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Certificate Course on Agroecological, Regenerative & Organic Agriculture (AROA)
Discover how to grow food in ways that restore ecosystems, build healthier soil, and support long-term resilience, rooted in scientific principles and real-world practice.
Join us for 5 interactive 90-minute online lessons, accessible across the globe. Scroll down to see session times for your time zone, weekly topics, and to register.
February 16 - March 17, 2026
About the Course
Regeneration International’s certificate course, offered in conjunction with South Seas University and taught by Prof. Dr. André Leu, blends regenerative agriculture, organic farming, and agroecology into a practical, science-based program that empowers you to design productive, climate-resilient farming systems.
This 5-week foundational (101) training provides a coherent introduction to the concepts and practices that underpin regenerative land management and agroecological systems. It combines global perspectives, essential principles, and practical strategies so you can:
Understand how to build healthy soils and thriving plant communities
Apply regenerative practices that restore ecosystems and biodiversity
Strengthen farms, landscapes, and communities with climate resilience
Grow your confidence to act, whether in farming, research, policy, or advocacy
Whether you’re improving an existing farm, launching a new project, or advancing sustainable practices in your community, this certificate gives you tools, credibility, and global insight to make a real impact.
Course Instructor
Prof. Dr. André Leu D.Sc., BA Com., Grad Dip Ed. International Director, Regeneration International
Ambassador, IFOAM – Organics International
Author, Growing Life, Poisoning our Children, The Myths of Safe Pesticides
andre@regenerationinternational.org
Twitter @Andreleu1
André Leu is an internationally recognized leader in regenerative, organic, and agroecological agriculture with more than 50 years of experience as a farmer, educator, and movement builder. He is the International Director and co-founder of Regeneration International, a global network advancing regenerative farming and land-use systems that rebuild soil health, strengthen ecosystems, and address climate change at scale.
Dr. Leu previously served as President of IFOAM – Organics International, the world umbrella organization for organic agriculture, where he helped shape policy and collaboration across more than 800 member organizations in 127 countries.
As a lifelong organic and regenerative farmer in Australia, André brings deep practical insight into the ecological foundations of soil, plant, and landscape health. He has lectured at universities, international conferences, and United Nations events, and advises governments, farmers, NGOs, and industry groups worldwide on the multifunctional benefits of nature-based farming systems.
Dr. Leu is the author of several influential books, including Growing Life (2021), Poisoning our Children (2018), and The Myths of Safe Pesticides (2014), and has written extensively for scientific journals, magazines, and public media on sustainable food systems and healthy soils.
He holds a Doctorate of Science in Environmental and Agricultural Systems, postgraduate qualifications in adult education, and degrees in communications, and teaches regenerative agriculture through universities and online programs, including as Adjunct Professor of Regenerative Agriculture at South Seas University.
André and his wife Julia live and farm in the Daintree Rainforest region of Australia, where they continue to apply and model regenerative and organic farming practices.
Course Registration & Details
A reduced price will be available to anyone on a limited income wanting to take this course.
To apply:
Send an email to admin@SouthSeasUniversity.com with the following information:
Your full name, DOB, position or profession, email, mailing address, tel #, portrait photo, and why you want to take this course
Upon registration, we will provide payment details. More information here
After completion, a University-Accredited Certificate will be awarded to participants.
Class Times
Each lesson is 90 minutes
SESSION 1
Europe, Africa, & Asia, Thursday
08.00 UK & West Africa
10.00 East Africa
12.30 India
13.30 Myanmar
14.00 Thailand
15.00 Singapore, the Philippines, & Western Australia
17.00 Australian Eastern Standard Time (Queensland)
18.00 Australian Eastern Daylight Time (NSW, VIC, TAS)
19.00 Fiji
20.00 New Zealand
SESSION 2
USA, Monday
12.00 Hawaii & Rarotonga
15.00 US Pacific
16.00 US Mountain
17.00 US Central
18.00 US Eastern
Asia Pacific, Tuesday
06.00 Singapore, the Philippines, & Western Australia
08.00 Australian Eastern Standard Time (Queensland)
09.00 Australian Eastern Daylight Time (NSW, VIC, TAS)
10.00 Fiji
11.00 New Zealand
Course Overview
Lesson 1: Maximizing Photosynthesis
Session 1 - Europe, Africa Pacific, SE Asia, Australia - Monday, February 16
Session 2 - North/South America - Monday, February 16
Pacific, SE Asia, E. Australia - Tuesday, February 17
Lesson 2: Ground Covers and Weed Management
Session 1 - Europe, Africa Pacific, SE Asia, Australia - Monday, February 23
Session 2 - North/South America - Monday, February 23
Pacific, SE Asia, E. Australia - Tuesday, February 24
Lesson 3: Soil Health and Nutrition in Regenerative Organic Agriculture
Session 1 - Europe, Africa Pacific, SE Asia, Australia - Monday, March 02
Session 2 - North/South America - Monday, March 02
Pacific, SE Asia, E. Australia - Tuesday, March 03
Lesson 4: Using Functional Biodiversity to Manage Pests and Diseases
Session 1 - Europe, Africa Pacific, SE Asia, Australia - Monday, March 09
Session 2 - North/South America - Monday, March 09
Pacific, SE Asia, E. Australia - Tuesday, March 10
Lesson 5: Marketing, The Key to Successful Farming
Session 1 - Europe, Africa Pacific, SE Asia, Australia - Monday, March 16
Session 2 - North/South America - Monday, March 16
Pacific, SE Asia, E. Australia - Tuesday, March 17
