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Life Cycle Analysis in the Agri-Food Supply Chain

Key Information


Programme Type

Short Course

Delivery

Online

Cost

£350

Next Start Date

9 May 2025

Course  Overview

This one-day online course is designed to give you the knowledge and tools to understand the principles and significance of life cycle analysis and its applications in the agri-food supply chain.

Created for agriculture and food industry professionals, retail and sourcing agronomists and technologists, and those interested in sustainable food system as part of procurement strategies, the course aims to help you drive sustainable practices and reduce your business or organisation's footprint and associated costs.

Key Features

Learn from subject experts

Discover the latest strategies to reduce your organisation's carbon footprint

Online delivery so you can learn from home or your place of work

Delivered in one day to minimise impact on your business

A student writing and studying in the library

How You Study

Teaching is delivered online by subject experts across one day. A wide variety of topics are covered, giving you insight into areas such as best practices for minimising environmental impacts, data collection and analysis, and key concepts of life cycle analysis.

Topics Covered

Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)

  • Definition and importance of LCA
  • Key concepts: life cycle stages, functional unit, and system boundaries
  • Overview of LCA methodologies and standards

Sources of Identifying life cycle stages in the agri-food supply chain

  • Environmental impacts in agriculture and food production
  • Case studies of LCA in the agri-food sector
  • Data collection and analysis

Strategies for Reducing Environmental Impacts

  • Best practices for minimising environmental impacts in the agri-food supply chain
  • Role of technology and innovation in improving sustainability
  • Policy and regulatory frameworks supporting LCA and sustainability
  • How to access to LCA tools and resources

How you are assessed

The course is not credit bearing and has no assessments. You will receive a certificate upon completion of the course.

How to Apply

To secure your place simply email our team expressing your interest in in the course. They will be in touch to confirm your place and provide payment details.

Get in Touch

If you have any questions about the course please email: liatadmin@lincoln.ac.uk