Agri-Food
With rising demand for food security and sustainable agriculture, our Agri-Food courses equip you with the skills to thrive in this fast-growing industry.
Last updated 9 March 2026
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Why Agri-Food?
With rising demand for food security and sustainable agriculture, our Agri-Food courses equip you with the skills to thrive in this fast-growing industry. As global demand for food security and sustainable agriculture grows, so does the need for skilled talent in the agri-food sector. Whether you’re looking to upskill, pivot careers, or start your own venture, our Agri-Food courses empower you to be part of this fast-evolving industry shaping tomorrow’s food systems.
Leading Polytechnic in Singapore for Agri-Food Innovations
RP is a leading polytechnic in urban agriculture, home to the Urban Agriculture Centre of Innovation focused on R&D and industry partnerships across the value chain.
Strong Industry Partnerships
RP’s focus on industry-aligned curriculum and its strong partnerships with agri-food companies position us as a leader in nurturing future professionals.
State-of-the-Art Learning Facilities
State-of-the-art facilities, including Agriculture Technology Laboratory and The Green House.
Upskill Quickly with In-Demand Agri-Food Skills
Explore emerging topics such as urban farming, hydroponics, and food sustainability. These bite-sized courses are ideal for professionals looking to deepen their knowledge or break into the agri-food industry.
Agriculture 101 (Duration: 2 days)
Start your journey in Agriculture with our beginner-friendly course! Learn the basics of hydroponics and controlled environments in Agriculture 101.
Agriculture Technology (Duration: 100 hours)
Looking to level up your knowledge of plant-based materials for food and the latest agricultural technology? Our e-learning course is here to help! Master the essentials at your own pace, on your own schedule, and from anywhere in the world.
Agri-Food Tech for Start-Ups (Duration: 60 hours)
From Farm to Table: Exploring Agri-Food Tech. This course offers a glimpse into cutting-edge agriculture technologies for urban farming, supply chain management, and more with insights from industry partners.
Commercial Mushroom Cultivation (Duration: 2 days)
The Commercial Mushroom Cultivation training aims to equip the learners with fundamentals in mushroom cultivation using various aseptic cell culture and controlled environment agriculture.
Crickets - The Untapped Potential for Human Food (Duration: 1 day)
This course is to introduce crickets as a superfood and great source of clean protein for humans whilst showing its circularity.
Cultivation of High Value Crop (Duration: 2 days)
This course is an introduction to the cultivation of high value crops such as strawberry, dendrobium, saffron, vanilla, tomato, pepper, melon.
Insect Farming and Black Soldier Fly Composting (Duration: 2 days)
This two-day course is an introduction to insect farming. Through a hands-on learning approach, this course aims to equip participants with knowledge about sustainability through the Black Soldier Fly (BSF) and skills to create and maintain a BSF compost bin.
JPFA-RP Masterclass for Plant Factories with Artificial Lighting (Duration: 2 days)
This course delves into the exciting world of plant factories. You will be equipped with the capabilities to design and develop an indoor vertical farm/plant factories with artificial intelligence
Nutrient Analysis for Urban Farming Produce (Duration: 2 days)
This course enables you to perform nutrient extraction, standards preparation, and sample analysis using instruments such as gas and liquid chromatography.
Specifications for Good Agriculture Practice in Singapore (Duration: 3 days)
This course will enable you to thoroughly understand and implement the national standard, equipping you with the skills to effectively operate a farm and cultivate safe, high-quality produce.
Sustainable Aquaponics Farming (Duration: 2 days)
This course provides an overview of agriculture, aquaculture, and aquaponics practices. You will also get to visit a greenhouse, fish research centre, and an aquaponics farm.
Build Agri-Food Expertise, One Module at a Time
Gain targeted knowledge in areas like farm automation, crop production, and food safety. Stack your learning toward recognised certifications that open doors to agri-food careers.
