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MASHAV Courses in Israel 2003: Agriculture and Related Sciences
1. Food Management
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences, Division for External Studies, Rehovot
6.1.2003 - 30.1.2003
Program of Studies:
- Issues in Food Management
- Food Technology
- Food Microbiology and Food Safety Management
- Quality Management
- Financing and Marketing in Food Industry
- Food Packaging and Environmental Aspects
The aim of the course is to train participants in the subject of food management with special emphasis being placed on its implementation in the food industry. A multidisciplinary approach will integrate recent advances both in technology and management. The focus of the course will be on practical as well as theoretical aspects.
The course is intended for professionals directly involved in the food industry/business and qualified individuals/personnel from public institutions. Although theoretical aspects will be presented and discussed, concentration will be primarily on practical aspects.
Requirements for Admission:
- An academic degree (B.Sc.or M.Sc.) in Food Science, Food Technology, Biology, Biochemistry or in a related field from a recognized university.
- An authorized certificate of English proficiency at a level of at least195 on the TOEFL computer scale or an internationally-recognized equivalent.
- A detailed record of studies and copies of degrees must be included with application forms.
- An official certificate of good health.
- Professional experience in the field. Preference will be given to governmental officers involved in food industry/business, decision-makers in food businesses, plant managers, quality assurance managers, food and beverage managers and food technicians.
- Letters of recommendation from the candidate's place of work or study.
2. Intensive and Sustainable Vegetable Production Systems
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO)
Kibbutz Shefayim
20.1.2003 - 13.2.2003
Program of Studies:
Production in micro and macro tunnels. Production in greenhouses. Open field production. Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Fertigation. Post-harvest handling, packaging and marketing. Economic aspects of production. Sustainable farming methods. Vegetable organic farming systems. Research and development.
Requirements for Admission:
The course is designed for professionals with academic credentials specialized in vegetable production from public and private sectors in the areas of extension, production and research with at least 3 years of experience and full command of the English language.
3. Data Base Management in Meteorology and Hydrology
The Meteorological Service,
Bet Dagan
27.1.2003 - 20.2.2003
Program of Studies:
To provide the participants with basic and updated knowledge on the principles of Agrometeorological models. To enhance the capabilities of participants in the application, modification and management of hydrometeorological models.
To provide a venue for discussions in simulation and modeling and the exchange of experiences among participants and resource persons: Establishment of an Agrometeorological data base; Meteorological and biological observations; Verification and quality control; Collection, archiving and extraction methods; Data base management concepts; Introduction to data base management system (DBMS); Graphics; Statistics; Parametric and non-parametric tests; Testing of hypothesis and confidence intervals; Curve fitting and regression analysis; Correlation meteorological and biological data; Case studies and practical exercises; Field trips.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must have a B.Sc. degree in physical or mathematical sciences, or in agriculture or biological sciences. In addition participants should have at least 3 years of practical experiences and a full command of written and spoken English.
Participants are expected to prepare an abstract and present a lecture of 30-40 minutes on a subject that is relevant to the course.
4. R&D Post-harvest Biology and Technology
Agricultural Research Organization (ARO), Institute of Technology and Storage of Agricultural Products, The Volcani Center, Bet Dagan, in cooperation with the Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO)
10.2.2003 - 6.3.2003
Program of Studies:
Post-harvest and storage technologies of fresh fruits, vegetables, cut flowers and floral bulbs. Principles of post-harvest biology and technology; post-harvest systems for stone fruits, citrus, tropical and sub-tropical fruits. Post-harvest diseases; chemical, physical and biological control. Environmentally safe alternatives for the control of storage and packaging of fresh products.
Requirements for Admission:
The course is designed for the academic staff of universities and agricultural research institutions as well as senior extension staff. Applicants from other institutions with at least a first academic degree and 3 years of experience in agriculture and post-harvest technology are welcome to apply. Full command of the English language is essential.
