Lucknow: If you want to learn all about gardening and nursery management and want to have certification for the same, CSIR National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) is happy to help.The NBRI is offering a one-year certificate course on professional gardening and nursery management, approved by the National Council for Vocational Education Training, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.NBRI has made the application form available on its website, and interested candidates can register until July 5.”This course is an opportunity to become a certified gardener and nursery manager. This one-year course will offer enhanced job prospects, entrepreneurial opportunities, and the acquisition of practical skills in plant care, landscape maintenance, and nursery operations. Students of this course will be equipped to work in diverse settings, from residential and commercial landscaping to nurseries and botanical gardens,” said CSIR NBRI director Ajit Kumar Shasany.He said that NBRI is offering 20 seats in this course, and anyone who has passed class 12 can pursue this course. It will offer expert guidance by giving the opportunity to learn from experienced horticulturists and scientists, gain practical skills in plant propagation, care, and management, and visit renowned nurseries. The certifying body of this course is the Agriculture Skill Council of India.”The course will have 1,200 hours of study, including theory, practical, skill development, and others. The fees for this one-year course are Rs 30,000, and those opting for accommodation and food will have to pay Rs 60,000. QR Code is available on our institute’s website for registration and for further information our senior scientist and head botanic garden K J Singh can be contacted,” added the director.
