Course 1: Introduction to AI in Agriculture

Starting October 5, 2026 (Monday) | 12:30pm – 1:30pm — Register your interest now.

This foundational course demystifies artificial intelligence for agriculture professionals.

About

A foundational course that demystifies AI for agriculture professionals with no prior technical background. Uses real-world Australian agricultural case studies to build practical understanding.

Key Topics: What AI is and isn't; the AI landscape in Australian agriculture; responsible AI principles (ethics, bias, privacy, trust); data fundamentals; identifying your AI opportunity using a self-assessment framework.

Learning Objectives: Define AI and key concepts; identify AI applications across the agricultural value chain; articulate responsible AI principles; communicate AI's value proposition to stakeholders.

What's Included:

Live teaching session on October 5th, 2026, 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online materials available before the course starts

Pre-session, in-session, and post-session handouts

Mentor sessions with Vi

Who Should Enrol: Producers and farm managers; R&D professionals and industry body staff; extension officers, agronomists and farm advisers; agribusiness and supply chain professionals; government agriculture staff; regional development organisation staff.

Facilitator: Vi Nguyen Vi is the Founder and CEO of Ryka Global, with over 20 years of cross-sector experience spanning consulting, startups, corporates and government across Australia, Sweden and Vietnam. She brings a uniquely informed perspective on how people actually adopt and integrate technology.