About Course

The module Agrochemicals and Their Application introduces learners to the agrochemical industry, covering chemical grades, formulations, applications, and factors limiting their use. It emphasizes safe handling, precautions, packaging, equipment, transportation, and storage, while also addressing side effects, first aid for poisoning, and disposal of expired chemicals, particularly under Ethiopian conditions. The course explores health hazards of expired agrochemicals, costs of disposal, and extension methods for promoting their use to improve crop yields, involving government, NGOs, and private stakeholders. It also reviews laws, licensing processes, and job opportunities across the agrochemical value chain, from production and importation to trading and application. Each unit includes objectives, exercises, summaries, and visual aids to support learning. By completing the course, learners will gain expertise in agrochemical applications, serving as a vital link between farmers and researchers, and helping address challenges in farm and storage practices.

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Course Content

Module Introduction

  • Module Introduction

Module Objectives

Unit 1: The Different Agrochemicals Industries, the Grades (Ingredients) of Chemicals and Formulations