AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
A Message from the HOD
The industry is evolving day in and day out, and our goal is to keep up with the current trends and technologies in the agriculture field as we equip trainees with the relevant skills and knowledge in their field of specialization.
The agriculture sector represents a prime opportunity for youth employment in our country and foreign nations. With the current demand for export of labour, we ensure that our trainees gain competencies and hands on skills that measure up the current world standards, giving them an upper hand in the current labor markets.
Dr. Lilian Ndung'u
HOD Agriculture & Environmental Studies
The Nyeri National Polytechnic
Our Key Objectives
- To provide trainees with practical skills in agriculture training aligning with industry needs
- To ensure our curriculum remains up to date with skills required in the industry trends
- Inspire innovation for sustainable agriculture
Vision
To excel in training our trainees with hands on skills, knowledge and competencies in the agriculture industry that will promote their employability, encourage innovation and agripreneurship. To be a leading center of excellence in agricultural training, research and innovations, empowering trainees and the industry stakeholders to addressing global agricultural challenges while promoting sustainable agricultural practices resulting in food security.Mission
To impact our trainees with knowledge and skills through competency-based skilling in the agriculture to fit the current trends and technologies in the agriculture industry. The department is geared towards graduating trainees with hands on skills through exposure to practical training sessions in all areas of their required competencies. The department ensures that our training curricula remain relevant to the current job market needs by having intensive curriculum reviews which are done in collaboration with industry stake holders. This ensure our trainees are impacted with the required agriculture industry skills, competencies, knowledge and attitudes that will help our trainees transition easily into the job market world wide.Our Staff
The departments have experienced trainers in the agricultural field ready to skill and equip our trainees. We have veterinary surgeons and veterinary paraprofessionals who are registered by the Kenya veterinary board, agricultural bio-technologist, agronomists and environmental who are industry seasoned and Tveta accredited.Agriculture and Environmental Studies
1. Sheep Shearing Technology
2. Apiary Attendance
3. Aquaculture
4. Aquaculture
5. Aquaculture
6. Agriculture and Extension
7. Agriculture and Extension
8. General Agriculture
9. Agripreneurship Technology
10. Agripreneurship
11. Agripreneurship
12. Agripreneurship
13. Animal Production Technology
14. Animal Production Technology
15. Animal Production
16. Animal Health and Production
17. Animal Health and Production
18. Environmental Technology
19. Environmental Technology
20. Horticulture
21. Horticulture
22. Horticulture
23. Horticulture
24. Bee Hives and Bee Equipment Construction
25. Farm Machinery and Equipment Operation
26. Bee Products Processing
27. Dairy Farm Attendance
28. Dairy Farm Attendance
29. Livestock Feed Production
30. Pig Production
31. Pig Production
32. Poultry (Broiler) Production
33. Poultry (Broiler) Production
34. Poultry (Kienyeji) Production
35. Poultry (Kienyeji) Production
36. Poultry (Layer) Production
37. Poultry (Layer) Production
38. Passion Fruit Production and Processing
39. Poultry Hatchery Operations
How to Apply
Apply for your preferred course by following the official application guidelines:
Contact Us
📧 Email:
hod.agriculture@thenyeripoly.ac.ke
📍 Location: Block C
Labour Export
The department prides in skilling for labour export where our agriculture trainees have join the world labour market in United Kingdom(UK) under the United Kingdom seasonal workers schemes. Currently we have our first cohort for sheep sheering which is being skilled for Australian labour market where the demand for sheep sheerer is very high.Crop Section
At the core of the farm’s operations are its thriving horticultural vegetable gardens, where horticultural crops such as courgettes, tomatoes, Ethiopian and Curly kale, beet root and spinach flourish. These vegetables not only serve as a vital resource for the institution’s food supply but also promote sustainable farming techniques and organic practices. The farm has also dairy and bee forage crops and fruits.
Animals Section
The farm also boasts an impressive livestock section, home to dairy cows, where cow comfort, precision feeding with proper breeding have made the Farm to truly stand out as a remarkable learning and operational hub. Sheep and goats enrich the farm’s diversity, offering meat, milk, wool, and other by-products. Their care equips students with essential skills in small ruminant farming, blending sustainability with practical education. The piggery showcases modern efficiency, with well-bred, thriving pigs that generate income and provide students with hands-on training in pig farming techniques.Apiary Section
In addition to its livestock, the farm is home to a buzzing apiary, where bees are nurtured for honey production. This component of the farm provides valuable lessons in beekeeping and pollination, contributing to environmental sustainability. The Apiary Unit serves as both a practical learning platform and a shining example of sustainable agriculture. Students gain hands-on experience in modern beekeeping techniques, from hive management to honey extraction, preparing them to thrive in the ever-growing apiculture industry. The unit also produces high-quality honey, a testament to the effectiveness of its practices. Aspiring beekeepers, environmentalists, and curious minds alike will find inspiration in this buzzing corner of the institution.
How to Apply for a course:
Apply for a course here: https://thenyeripoly.ac.ke/application-guidelines
Contact Us:
Email: hod.agriculture@thenyeripoly.ac.ke
We are Located in Block C.