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GREEN HOUSE TECHNOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM Introduction

Outdoor crop growth is susceptible to a myriad of varying climatical elements. In most instances, the climatical elements have adverse effects on the general crop growth and ultimate productivity. The situation is exacerbated by the emergence of climate change that is increasingly making outdoor plant growing unpredictable. To ameliorate the negative effects of climatical elements on outdoor growing of crops/plants, green house technology offers an effective alternative intervention. This course is thus designed to impart practical skills and expertise on prudent application of green house technology in attaining maximum crop yields for food sufficiency, income generation and ultimate wealth creation. 1.2 Course Objectives

By the end of the course training, the participants should be able to : i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. vii. viii. ix. 1.3 Define a green house and explain its uses Identify and relate factors used to determine suitable sites of a green house List down factors to consider in sizing a green house Design a simple green house using locally available resources Select suitable crops/plants species for growth inside a green house Carry out general day to day management and husbandry practices on green house plants Carry out regular and schedule maintenance practices on green house structures Trouble shoot common green house plants problems Analyze investment in green house technology

Target Groups Extension Service Providers Farmer Groups Small Holder Farmers Small Holders Irrigation Managers Interested Stakeholders

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Methodology

The course shall be delivered through: Lectures Practical Demonstration Field Work 1 of 3

 Group Discussions Field Trip 1.5 Course Duration

One week or 40 hrs. 1.6 Course Fees

Ksh.15, 500 Fullboard 1.7 1.7.1 Course Contents/Outline Introduction - Definition - Importance of a Green House - Types of Green Houses - Siting Green House Design of Green House - Local Materials for Green House Construction - Modern Materials for Green House Construction - Sizing Green House - Structural Frame - Floor - Gutter - Doors - Construction 1.7.3 Green House Crops - Vegetables - Flowers - Fruits 1.7.4 Management of Green House Plants - Humidification/Damping Down - Pest and Diseases Control - Hygienic & Sanitary Standards - Ventilation - Staking 21/2 hrs - Class 4 hrs Practical 2 hrs Class Session 4 hrs Practical 21/2 hrs

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4 hrs - Class Session 8 hrs - Practical

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Structure Maintenance - In & Outdoor Cleaning - Repair Works - Part Replacement

2 hrs Class Session 4 hrs Practical

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Green House Plants Problems - Pest and diseases attack - Unsterilized Soil/Manures - New Plants Inspection - Spraying, Fumigating & Dusting

3 hrs Class Session 3 hrs Practical

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Investment Analysis - Costing - Gross Margins Analysis ( GMA)

2 hrs Class Session

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