Sustainable Farming Learning Platform
Online courses on agriculture and climate related themes
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
CGIAR Sustainable Farming Learning Platform is an online training environment designed to provide educational resources and courses on sustainable agricultural practices. The platform offers structured learning materials covering topics such as climate-smart agriculture, soil health, crop management and sustainable farming systems.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
The learning platform operates through a web-based learning management system that hosts digital courses, training materials and interactive learning resources. Users can access lessons online, follow structured modules and engage with educational content designed for self-paced learning. Multimedia resources such as videos, presentations and reading materials are integrated into the platform to support remote training and knowledge dissemination. The platform also offers guests limited access on some courses. Users can filter the courses, which include categories such as research development and methodologies, climate change, social equity, and sustainable agriculture.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
The primary users include farmers, agricultural advisors, researchers and policymakers working on sustainable agriculture and rural development. Training resources are also relevant for development practitioners and organizations implementing agricultural programmes aimed at improving productivity, sustainability and climate resilience.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
Educational materials and courses are provided free of charge as part of CGIAR’s global research and knowledge-sharing activities aimed at supporting sustainable agricultural development.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
The elearning platform aims to contribute to capacity building by providing open-access training resources on sustainable farming practices for global audiences. As of March 2026, there are 14 available courses on the platform.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
CGIAR System Organization; Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT; International Food Policy Research Institute; International Water Management Institute; International Rice Research Institute; International Center for Tropical Agriculture; International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics; International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center; World Agroforestry
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
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