5. Exploration, Exploitation and Management of Groundwater Resources
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences, Division for External Studies, Rehovot
25.2.2003 - 3.6.2003
Program of Studies:
- Geology (for non-geologists) and Hydrogeology
- Surface and Groundwater Hydrology
- Introduction to Soil Science and Soil Conservation
- Soil Physics and Hydraulics
- Hydrochemistry & Soil and Water Salinity
- Transport in Porous Media
- Hydro-Meteorology and Irrigation
- Geo-electrical & Seismic Prospecting Methods
- Management of Water Resources
The course covers the techniques and methods relevant to the development and management of groundwater resources, including geological considerations for well-siting, geophysical methods, drilling techniques, techniques of pumping tests, methods of drawing up water balances, interpretation of chemical data and environment isotopes, as well as irrigation and various aspects of soil science. Special attention is devoted to groundwater investigations which form the basis for practical work in developing countries.
Requirements for Admission:
- At least a M.Sc. degree in Earth Sciences, Agriculture, Chemistry or Engineering from a recognized university. (B.Sc. holders with suitable professional experience will also be considered.)
- An authorized certificate of English proficiency at a level of at least 195 on the TOEFL computer scale or an internationally-recognized equivalent.
- A detailed record of studies and copies of degrees must be included with application forms.
- A mathematical level that includes: Limits, derivatives and integration of algebraic functions, transcendental functions, plane analytic geometry, linear algebra - vector in n-space, vector functions and their derivatives, partial differentiation, multiple integrals, and solution of ordinary linear differential equations.
- An official certificate of good health.
- Professional experience in the field. Preference will be given to those with some practical experience in addition to their academic qualifications.
- Letters of recommendation from the candidate's place of work or study.
- Basic computer knowledge.
6. Crop-Weather Modeling
The Meteorological Service, Bet Dagan
10.3.2003 - 3.4.2003
Program of Studies:
To provide the participants with basic and updated knowledge on the principles of Agrometeorological models. To enhance the capabilities of participants in the application, modification and management of hydrometeorological models.
To provide a venue for discussions in simulation and modeling and the exchange of experiences among participants and resource persons: Climate requirements of crops;
An introduction to crop weather models; Simulation of potential and climate limited crop production; Simulation of pest disease and weed limited crop production; Weather and biological data sets; Historic weather data; Solar radiation; minimum and maximum temperature; Precipitation; Humidity; Wind speed; Carbon dioxide; Historical crop data; Phedata (germination, flowering, ripening); Crop yield data (kg/ha/year); Empirical statistical models; Case studies and practical exercises; Field trips.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must have a M.Sc. degree in physical or mathematical sciences, or in agriculture or biological sciences. In addition participants should have at least 5 years of practical experiences and a full command of written and spoken English.
Participants are expected to prepare an abstract and present a lecture of 30-40 minutes on a subject that is relevant to the course.
7. Veterinary Public Health
inistry of Agriculture and Rural Development
Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO), in cooperation with the Veterinary and Animal Health Services, Kibbutz Shefayim
19.3.2003 - 9.4.2003
Program of Studies:
Agriculture and animal husbandry in Israel. Basic microbiology; epidemiology of zoonotic and food-borne diseases. Food animals: beef, dairy cows, sheep and goats, chicken broilers and layers, turkeys, ostriches, fish & bees. Harvesting of food from farm animals, including technology, safety, quality assurance & international trade (ISO, GMP, HACCP): milk, poultry meat, eggs, fish, red meat, honey.
Requirements for Admission:
Animal science professionals: research workers, veterinarians from government and university agencies as well as practitioners in the field of VPH and harvesting of safe food from animals, bearers of an academic degree. Participants should possess a 2 to 3 year experience in the field and a full command of written and spoken English.
See course brochure.
