1-Day Hemp Cultivation
Online Zoom

Master the skills of cultivating Hemp!
Let's Grow Together!
  • One-day online course covering the full hemp cultivation process, from seed to post-harvest
  • Led by industry experts
  • Perfect for farmers, landowners, and permit holders

Why should I take this course?

Study at Africa's first and leading Cannabis & Hemp Education Company
If you're a farmer, landowner, or aspiring hemp cultivator in South Africa or across Africa, this course gives you the essential knowledge to start or scale your hemp operation. Taught by experienced local experts, you'll gain practical, region-specific insights into growing hemp for fibre, grain, or cannabinoids. It's a time-efficient, one-day Zoom course designed to help you avoid costly mistakes, make informed decisions, and tap into the growing opportunities in the hemp industry.
course overview

Here is what we will cover in
this course:

  • Seed Selection & Genetics
  • Soil health, irrigation & fertigation methods
  • Farming Machinery & Equipment
  • Agri-climatic conditions
  • Planting for cannabinoids, fibre, grain & dual-purpose
  • Harvesting Machinery, style & storage
  • Industrial Hemp genotype, environment & agronomic practices
  • Post-harvest activities 
  • Processing for product development 
  • Market demands
  • Q&A

Course Outcomes

  • Learn how to choose the right hemp seeds and genetics for your goals, understand agri-climatic conditions, and prepare your soil using effective irrigation and fertigation methods.
  • Gain insight into the machinery and tools required for planting and harvesting hemp, whether you're growing for cannabinoids, fibre, grain, or dual-purpose crops.
  • Explore best practices for harvesting, storage, and post-harvest handling, and discover how to process hemp for different product applications.
  • Understand the current market demands, industry expectations, and how to align your cultivation approach for success within the African hemp sector.
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Everything You Need to Know Before You Enroll

Course Details, Fees & Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Stable internet connection, data and a comfortable spot for the day!

Next Intake

Date: TBC
9am - 3:30pm

Course Fees

Upfront Payment: R2145

Method of Delivery

Online - Zoom Classes
 online lecturers

Meet your Course Video Lecturers

Trenton Birch
(FACILITATOR & LECTURER)
Trenton is the CEO / Co-Founder of Cheeba Africa who run Cheeba Cannabis Academy, Cheeba Cannabis Training, Cheeba Cannabis Consulting, Cheeba Cannabis TV and Cheeba Delicious. He is also Co-Founder of the trade organisation Friends of Hemp South Africa and has been instrumental in driving legislation forward as the industry lead for pillar 8 (Education & Communication) of the Cannabis Master Plan. 
Natie Ferreira
(LECTURER)
Natie’s (Tamatie - 'Growing Master Growers') 18 years of experience in the green industry as a beautifier, project manager and producer has brought him to the place where horticulture and agriculture meet. He is a founding member and treasurer of the Cannabis Industrial Development Cooperative of the Western Cape (CIDC WC) as well as founding member and chairman of the Association of Compassion (AOC) and runs Tamatie, a company that we have partnered with to teach advanced growing. 

Our students love us

I attended the grow course and I was sorry when it ended. Cuban Zulu, Michael, insanely compact and well covered course. You lads know your thing! Thanks a lot, it was a great experience. You’re going to see more of us. 
David Borland
I can definitely recommend this course to anyone looking to expand their knowledge on growing cannabis. I enjoyed every minute of it. I learned a lot and will definitely be back for the rest of the courses. 
grant
The course was well organized and detailed information was provided. Doing at your own pace and time was helpful.
Ms. Raeesa Battey, Lecturer: Pharmacy, TUT

Frequently asked questions

 1. Do I need any specific equipment or tools to join the course?

No special equipment is required—just a stable internet connection, enough data, and a comfortable space to learn for the day.

2. Who should attend this course?

This course is ideal for existing farmers, landowners, hemp permit holders, and anyone interested in cultivating hemp in South Africa or across the African continent.

3. Why is now a good time to learn about hemp cultivation?

The hemp industry is experiencing rapid growth both locally and globally, with increasing demand for hemp-based products like fibre, grain and cannabinoids. This course equips you with the knowledge to tap into emerging markets and position yourself at the forefront of the African hemp sector.
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