Course Overview

Access to finance remains one of the most significant challenges for individuals and organizations in the agricultural sector. Whether it is a smallholder farmer trying to expand production, an agritech startup seeking capital for innovation, or a cooperative society looking to develop infrastructure, funding is critical for sustainability and growth.

This course provides an in-depth guide on how to strategically raise funds, apply for agricultural grants, and secure agricultural loans from both public and private financial institutions. Participants will learn about donor expectations, application procedures, proposal writing, eligibility criteria, risk management, and financial readiness.

By the end of the course, you will be equipped with practical tools, templates, strategies, and insights that will empower them to approach financiers, donors, development partners, and agricultural banks with confidence and competence.

Target Audience:

• Agripreneurs and agri-startups
  
  

• Smallholder and large-scale farmers
  
  

• Agribusiness managers
  
  

• NGOs and cooperatives in rural development
  
  

• Agriculture extension officers
  
  

• Youth and women in agriculture
  
  

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

1. Understand various sources of agricultural funding.
   
   

2. Identify and apply for local and international grants.
   
   

3. Write winning proposals for agricultural funding.
   
   

4. Navigate the process of accessing agricultural loans.
   
   

5. Build credibility and financial readiness for fundraising.
   
   

6. Understand donor expectations and post-funding accountability.
   
   

7. Develop a long-term fundraising strategy for agribusiness growth.
   
   

Course Modules:

1. Understanding Agricultural Finance Ecosystems
   
   

2. Types of Agricultural Fundraising Models
   
   

3. Introduction to Grants and Donor Agencies
   
   

4. How to Research and Apply for Agricultural Grants
   
   

5. Proposal Writing for Grant Applications
   
   

6. Understanding Agricultural Loan Structures
   
   

7. How to Access Government and Bank Agricultural Loans
   
   

8. Building Financial Credibility and Loan Readiness
   
   

9. Post-Funding Management and Donor Compliance
   
   

10. Developing a Fundraising Strategy for Agribusiness Growth
    
    

I LOOK FORWARD TO CONGRATULATING YOU UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE