The BATN Foundation has officially opened applications for its Farmers for the Future Program Grant, a unique initiative aimed at empowering National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members with promising agricultural ventures.
The grant offers equity-free capital, comprehensive training, mentorship, and other support to help young entrepreneurs scale their agribusinesses.
This program is part of BATN Foundation’s commitment to fostering youth involvement in sustainable agriculture.
The initiative is designed to reduce youth unemployment, attract more young people to agriculture, and drive economic development.
Participants will receive training in agro-practices that prepare them for long-term success in the agribusiness value chain.
During a recent visit, BATN Foundation’s General Manager, Mr. Oludare Odusanya, met with the new Director of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED), Mr. Sunday Robert Aroni, to discuss further collaboration opportunities.
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Mr. Odusanya emphasized the importance of this partnership in fostering youth engagement in agriculture. “By equipping youths with the necessary skills and resources, we are empowering them to be job creators and contributing to Nigeria’s agricultural future,” he said.
The new SAED Director, Mr. Aroni, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration. “This initiative is a powerful tool for youth empowerment and entrepreneurship, and we look forward to seeing its positive impact on our young corps members,” he added.
The Farmers for the Future curriculum provides aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge and insights needed to explore market opportunities and develop effective business models.
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