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Highlight of Farmers for the Future Grant
The Farmers for the Future Grant offers equity-free capital and extensive support to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Agribusiness and provides NYSC grant 2023.
About the Farmers for the Future Grant
- Farmers for the Future (F4F) is an Agricultural Entrepreneurship grant aimed at nurturing young agribusiness ventures.
- The program is virtual and focuses on essential knowledge and skills to thrive in the Agribusiness value chain.
- The curriculum is designed for capacity building and is facilitated by industry leaders across the Agribusiness and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Through the support of BATNF, course fees including materials and data are covered for successful applicants.
Partnerships of the Farmers for the Future Grant
- Developed and sponsored by the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF).
- In collaboration with NYSC and executed by the FATE Foundation.
- The program’s virtual nature ensures a wide reach, targeting NYSC members invested in Agribusiness.
New Phase Details
- The program covers diverse modules, including:
- Entrepreneurship Mindset.
- Design Thinking & Problem Solving.
- Business Planning and Model Canvass.
- Strategies for Product Development and Marketing.
- Managing Business Operations.
- Financial Literacy.
- Business Pitch Skills.
- Apart from the educational content, participants benefit from mentoring, business tools, funding links, and a grant.
Eligibility Farmers for the Future Grant
- Must be a current member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
- Should be involved in the Agribusiness space.
- Must have less than 3 months remaining in their service year.
Farmers for the Future Grant: N10 Million Grant
In the 21st century, the agricultural sector in Nigeria has seen a significant landslide over the years with young youths going for the so-called “White collar” jobs. Due to the fall in the economy, the agricultural sector has once again seen rapid growth and evolving rapidly, with technology and innovation steering it towards previously unimagined horizons. Young minds, teeming with ideas and ambitions, are at the forefront of this transformation, and the Farmers for the Future (F4F) Grant emerges as a beacon to guide and nurture these aspiring entrepreneurs.
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The F4F Grant is a distinctive Agricultural Entrepreneurship program designed to endow young visionaries with equity-free capital and the needed support to move their businesses to unprecedented heights. This groundbreaking project is a brainchild of the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF) and is collaboratively brought to life with NYSC, under the vigilant implementation of the FATE Foundation. Tailored specifically for the energetic and ambitious National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, the initiative aligns seamlessly with BATNF’s staunch commitment to driving the youths toward sustainable agriculture.
A distinctive feature is the program’s emphasis on the youth, targeting NYSC members. The inclusion criterion is strategic: by focusing on individuals who are already investing a year in service to the nation, the program ensures that it captures a demographic that is dedicated, disciplined, and has a demonstrated commitment to societal progress. Furthermore, by aligning with BATNF’s objectives, the initiative champions the cause of sustainable agriculture, a need of the hour given the global challenges of food security and environmental sustainability.
Curriculum Insights of Farmers for the Future Grant
The program has a virtual curriculum, with its heart set on equipping participants with indispensable knowledge, strategic insights, versatile skills, and a toolkit designed for the Agribusiness value chain. The learning experience is amplified by industry entrepreneurial professionals who employ a pedagogy-driven approach, fostering networking amongst participants and endorsing collaborative learning.
Participants of the Farmers for the Future Grant will learn how to;
- Cultivating an Entrepreneurship Mindset
- Harnessing Design Thinking for Innovation and Problem Solving
- Crafting Comprehensive Business Plans
- Navigating the Business Model Canvass
- Devising Product Development and Marketing Strategies
- Mastering Business Operations
- Ensuring Financial Literacy
- Refining Business Pitching Techniques
Entrepreneurship Mindset: Building a mindset is foundational. Entrepreneurs need resilience, adaptability, and vision. This module ensures that participants are mentally equipped to navigate the challenging terrains of entrepreneurship.
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Design Thinking & Problem-Solving: Innovation is the lifeblood of startups. By instilling design thinking principles, participants are trained to be solution-oriented and to approach problems creatively.
Comprehensive Business Plans: Ideas need structure. This segment dives deep into the intricacies of drafting business plans that are not only viable but also compelling.
Business Model Canvass: A visual and strategic tool, the Business Model Canvas ensures that entrepreneurs have clarity on their value proposition, channels, customer segments, and more.
Product Development & Marketing Strategy: Crafting an excellent product is just one half of the equation. The other half? Ensuring it reaches the right audience. This module addresses both.
Operational Mastery: From supply chain management to quality control, mastering operations is pivotal to ensure efficiency and profitability.
Financial Literacy: A venture’s success isn’t just measured by its innovation but also by its financial sustainability. Here, participants are equipped with the tools to understand and manage their finances effectively.
Pitching Skills: A good idea needs a voice. This segment polishes participants’ presentation skills, ensuring that when they pitch to investors or customers, they’re persuasive and clear.
Supports from the Farmers for the Future Grant
- Mentoring: Experienced guides, helping participants navigate challenges.
- Business Tools & Applications: From software to methodologies, participants get access to tools that can streamline operations and drive efficiency.
- Funding and Market Connections: With established networks, participants are introduced to potential investors and market opportunities.
- The Grant: A financial boost to kickstart ventures.
The Application Process of the Farmers for the Future Grant
Stage I
Kickstart the journey by going to the farmers for the future grant portal, filling out the application form, and attaching your NYSC ID Card.
Stage II
After a careful review of the applicants, 50 candidates will be shortlisted for a 10-20 minutes phone/video interview after which 20 applicants will be shortlisted for the program.
Deadline
30 August 2023
