Frequently asked questions

Yes. All courses, videos, and learning materials are 100% free. Our mission is to make knowledge about syntropic agroforestry accessible to everyone. To ensure the platform remains free for everyone in the long run, we depend on your support, whether through donations or other contributions.

Yes. Registration is required to access the lessons, track your progress, and receive certificates when available.

Courses are offered in multiple languages depending on the content. The platform itself is multilingual and can currently be used in English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, German, Swahili and additional languages as they become available. For the time being, translation is provided through subtitles. However, subject to sufficient funding, voice-over translations are planned for the future.

Most of the content is already translated into the platform languages of the Academy. However, some parts may still require adjustment or improvement. Please note that translations may be more limited when using the mobile app version. If you notice any translation errors or would like to suggest improvements, feel free to contact us at academy@forests4farming.org.

Yes. Once you create your account, you can access the courses at any time and from anywhere.

At the moment, certificates are not yet available. However, we plan to introduce them in the future. The objective is to issue certificates to learners who successfully pass a final exam, with the exam questions based on the course content.

At the moment, direct contact with instructors is not available. If you have questions, please reach out to our support team: academy@forests4farming.org.

At the moment, it’s not possible to download or watch the lessons offline. We’re currently working on the F4F Academy app, where offline viewing will be available once the app is released.

Some courses are complete; others are still being expanded. The duration and number of lessons are always shown on each course page.

Yes. We recommend enabling email notifications in your profile settings. You will be informed automatically whenever new modules or lessons are published.

Our support is provided exclusively by email. For any technical issues, contact us at: academy@forests4farming.org.

Yes. You can use the platform through your mobile browser or the F4F Academy mobile app, which also allows offline access to downloaded lessons.

You can make a donation to help maintain the platform and support farmers around the world who needs it most. Donations can be made through the Donate page inside the Academy or from this link https://www.forests4farming.org/en/donate.

We request basic information (name, email, country, preferred language) to personalize your experience, improve support, and issue certificates correctly.

After enrolling in a course, users have the opportunity to interact with others taking the same course. They can ask questions, start discussions, leave comments, and share resources such as photos, videos, and documents. This exchange benefits the whole learning community and helps improve the platform over time.

A general library is available containing various literature on syntropic agroforestry and regenerative agriculture. In addition, depending on the course and its content, there may be course-specific materials such as documents, photos, Excel files, and more. Users are encouraged to check the available resources for each course individually.

F4F Academy provides educational content and practical guidance for learning purposes only. We are not responsible for how students choose to apply the techniques or practices presented in our courses. Students are solely responsible for following all safety guidelines, local regulations, and best practices when applying any knowledge gained from the Academy.

No. All F4F Academy materials are protected by intellectual property laws and cannot be copied, shared, or used outside the platform without written permission from F4F. Your access is personal, and you are responsible for using all content—including external materials—properly. Unauthorized use may lead to legal consequences, and any misuse should be reported to F4F. For more information, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.