8. Conservation of Biodiversity in Desert Ecosystems
Center for Agrobiology, Jacob Blaustein Institute for Desert research. Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Sde Boker Campus
4.5.2003-30.5.2003
Program of Studies:
Theoretical concepts of biodiversity: Species richness and diversity. Species evenness and dominance. Biogeography and endemism. Species: area relationships. Metapopulation concepts. Equilibrium and non-equilibrium concepts of biodiversity. Species concepts. Niche packing and species redundancies.
Desert biodiversity: Threats in desert ecosystems. Desert taxa, habitat preferences, niche positions and trophic webs. Sampling method. Identification of habitats and geomorphological features. Monitoring protocols for desert organisms. Experimental designs to test effects of human disturbances on desert biodiversity. Statistical hypothesis testing.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must have a university degree (B.Sc., M.Sc. or Ph.D) in biological agricultural or related sciences. It is essential that the participants are able to speak, read and write English fluently.
9. Agriculture Meteorology
The Meteorological Service, Bet Dagan
12.5.2003 - 5.6.2003
Program of Studies:
To provide the participants with basic and updated knowledge on the principles of Agrometeorological models. To enhance the capabilities of participants in the application, modification and management of hydrometeorological models. To provide a venue for discussions in simulation and modeling and the exchange of experiences among participants and resource persons: Establishment of an Agrometeorological data base; Meteorological and biological observations; Verification and quality control; Collection, archiving and extraction methods; Data base management concepts; Introduction to data base management system (DBMS); Graphics; Statistics; Parametric and non-parametric tests; Testing of hypothesis and confidence intervals; Curve fitting and regression analysis; Correlation meteorological and biological data; Case studies and practical exercises; Field trips.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must have a B.Sc. degree in physical or mathematical sciences, or in agriculture or biological sciences. In addition participants should have at least 3 years of practical experiences and a full command of written and spoken English.
Participants are expected to prepare an abstract and present a lecture of 30-40 minutes on a subject that is relevant to the course.
10. Pressurized Irrigation Systems
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO), Kibbutz Shefayim
14.5.2003 - 2.7.2003
Program of Studies:
Hydraulics of pressurized irrigation systems. Irrigation methods: sprinkler, drip and microjets. Soil - plant - water relationships. Crop water requirements. Drainage requirements. Pumping systems. Fertilization and fertigation. Scheduling of irrigation. Filtration. Irrigation system design. Economic aspects.
Requirements for Admission:
The course is designed for agricultural extension staff and specialists from the government, private and NGO sectors involved in the field of irrigation. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in pressurized systems, as well as an academic degree and full command of the English language.
11. R&D of New Concepts in Integrated Biological Pest Management
Agricultural Research Organization (ARO), Institute of Plant Protection, The Volcani Center, Bet Dagan, in cooperation with the Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO)
19.5.2003 - 12.6.2003
Program of Studies:
This course includes the following aspects of plant protection: biological, physical and balanced chemical control; plant resistance and sanitation; early detection of pathogens and pests; forecasting seasonal development of pests using modern, environment-friendly approaches.
Requirements for Admission:
The course is designed for the academic staff of universities and agricultural research institutions as well as senior extension staff working in the area of plant protection. Applicants from other institutions with at least a first academic degree and 3 years of experience in plant protection, are welcome to apply. Full command of the English language is essential.
12. Dairy Cattle Production
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO), Kibbutz Shefayim
5.8.2003 - 18.9.2003
Program of Studies:
Dairy cattle husbandry. Herd management. Dairy production in hot climate. Nutrition, silage and feed storage. Genetic and selection principles. Reproduction and artificial insemination. Health and sanitary aspects. Economics of production. Mechanical milking. Use of computers in dairy production. Processing of milk and dairy products. Dairy farm structures.
Requirements for Admission:
The course is designed for senior governmental officials, regional extension staff and specialists from the private and NGO sectors in charge of dairy cattle production, cattle breeding and improvements and veterinarians specializing in dairy cattle. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in the field as well as an academic degree and a full command of the English language.
