What is the Certified Agricultural Consultant?

The Certified Agricultural Consultant is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Agriculture & Agribusiness.

How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 Weeks and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Intermediate Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

You can enrol by emailing info@certifications.ac, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

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Executive Summary

Certified Agricultural Consultant

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agricultural Consultant (CAGRC) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CAGRC holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Agricultural Consultant

Acronym

CAGRC

Who Should Enrol?

Agronomists and Farm Managers
Agricultural Extension and Advisory Officers
Agribusiness and Value-Chain Professionals
Cooperative and Rural Development Practitioners

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex crop and livestock production functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement crop and livestock production systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to crop and livestock production

Global Employability

Qualify for crop and livestock production roles across agribusinesses, cooperatives, NGOs, research institutions and government agencies worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Crop and Soil Science, Agronomy and Land Management

✦Livestock, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Fundamentals

✦Farm Business Management, Value Chains and Markets

✦Sustainable, Climate-Smart and Regenerative Agriculture

✦Agricultural Extension, Advisory Services and Rural Development

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Agricultural Consultant

Certified Agricultural Consultant: industry context, trends and professional standards · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains · Professional roles, ethics and standards for agricultural practitioners · Agroecological zones, farming systems and enterprise selection

2

Protecting and Watering the Crop

Integrated pest and disease management · Water management and irrigation practice · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Variable-rate application and yield mapping

3

Livestock in the System

Livestock husbandry and productivity · Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Animal health, disease and biosecurity · Post-harvest handling, storage and loss reduction

4

Harvest and Post-Harvest

Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment · Post-harvest loss and handling · Storage, drying and stock management · Housing, welfare and environmental management

5

Markets, Margins and Records

Market access, buyers and contract farming · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Soil chemistry, pH and cation exchange capacity

6

Finance, Inputs and Organisation

Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives · Cropping systems, rotations and intercropping

7

Soil, Nutrition and Establishment

Soil health and fertility management · Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency · Seed selection, varieties and seed systems · Grades, standards and quality

8

Data, Records and Research

Record-keeping and management accounting · Farm management information systems and data platforms · Statistics and exploratory data analysis · Dashboards and data storytelling

9

Technology in Agriculture

Demonstration, on-farm trials and technology transfer · Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management · CRM and marketing automation platforms · Scaling technologies and business models

10

Leadership and Management

NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Reinsurance and capacity management · Solvency, capital and prudential supervision

11

Supply and Logistics

The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy · Public versus private procurement · Supply markets and the enabling environment

12

Operations and Quality

Agro-processing and value addition · Quality of the therapeutic relationship · Outcome and process measures · Generative AI as a professional productivity tool

13

Communication and Advisory

Governance of ESG and reporting · Management and board reporting · Safety communication and campaigns · Environmental monitoring and reporting

14

Policy, Land and Legal

Contract farming and out-grower schemes · The regulatory landscape and central banking · Contract law and formation · Contract exit and renewal

15

Health and Nutrition

Brand health and measurement · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Confidentiality and health data · Forecasting and pipeline health

16

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder mapping across the agricultural ecosystem · Engaging farmers, agribusiness, government and donors · Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms · Relationship management and retention

17

Labour and Workforce

Customer and employee satisfaction · Employee engagement models and drivers · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting

18

Ethics and Responsibility

Professional standards and ethics (CIPS) · Sustainability and responsible sourcing · Ethics and professional conduct in security · Corporate responsibility and community

19

Enterprise and Innovation

Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture · Agribusiness models and strategy · Farm and enterprise business planning · Enterprise budgeting and gross margins

20

Strategy and Development

Scaling and growth strategies · Bankable proposal development · Strategic customer relationships · Coaching and skill development

21

Learning and Adoption

Change management and adoption · Cognitive load and learning science · The learning and development profession · Learning strategy and business alignment

22

Inclusion and Equity

Brand strategy, identity and equity · Youth and start-ups in agriculture · Handling vulnerable customers · Brand equity and positioning

23

Agricultural Practice

Agricultural value chain analysis · Agricultural finance and credit · Using evidence to refine agricultural practice · Designing an evidence-based intervention or farm plan

24

Markets and Value Chains

Market linkages and aggregation · Inclusive and fair value chains · Market systems and price discovery · Customer retention in the vehicle ownership cycle

25

Agricultural Finance

Investment appraisal and risk · Cost-effectiveness and value-for-money analysis · Cost concepts, classification and behaviour · Costing methods: absorption, marginal and activity-based

26

Environment and Climate

Responsible and sustainable banking · Sustainable and green banking · Control environment and risk assessment · Sustainability, ESG and integrated value

27

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Residual risk and ALARP · Risk registers and monitoring · Fire risk assessment · Process safety and major-accident hazards

28

Communities and Capability

Customer and community engagement · Microfinance and group lending · Training needs analysis · Capacity planning and line balancing

29

Projects and Delivery

Continuous improvement of programmes · Wellness programmes and promotion · Project management principles and lifecycle · Compliance frameworks and programmes

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Field sales and territory management · Tender and bid management · Reporting to leadership · Team leadership in sales and marketing

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Protecting and Watering the Crop — applied to your own work
Livestock in the System — applied to your own work
Harvest and Post-Harvest — applied to your own work
Markets, Margins and Records — applied to your own work
Finance, Inputs and Organisation — applied to your own work
Soil, Nutrition and Establishment — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CAGRC certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CAGRC?

This certification is ideal for Agronomists and Farm Managers, Agricultural Extension and Advisory Officers, Agribusiness and Value-Chain Professionals and Cooperative and Rural Development Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CAGRC certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CAGRC internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CAGRC certification?

The Certified Agricultural Consultant is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 349 and Live Virtual at USD 549. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CAGRC certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CAGRC?

The Certified Agricultural Consultant is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CAGRC?

The Certified Agricultural Consultant carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CAGRC while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CAGRC?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CAGRC strengthens your expertise in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems and positions you for advancement across agribusinesses, cooperatives, NGOs, research institutions and government agencies.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Farm Operations Director

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Agribusiness Manager

NGO Sector

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I earned my CAGRC while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Agricultural Extension Lead

Government

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Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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