Agricultural Production Technology – International School of Engineering, Science and Technology

Program Overview

Maximizing food production while maintaining environmental balance requires a deep understanding of modern agronomic science and field execution. The Agricultural Production Technology program at ISEST is a practical, hands-on program that trains students in advanced crop cultivation, soil science, plant protection, and greenhouse management.

The curriculum covers high-yield plant genetics, organic farming, integrated pest management, and the use of modern precision farming equipment. Available at the HND level with progression to a B.Tech, this program spends extensive time in fields, experimental plots, and research greenhouses. Graduates enter the market with the operational skills needed to run commercial nurseries, maximize open-field crop outputs, and lead sustainable production lines in a changing climate.

Main Objectives

To teach the scientific principles of crop physiology, soil taxonomy, and plant nutrition.
To master advanced plant multiplication techniques, tissue culture, and nursery management.
To build expert proficiency in diagnosing and managing crop diseases, weeds, and insect pests.
To train students in operating modern agricultural irrigation systems and precision greenhouse technologies.
To develop commercial-scale crop production strategies that optimize land, water, and fertilizer inputs.

Program Duration

2 Years

HND in Agricultural Production Technology

1 Year

BTech in Agricultural Production Technology

Internship

Included at both levels

Study Options

Day and Evening Sessions

Skills Acquired

Graduates of the program will be proficient in:

Agronomic Crop Husbandry: Managing growth cycles from seed nursery planting to industrial harvest for root crops, cereals, vegetables, and cash crops.
Greenhouse & Hydroponics Management: Controlling temperature, humidity, shading, and nutrient-enriched water solutions in automated environments.
Soil Fertility Auditing: Conducting soil sampling, interpreting laboratory chemical profiles, and designing accurate fertilizer schedules.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Combining biological, mechanical, and safe chemical treatments to eliminate pests without damaging ecosystems.
Precision Farm Operations: Operating precision seeders, fertilizer spreaders, and calibrated spraying machinery.
Harvest & Quality Sorting: Executing correct post-harvest trimming, sorting, curing, and temporary storage methods to protect produce shelf life.

Target Audience

Baccalauréat/A-Level graduates with a passion for plant biology, biotechnology, and active outdoor production engineering.
Traditional crop farmers looking to adopt modern high-density farming methods and precision equipment.
Nursery operators, landscape designers, and greenhouse technicians wanting to earn accredited engineering credentials.
Aspiring agropreneurs who want to launch high-yield commercial fruit, vegetable, or cash crop plantations.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Agronomist / Farm Production Manager
Greenhouse Operations Specialist
Commercial Nursery Manager
Crop Protection Officer / Phytosanitary Inspector
Technical Field Representative for Seed & Fertilizer Firms
Soil Testing Lab Technician
Independent Commercial Crop Entrepreneur

Opportunities for Further Studies

Master’s degrees in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Biotechnology, or Protected Agriculture Engineering.
Professional Certifications in:
- Certified Crop Adviser (CCA)
- GlobalGAP (Good Agricultural Practices) Auditor Certification
- Organic Farming & Permaculture Design Certifications
- Hydroponics and Soilless Culture Specialist Certifications

Cultivate. Protect. Harvest.
Master the science of the soil. Apply cutting-edge agronomic technology to maximize yields and drive regional food security with the Agricultural Production Technology program.

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