13. Formulating Policy in National and Regional Agricultural Research - International Workshop
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development: The Department for International Cooperation, Agricultural Research Organization (ARO), The Volcani Center, Bet Dagan, together with the Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO)
2.9.2003 - 9.9.2003
Program of Studies:
- Global considerations (soil and water, environment, animal welfare, genetically modified organisms [GMOs], intellectual properties, knowledge transfer).
- Economic considerations (logistic limitations, international trade).
- Social considerations (demography, religion and tradition).
- Leading national research organizations (e.g., USDA, INRA, DDLO and/or others), their specific structure and policy.
- Local factors determining Israel's agricultural research policy, and that of the participating countries (presentation by participants).
- Policy decision-making in Israel (participating: Chief Scientist of the Ministry of Agriculture, Head of the ARO, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture of the Hebrew University and others).
- Roundtable discussion (participants and invited speakers) on: Sharing knowledge and experience during consolidation of national policy as a basis for regionpolicy.
Requirements for Admission:
Current and future leadership personnel of national Agricultural Research institutions in developing countries.
14. Trees for Arid Lands - International Program for Arid Land Crops (IPALAC)
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beersheba
2.11.2003 - 15.11.2003
Program of Studies:
The program of "Trees for Arid Lands" flows from the conviction that trees need to be the basis for generating valuable biomass in regions where cultivation of annual crops is not reliable because rainfall is frequently insufficient and/or poorly distributed within a season.
Hence the program has 2 main components:
- Presentations by the participants about how the projects use trees for sustainable development and/or environmental protection/improvement in their intervention areas.
- Presentations (and field trips) focusing on the role of trees in the Israeli agricultural economy and in afforestation.
Requirements for Admission
The course is directed towards leaders of NGOs, church-based and other community organizations working in semi-arid regions (maximum annual average of 800 mm of rainfall). Candidates should have extensive experience in agroforestry. Applications from scientists, researchers and governmental ministry personnel who are actively involved in tree-based projects will also be considered.
15. Agribusiness for Rural and Peri-Urban Development
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO), Kibbutz Shefayim
10.11.2003 - 4.12.2003
Program of Studies:
The business environment; distribution, promotion and competition. Management styles. Implementation of agricultural projects. Strategic aspects in project planning. Leadership. Peri-Urban agriculture. Economics of production. Capital budgeting. The art of selling and negotiation. New trends in modern agriculture. Supporting systems in agriculture. Marketing concepts and applications.
Requirements for Admission:
The course is designed for agricultural project personnel, specialists from the government, private and NGO sectors involved in the field of agricultural entrepreneurship. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in the field, as well as an academic degree and full command of the English language.
16. Hydrometeorology
The Meteorological Service, Bet Dagan
10.11.2003 - 4.12.2003
Program of Studies:
To provide the participants with basic and updated knowledge on the principles of hydrometeorological models. To enhance the capabilities of participants in the application, modification and management of hydrometeorological models. To provide a venue for discussions in simulation and modeling and the exchange of experiences among participants and resource persons: Introduction; The measurement and processing of hydrometeorological elements; The analysis and interpretation of hydrometeorological elements; The presentation of water balances; Hydrometeorological modeling; Water resources assessments and management;
Case studies and practical exercises and field trips; The Israel National Water Carrier; The national main water reservoir (Sea of Galilee); Recycling of used water resources in the coastal aquifer; Irrigation techniques using brackish water.
Computational facilities are available at the International Center for Postgraduate Training. Guidance and assistance will be provided with exercises in modeling hydrometeorological processes.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must have a B.Sc. degree in physical or mathematical sciences, or in hydrology or biological sciences. In addition participants should have at least 3 years of practical experiences and a full command of written and spoken English.
Participants are expected to prepare an abstract and present a lecture of 30-40 minutes on a subject that is relevant to the course.
