At Cool Farm, we believe in the power of simplicity and the impact of knowledge. The Cool Farm Tool is renowned for its user-friendly design, sparking future-proof agricultural practices and offering a seamless way to monitor environmental impacts worldwide. Yet, we know the journey with our tool can sometimes feel daunting. Questions about methods, data accuracy and how to leverage the tool for effective reporting and actionable plans are common.
Our mission is to develop science and tools you can trust, and to provide you with everything you need to succeed. Years of engaging with our community have taught us what truly helps in navigating the Cool Farm Tool daily.
We've crafted a Training Portfolio that addresses various needs, designed by those who know the tool best – us.
Open To All
Available in English, Spanish, Italian and German.
With this course, we want to create a global network of experts who know the Cool Farm Tool inside-out and speak the same language when using it. We equip you with the tools and insights needed to help farmers thrive in their journey towards reducing GHG emissions, conserving water, and protecting biodiversity through their farming activities
This course is tailored for advisors, farmers or sustainability managers ready to understand the Cool Farm Tool at its fullest. If you support others in assessing and reducing their environmental impacts or need to report on your businesses’ environmental footprint, this is for you.
9 hours split over 4 days, plus final exam (30 min.) | £1,022* + VAT per person, reduced fee for multiple participants per company | yearly renewal training £243 + VAT p.p.
* Please note that fees are subject to annual increases.
Members Exclusive
Available in English, Spanish, Italian and German
Welcome to a journey designed for those just stepping into the world of the Cool Farm Tool. This course is your path to building a solid foundation in a specific pathway. We’ll walk you through each step, guiding you on what data is needed and how to use it to complete a comprehensive assessment.
This course is perfect for beginners and those with little experience with the Cool Farm Tool. If you’re focused on mastering a specific pathway from the ground up rather than exploring the tool’s full potential, this is for you.
Understanding how to complete an assessment from a farmer’s perspective.
Understanding group codes and data aggregation from a group perspective.
Live Q&A.
2 hours | Max. 10 people per session | Costs: £1,022* + VAT
* Please note that fees are subject to annual increases.
Members Exclusive
Available in English, Spanish, Italian and German
This course is for those who know the Cool Farm Tool but want to dive deeper. It’s your chance to bring your questions to the training team and get the support you need to ensure your data is spot on.
This course is ideal for users already familiar with the Cool Farm Tool, seeking to refine their skills and understanding. If you’re ready to explore the nuances of a specific pathway’s data entry, this course is designed for you.
Go into depth of specific areas within the tool and its functionalities.
Clarify doubts by reviewing assessment data directly with the Cool Farm training team.
Get your technical questions answered by an expert.
Review group codes, data aggregation and reporting from a group perspective if needed.
2 hours | Max. 10 people per session | Costs: £1,022* + VAT
* Please note that fees are subject to annual increases.
Didn’t find what you are looking for? Our members can enjoy bespoke training about the Cool Farm Tool customised to their unique requirements. By integrating elements from our training portfolio, we ensure a comprehensive understanding, personalise the support of our experts, and adapt the training schedule and content to fit your pace and preferences.
Use the table below to compare our training options and find the level that best fits your goals with Cool Farm.
| WHAT YOU GET | Certified Advisor (£1,022 + £240 (+VAT) yearly renewal, p.p.) | Beginner (£1,022 + VAT) | Intermediate (£1,022 + VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intro to the Cool Farm Alliance & Cool Farm Tool Scope | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| How to complete one pathway (crop or livestock or perennials) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| How to complete all pathways including crops, perennials, livestock, biodiversity | ✓ | ||
| Go into depth of specific areas within the tool and its functionalities as needed | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Clarify doubts of users to close knowledge gaps | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Understand the scientific methodology underlying the tool | ✓ | ||
| Discover water and food loss & waste metrics for crop assessments | ✓ | ||
| How members can use group codes for extended features and sharecodes for data aggregation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| How to use your aggregation reports for supply chain group reporting and to look for errors | ✓ | ||
| How to use results for engagement & best practices | ✓ | ||
| Where to find resources for further support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Final Exam – become part of a Cool Farm Advisor community | ✓ | ||
| Certificate of successful participation | ✓ | On request | On request |
| Option to list your details as a Certified Advisor on the CFA website | ✓ | ||
| Yearly refresh session to update you on the newest methods | ✓ |
Knowledge Base: Home to the most up-to-date FAQs from users for users, including known issues and errors.
User Resources: All you need to get started with the Cool Farm Tool, such as our Quickstart Guide, User Guides, and a full list of required input data.
Info Buttons: Each data field in our pathways has an info button with useful tips about the boundaries and the type of data that is required..
If you are a Cool Farm Alliance member, you currently need to register an account in the Cool Farm Learning Portal to access the following: We are working on moving them over to our very own member area in the coming year.
Support Drop-in Sessions: Our bi-monthly drop-in sessions for members to pose questions directly to our support & training team.
Video Guides: Step-by-step demos and other useful features explained in short video clips. Don’t forget our useful info buttons in the tool!
Informative Events: Be inspired and gain useful insights into hot topics and developments during our pipeline sessions, thought leadership webinars, and much more. Register for upcoming events or watch recordings on-demand.
Knowledge Base: Home to the most up-to-date FAQs from users for users, including known issues and errors.
User Resources: All you need to get started with the Cool Farm Tool, such as our Quickstart Guide, User Guides, and a full list of required input data.
If you are a Cool Farm Alliance member, you currently need to register an account in the Cool Farm Learning Portal. We are working on moving them over to our very own member area in the coming year.
Support Drop-in Sessions: Our bi-monthly drop-in sessions for members to pose questions directly to our support & training team.
Video Guides: Step-by-step demos and other useful features explained in short video clips. Don’t forget our useful info buttons in the tool!
Informative Events: Be inspired and gain useful insights into hot topics and developments during our pipeline sessions, though leadership webinars and much more. Register for upcoming events or watch recordings on-demand.
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