Build Your AgriCanvas – Transform Your Agribusiness Idea into Reality

The Agribusiness e-Academy is calling on young and emerging agripreneurs in OACPS member states to submit innovative ideas in cocoa, maize, cashew, or livestock (cattle, sheep, goats) value chains.

Who Can Apply?

• Aged 18 and above

• Based in an OACPS member state

• Working in the eligible value chains

• Participation is free, including all required e-learning courses

What’s in It for You?

• €2,000 direct funding to boost your business

• Laptop, tablet, or software support

• Expert mentoring, training, and incubation

• Connections to financial institutions for further growth

How It Works

1. Register and complete the e-learning courses on atingi:

   • Climate Smart Agri-Business Adaptation

   • Business Model Canvas

   • Creating an Investment-Ready Agribusiness

2. Develop your AgriCanvas using the Business Model Canvas template

3. Submit your idea via the official submission form with your course certificate ID

Matching Grant Fund (MGF)

• Funding up to €100,000, covering up to 50% of your project budget

• Open to consortia (lead applicants must be registered private sector entities; partners can include NGOs, foundations, research or training institutions)

• Focus on climate resilience, inclusivity (women & youth), and profitability

Competition Windows

• Window 2: 1 February – 30 April 2026

• Window 3: 1 June – 31 August 2026

Apply now to turn your agribusiness idea into a climate-smart, investment-ready project!

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by Agri-web. Interested applicants should visit the official ABF/GIZ website for full program details, submission instructions, and verified eligibility