Food Production Courses

Nutrition and Health: Food Safety

223 ratings

Learn about bacteria, pesticides and health hazards present in food. This online course is offered as a MOOC which means that you can study at your own pace, at your own time and anywhere you want.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 6-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Lean Production

987 ratings

Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

NPTEL;  IIT Kharagpur

Organic Farming for Sustainable Agricultural Production

253 ratings

Explore sustainable agriculture through organic farming principles, techniques, and practices. Learn about pest management, crop production, and certification processes for environmentally-friendly food systems.

• YouTube
• 20 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

• Best of All Time

Sustainable Food: Production and Processing

Explore innovative technologies and business models to build resilient food systems that meet global nutritional needs while respecting planetary boundaries.

• GetSmarter
• 8 weeks, 8 hours/week
• 29th Apr, 2026
• Paid Course

Stanford Introduction to Food and Health

49 ratings

Explore innovative strategies for healthier eating habits, distinguishing between beneficial and harmful foods, and rediscovering the importance of home cooking for improved well-being.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Sustainable Food Production Through Livestock Health Management

631 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable livestock production through disease management, integrating animal health, consumer needs, and economic realities. Develop problem-solving skills to advance food security and agricultural competitiveness.

• Coursera
• 19 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Zurich University of Applied Sciences

Aquaponics – the circular food production system

18 ratings at edX

Explore aquaponics: circular food production combining aquaculture and hydroponics. Learn system design, fish and plant care, water chemistry, and engineering for sustainable urban farming.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Credential

Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics

83 ratings at Coursera

Master sustainable food production economics, agribusiness management, and global supply chains while exploring risk mitigation strategies and modern agricultural challenges for professional advancement.

• Coursera
• 24 weeks, 2 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 6 courses

The Aspen Institute

Can Sustainable Food Production Scale?

1 rating

Explore sustainable food production methods and their scalability to address global hunger while preserving the environment for future generations.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Australian Water School

Enabling Globally Competitive and Sustainable Food Production

Explore state-of-the-art greenhouses for sustainable food production, job creation, and export growth in South Australia, addressing global food security challenges.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The Next Food Revolution - Challenges and Innovations in Agriculture and Food Production

Experts discuss challenges and innovations in food production, focusing on sustainability, technology, and meeting consumer demands while addressing climate change concerns.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TED

A Scientific Breakthrough That Could Transform Food Production

Explore the evolution of agriculture and learn about "boosted breeding," a scientific breakthrough that could revolutionize food production and address environmental challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI

Climate Conscious Chats - Food Production and Climate Change Impact

Explore the impact of climate change on food supply, production, and livestock, and learn sustainable practices for future food security.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Web Summit

The World’s Largest Grocer - Walmart & the Future of Food Production

Walmart's sustainability efforts in food production: collaborating with farmers to improve yields, reduce emissions, and address future food security challenges.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Ableton Live Course: Sound Production for Musicians and Artists

47 ratings

Hands-on production, mixing, and sound design with Ableton Live. Learn audio fundamentals, gain staging, effects processing, sequencing, virtual instruments, and advanced techniques for creating professional-quality music and soundscapes.

• Kadenze
• 54 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

• Best of All Time