The Rural Farmers Hub is inviting all young persons (especially women) to join its free, fully remote Youth Entrepreneur in Agriculture (YEA) programme.
Open to candidates from Nasarawa, Oyo, Ebonyi, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), YEA is an apprenticeship program in Digital Agriculture and Climate-smart food production – designed for graduates and undergraduates of agricultural science or technology, young farmers, as well as other highly motivated individuals who do not have agricultural degree qualifications.
According to the YEA programme:
This training programme covers a broad range of topics to help you quickly get up-and-running. You will learn how to use different digital agriculture tools with all the rich functionality it offers to run your own agricultural consultancy business in a changing world.
The [YEA] programme offers participants both on-the-job experience and capacity development to give you the knowledge and skills to start your career in agricultural services, while supporting your family and strengthening food security.
We will provide you with high-quality tools and access to a vibrant business network for your professional development, the strength of which increases your chance of building a successful career as an agricultural professional, supporting your clients (farmers) in improving their lives, earning sustainable income while doing important work.
The YEA apprenticeship programme runs between three to six months, depending on the agricultural sub-sector and discipline chosen.
To learn more about YEA and apply, click here – an advisor will contact you.