and farming methods. The selected set of trainings promote mechanized conservation agriculture & climate adapted farming methods.
Commercial Farmer Trainings
AKTC also conducts trainings in modern agricultural technologies that meet the demands of commercial farmers. The trainings conducted are:
(1) Variable rain and irrigation pumps
(2) Mechanized conservation agriculture
(3) Cover crops
Indabas
These are one day trainings that AKTC conducts in partnership with other experts on the topic. The objective is to transfer proven agricultural production knowledge on crops and irrigation to farmers at an affordable fee. We offer the following trainings:-
(1) Soya bean production.
(2) Potato production.
(3) Irrigation and water management
Do you need a training?
Are you a company, organization or institution in need of training? We’d love to hear from you!
Attachments & Internship
An opportunity to thrive on hands on experience
At the Zambia-Germany Agricultural Knowledge and Training Centre (AKTC), we are committed to equipping students with hands-on experience in modern, climate-smart agricultural practices. Our internship and attachment program provides a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, gain practical skills, and contribute to innovative agricultural solutions.
We believe in nurturing the next generation of agricultural professionals, and our structured program is designed to give you real-world exposure in a dynamic farm environment. Whether you’re looking to enhance your knowledge, develop technical skills, or explore career opportunities in agriculture, AKTC is the perfect place to grow..
