Wageningen University e-academy
Professional courses and agricultural training platfrom
Description
Wageningen University e-academy is an online learning platform providing professional education on agriculture, food systems, sustainability and environmental management. The platform offers structured courses, training programmes and digital learning modules developed by researchers and experts from Wageningen University & Research. Learners can explore topics such as sustainable agriculture, climate-smart farming, food security, soil management and innovation in agri-food systems.
Technology
The platform operates as a web-based digital learning environment delivering online courses through multimedia content, recorded lectures, reading materials and interactive modules. Participants can follow structured programmes at their own pace, access learning resources remotely and engage with course materials through an online learning management system designed for professional training.
Target
The main users include professionals working in agriculture, food systems, environmental management and rural development. The courses are particularly relevant for policymakers, researchers, farm advisors and professionals seeking to strengthen technical knowledge on sustainable agriculture and food systems.
Business model
The platform operates under a fee-for-service model where participants enrol in professional online courses developed by Wageningen University & Research. Course fees vary depending on the programme, duration and certification options offered through the e-academy.
Impact
As of March 2026, the e-academy offers 8 courses on topics such as drones for agriculture, sustainable soil management, deforestation and supply chain, among others.
Partners
Academic professors and tutors
Four Betters
Better life
