Farmers Trained
Counties Covered
First-Audit Pass Rate
Field-Based Delivery
Kenya-Based
Why Training Is the Foundation
Certification Is Won or Lost in the Field — Not in the Office
The most common reason farms fail certification audits is not poor farming — it is untrained farmers doing the right things wrong, or not knowing what records to keep, or not understanding what an auditor will ask them during a worker interview.
An auditor who arrives at a well-trained farm sees confidence, organised records, proper PPE storage, correct pesticide handling, and a team that can answer questions clearly. These are not accidents — they are the result of deliberate, practical training delivered in the farmer’s language, in the field, with real examples from their own farm.
Our training is not a classroom lecture. It is hands-on, practical, and delivered where farming actually happens. Auditors who have visited farms we trained have directly commented on the visible difference our training makes.
“The on-farm training Agrosocial delivered transformed how our members keep records and handle pesticides. Auditors who came after the training noticed the difference immediately.”
Beatrice N.
French Beans Farm Manager
Training Modules
Six Core Training Areas — All Field-Delivered
Every training module is delivered on-farm in practical, hands-on sessions. Training content is adapted to your specific certification standard, crop type, and farmer literacy level.
Who We Train
Five Groups We Train Across Kenya
Smallholder Farmers
Individual 1–5 acre farmers preparing for their first certification audit
Cooperative Groups
Groups of 20–200 farmers pursuing GLOBALG.A.P. Option 2 or RA group certification
Agribusiness Staff
Commercial farms, exporters, and processors training their field and compliance teams
Internal Inspectors
Cooperative QMS staff trained to conduct internal audits under Option 2 group certification
Programme Beneficiaries
Donor-funded programme participants trained as part of NGO or county government agricultural initiatives
How It Works
From Training Brief to Field-Ready Farmers — Step by Step
Training Needs Assessment
We discuss your group size, certification target, crop type, current compliance status, farmer literacy levels, and training timeline. We design a programme that matches exactly what your farmers need — not a generic curriculum.
Custom Training Programme Design
We develop a tailored training plan covering the specific modules your farmers need, in the right language and format for your group — including practical demonstrations, role plays, and farmer-friendly record templates.
On-Farm Training Delivery
We come to your farm or cooperative centre and deliver training in the field — using real examples from your own farm, practical demonstrations with your equipment, and group exercises that build confidence and retention. Training is delivered in English, Swahili, or local language as appropriate.
Training Assessment & Certification of Attendance
We conduct a practical assessment at the end of training — confirming that farmers have understood and can apply what they have been taught. Participants receive signed training attendance records, which are required documentation for GLOBALG.A.P. and Rainforest Alliance audits.
Post-Training Support
We remain available via WhatsApp for follow-up questions as your farmers implement what they have learned. For groups progressing toward an audit, we provide additional guidance as the audit date approaches.
Crops & Standards
We Train for These Crops & Certification Standards
Our training experience spans Kenya’s major export crops and all internationally recognised certification standards.
🫘 French Beans
🥭 Mango
🌹 Roses
🍵 Tea
☕ Coffee
🌿 Herbs & Vegetables
🥜 Macadamia
Rainforest Alliance 2020
FairTrade Standards
Kenya GAP
RA Chain of Custody
RA Supply Chain Req.
Proven Impact
Training That Produces Results Auditors Notice
Common Questions
Farmer & Cooperative Training — FAQs
Is the training on-farm or in a classroom?
On-farm and field-based. We come to your farm or cooperative centre and train using real examples from your own land and your own equipment — not a generic classroom lecture. Sessions are delivered in English, Swahili, or the local language, whichever suits your group.
How much does training cost?
It depends on your group size, crop, target certification, and location. We design the programme around your group and give a clear fixed cost estimate after a free discussion. If you want a self-study option, our GAP Training Manual is KES 800.
Do farmers receive attendance records for their audit?
Yes. Every participant receives signed training attendance records. These are required documentation for GLOBALG.A.P. and Rainforest Alliance audits, so the training itself helps close a compliance requirement.
Can you train our cooperative’s internal inspectors for Option 2 group certification?
Yes — internal inspector training is one of our core modules. We train your QMS staff to run their own internal inspections, identify and report non-conformances, document corrective actions, and write the internal audit reports Option 2 group certification requires.
Which crops and certification standards do you train for?
Avocado, French beans, mango, roses, tea, coffee, macadamia, and herbs and vegetables — across GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6, Rainforest Alliance 2020, FairTrade, Kenya GAP, and RA Chain of Custody and Supply Chain requirements.
Can I pay via M-Pesa?
Yes. Training fees and the digital GAP Training Manual can both be paid via M-Pesa. Send a WhatsApp message and we will share payment instructions immediately.
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Ready to Train Your Farmers for Certification?
Tell us your group size, crop, target certification, and location. We will design a training programme and give you a clear cost estimate — at no charge.