List of courses
Course Name | Course Description | Course Duration |
|---|---|---|
Agribusiness and Financial Management | Learn the ins and outs of agri-business management and marketing with this module. Discover fundamental principles and processes from an agri-business perspective. Get ready to grow your skills and knowledge in this exciting field! | 45 hours |
Agribusiness in Supply Chain and Logistics | Through this course, you will gain a better understanding of the flow of food and nutrition, spanning from primary production to distribution. | 30 hours |
Agribusiness Regulatory and Funding | This course will introduce you to crucial enablers of successful businesses which include government policies, legislations, and financing. Acts and regulations of respective agencies governing the setup, operation, and management of agribusiness in Singapore will also be covered. | 30 hours |
Agricultural Analytics & Productivity | Data-driven farming: Maximise productivity and make informed decisions with data. Take up this module and unlock the power of data in the agriculture industry. | 45 hours |
Agricultural Biology | Explore the amazing world of plants and discover their importance in agriculture! This module covers plant morphology, function, growth, and development. Gain valuable knowledge to support crop management. | 45 hours |
Agricultural Supply Chain and Management | Master the art of supply chain for perishables and time-sensitive products. Learn to navigate the supply chain within the agriculture industry through this module. | 45 hours |
Agriculture Nutrient Management | Do you know the types of nutrients that plants require? Learn about essential nutrients, plant and human nutrition, and how to achieve balanced nutrition for proper growth and valuable farm produce in this module. | 30 hours |
Agro-Ecosystems and Farming | Discover the science of sustainable farming. Learn to cultivate thriving ecosystems for fresh produce, while managing externalities like pesticides and fertilizers in this module. | 30 hours |
Automation and Mechanisation in Agriculture | Through this course, you will learn the basics of monitoring systems, incorporating digital data, feedback loop, positive and negative actuation, and integrating these components to achieve different levels of automation. | 45 hours |
Breeding Techniques and Seed Stock Management | Uncover the principles of Biomedical Sensors and Measurement. Gain the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to measure and analyse biological signals for medical applications. | 30 hours |
Design, Operation and Management of Urban Farms | Urban farming is constrained by land space, light and water resources. This module will teach students design principles that optimise use of resources, including the use of vertical spaces, industrial buildings, private domestic spaces, shipping containers and urban voids. | 45 hours |
Farm Waste Management | With the overview in the operations of handling, collection, storage, and management of farm waste. Students will gain knowledge on how agriculture waste can be managed through composting. | 30 hours |
Green Tech Farming | This module will discuss the importance of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the use of material and energy flow management. Besides understanding the challenges and limitations of green technologies, students will learn to contextualise and review the energy-effectiveness of some existing methods including hydroponics, soilless farming and integrated polyculture/aquaponics. | 45 hours |
Growth and Development of Agricultural Produce | This course unravels the secrets of plant organisation and delve into nutrient and energy production mechanisms. You will get to explore the integration of metabolic systems, with a focus on the physiological functions of vegetables. | 30 hours |
Innovation, Ethics and Patent Law | This course introduces participants to the basics of intellectual property (IP) in the agriculture sector. | 30 hours |
Integrated Pest Management | In this module, students will learn about the morphology and biology of five main pests and vectors found in Singapore namely mosquitoes, flies, rodents, cockroaches, and rat fleas. They will then examine existing regulations and approaches of controlling and managing these pests and vectors. | 30 hours |
Managing the Natural Resource Base for Farming | This course provides you with essential knowledge on the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil as well as water for farming. You will explore topics like water's impact on agriculture, soil texture, fertility, and effective management techniques. | 30 hours |
Plant Production Principles and Technologies | This course will build your understanding of plant factories and vertical farming. You will also gain insights into the latest concepts and techniques applied in modern agriculture. | 45 hours |
Post-harvest Technologies | This course will introduce you to the fundamental knowledge and skills in managing agricultural post-harvest. | 45 hours |
Project Management in the Food Industry | In this module, students will learn the importance of project managements and how it is carried out at various unit level within an organization impacting the success of a business. | 30 hours |
Smart Farming Technologies | This course helps you to discover the latest agricultural innovations, from mechanisation to automation and the Internet of Things. | 45 hours |
Standards for Agriculture | This course will help you understand the significance of standards as well as the process of certification and accreditation in agriculture. | 30 hours |
Sustainable AgriFood production | This module presents the basic nutritional needs for a healthy society, and analyses the flow of food and nutrition from primary production to consumers, and finally managing food waste. | 45 hours |
The Applications of Computer-Aided Design in Urban Farming | Computer-Aided Design is a popular tool in the engineering design, analysis and manufacturing process. In this module, students will learn and apply the fundamentals of 3D CAD modelling techniques, simulating assembly and 2D engineering drawing for systems that can be used in an urban farm. | 45 hours |
Traceability of Farm Produce | This course introduces you to new technologies that facilitate traceability of fresh produce for vegetable farms. | 30 hours |
Go All In for Career Transition or Advancement
Pursue a comprehensive diploma in supply chain management designed for professionals seeking a solid foundation or a career switch, with industry-relevant content and flexible learning modes.
Diploma in Applied Science (Urban Agricultural Technology) (Duration: 2.5 years)
Explore the world of urban farming and gain a competitive edge in the agricultural industry while discovering the latest techniques for crop cultivation.
Specialist Diploma in Agritechnology and Agribusiness (Duration: 1 year)
This course delves into the dynamic realm of urban farming, providing you with the skills and knowledge essential for success in cultivating crops and effectively managing a modern urban farm operation.
Work-Study Certificate leading to Diploma in Applied Science (Urban Agricultural Technology) (Duration: 1.5 years)
Are you a fresh ITE graduate and seeking new opportunities? Look no further as this course will build your capabilities in agricultural technologies for food production, agribusiness, sustainable farming, and more.
Work-Study Post-Diploma (Specialist Diploma in Agritechnology and Agribusiness) (Duration: 1 year)
Are you a fresh polytechnic graduate? Grow your career with hi-tech farming! Join our course and gain the skills to manage cutting-edge urban farms, opening doors to exciting opportunities in the agriculture industry.
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