17. R&D in Irrigation and Fertigation in Controlled Environment
Agricultural Research Organization (ARO), Institute of Soil, Water and Environmental Sciences, The Volcani Center, Bet Dagan, in cooperation with the Center for International Agricultural Development Cooperation (CINADCO)
10.11.2003 - 4.12.2003
Program of Studies:
The course covers irrigation, physics and chemistry of soils and salinity control, and artificial substrates as related to protected cropping. The following subjects are included: irrigation methods and scheduling in greenhouses; plant water and nutrient needs, their estimation and supply by fertigation; climate control in greenhouses.
Requirements for Admission:
The course is designed for the academic staff of universities and agricultural research institutions as well as senior extension staff. Applicants from other institutions with at least a first academic degree and 3 years of experience in agriculture are welcome to apply.
18. Meat Production by Ruminant Animals
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences, Division for External Studies, Rehovot
15.12.2003 - 8.1.2004
Program of Studies:
Nutrition
Feed evaluation, requirements and technology
Exercises in ration
Digestive tract physiology
Disease of Ruminants
Bacterial, viral and protozoal diseases
Epidemiology and pathology
Treatment and prevention
Management
Physiology
Beef and dairy production
Sheep and goat production
Production under hot temperatures
Rangeland management and grazing
Reproduction
Artificial insemination
Fertilization
Hypothalus - pituitary - gonadal axis
Fertility studies
The aim of the course is to train participants in the subject of ruminant physiology, production, and management with special emphasis on innovations in ruminant science. The focus of the course will be on training professionals directly involved in ruminant science.
Requirements for Admission:
Candidates interested in attending this program require:
- M.Sc. degree or above in biology or agriculture from a recognized university.
- An authorized certificate of English proficiency at a level of at least 525 on the TOEFL scale or an internationally-recognized equivalent.
(The language of instruction is English. Therefore, participants whose native tongue is not English must furnish proof of proficiency in this language.)
- An official certificate of good health.
- Professional experience in the field.
- A letter of recommendation is required from the candidate's place of work or university.
19. Desert Agrobiology
Center for Agrobiology, Jacob Blaustein Institute for Desert Research, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Sde Boker Campus
9.12.2003 - 20.1.2004
Program of Studies:
Water resources in the desert. Primary productivity in desert ecosystems. Secondary productivity in desert ecosystems. Plant proteins in food biotechnology. Soil-plant-atmosphere interaction. Applied plant tissue culture. Plant molecular biology. Irrigation and fertilization management. Use of marginal soils and water resources in desert areas.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must have a university degree (B.Sc., M.Sc. or Ph.D) in biological agricultural or related sciences. They must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
20. Aquaculture: Production and Management
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences, Division for External Studies
15.12.2003 - 8.1.2004
Program of Studies:
- General aspects of aquaculture
- Fish physiology and immunology
- Reproduction and larviculture
- Fish genetics
- Fish diseases
- Fish nutrition and feed technology
- Water quality and aquacultural engineering
- Rearing of other aquatic animals than fish (algae, crustaceans, bivalves, etc.)
- Fish behavior
- Tilapia culture
- Ornamental fish culture
Israeli aquaculture has seen rapid changes since its establishment some 50 years ago. Whereas extensive carp culture was the main aquaculture activity in the early days, Israeli aquaculture presently comprises a variety of fresh and marine aquatic species, each characterized by specific husbandry methods.
The course is intended to present the students with the various aspects and developments of aquaculture with emphasis on the Israeli experience. Theoretical aspects of aquaculture (e.g. physiology, genetics, endocrinology, microbiology) as well as more applied aspects (e.g. culture methods, breeding programs, species selection) are presented through frontal lectures and case studies as well as excursions.
Requirements for Admission:
- Candidates interested in attending this program require:
- M.Sc. degree or above in Biology or agriculture from a recognized university.
- An authorized certificate of English proficiency at a level of at least 525 on the TOEFL scale or an internationally-recognized equivalent.
(The language of instruction is English, therefore, participants whose native tongue isn't English, must furnish proof of proficiency in this language.)
- An official certificate of ghealth.
- Professional experience in the field.
- A letter of recommendation from the candidate's place of work or university.
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