The Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of Pan-Atlantic University, in partnership with AGRA, SMEDAN, and Kaduna Business School, is pleased to welcome applications for the 2026 AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition.
The AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition offers a fully sponsored training, mentorship, and support programme for Agric-related businesses with ₦1m grant for selected candidates.
In this post, we will highlight the details of the program, its eligibility requirements, benefits, and how interested and qualified candidates can apply.
AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition Summary
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Category: Competitions | Training
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
- Reward: ₦1 million Grant | Business Support & Mentorship | Pitch Training
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: July 23, 2026
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Agricultural SMEs Bootcamp and Pitch Competition Details:
Applications for the Cohort-2 program of the Agricultural SMEs Bootcamp and Pitch Competition have now open.
The AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition is a fully sponsored 3-day intervention designed to strengthen agricultural small and medium enterprises (Ag-SMEs), enhance investment readiness, deepen Business Development Service Provider (BDSP) linkages, and improve access to finance for young agri-entrepreneurs in Nigeria.
Delivered by the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) in partnership with AGRA, SMEDAN, and Kaduna Business School, this bootcamp goes beyond training — it is a structured journey that equips participants with clarity, confidence, and the right ecosystem to grow sustainable agribusinesses.
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Requirements for 2026 Agricultural SMEs Bootcamp and Pitch Competition
To be considered for the Agricultural SMEs Bootcamp and Pitch Competition, you must meet the requirements below:
- Age: Between 18 and 35 years old.
- Business Focus: Currently running or actively building an agri-business with a specific value-chain focus on rice, maize, or soyabeans.
- Engagement: Must be ready to engage actively, receive feedback, and work on improving their business model throughout the programme.
- Location: Must be able to participate in person at the designated bootcamp venue and must be from the south – west, south – south and south – east.
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Benefits of AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition 2026
The AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition offers the following benefits;
- To strengthen the business capacity and investment readiness of young Ag-SME founders across key agricultural value chains.
- To deepen linkages between Ag-SMEs and Business Development Service Providers (BDSPs) for sustained business growth.
- To improve participants’ access to finance through structured pitch training and exposure to funding opportunities.
- To provide catalytic grant support of up to ₦1,000,000 to the most investment-ready agri-businesses at the pitch competition.
- To deliver one month of post-bootcamp advisory support to help participants implement what they have learned.
How to Apply for AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition 2026 (Step by Step)
To apply for the AG-SME Bootcamp & Pitch Competition, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click the green button below to go to the program’s webpage.
- Step 1 – Complete the Registration Form Fill out the online registration form on this page with accurate details about yourself and your agri-business.
- Step 2 – Describe Your Business Provide a clear description of your agribusiness, the value chain you operate in (rice, maize, or soyabeans), and the stage your business is currently at.
- Step 3 – Submit Your Application Review your details and submit your application before the deadline. Only completed applications will be considered.
- Step 4 – Shortlisting & Notification Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email or phone with further details on next steps and the bootcamp schedule.
- Step 5 – Attend the Bootcamp Selected participants will attend the fully sponsored 3-day bootcamp and compete in the final pitch session for grants of up to ₦1,000,000.
Deadline: July 23, 2026
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