Action B2: Course for trainers

The first course for trainers was held in November 2012 for the four (4) trainers that were engaged in 2012. A more intensive course was delivered to all thirteen (13) trainers between 5^th and 14^th February 2013. This course was aimed at transferring the necessary theoretical knowledge and skills in order to deliver the campaign’s key messages to the target audience. The course was held in collaboration with the Directorate of Agriculture, the Veterinary Department and the Control Unit at the Paying Agency over a period of one week at the project premises. Moreover, trainers were given practical soil sampling training in the field as well as soil analysis demonstration in the lab prior to their proper engagement on the field. At the end of the training sessions, a short exam was held to assess the trainer’s knowledge on the nitrates directive, soil analysis, animal welfare issues, cross compliance as well as health and safety issues. In this exam, that was held on 15^th February 2013, Trainers obtained marks that varied between 68% and 96%, with an average of 85%.