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Excell BizRoots: AgriLeaders Mentorship
Grounded in farming. Aimed at profit. Powered by Excell Africa Farms.
š Program Overview
Excell BizRoots: AgriLeaders Mentorship is a high-impact, hands-on mentorship program designed to empower Africaās next generation of agribusiness leaders. Through intensive training, one-on-one mentorship, and practical business support, participants will gain the skills, tools, and networks needed to transform agricultural ideas into profitable ventures.
šÆ Program Objectives
Equip young agripreneurs with foundational and advanced agribusiness knowledge.
Cultivate leadership and entrepreneurial thinking in agriculture.
Promote sustainability, innovation, and financial literacy in farming.
Connect mentees with industry mentors, investors, and farming communities.
Support the launch or scaling of real-world agribusiness projects.
š„ Target Participants
Age: 18ā35 years
Location: Across Africa (priority to rural or underserved communities)
Background: Aspiring or early-stage agribusiness entrepreneurs, recent agri-graduates, cooperative leaders, and young farmers
Passionate about sustainable agriculture, food systems, and agribusiness innovation
š§ Program Structure
| Module | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Agribusiness Foundations | Business planning, market analysis, and agribusiness models. |
| 2. Sustainable Farm Practices | Climate-smart agriculture, soil health, water management. |
| 3. Agritech & Innovation | Leveraging technology, digital tools, and smart farming. |
| 4. Financial Literacy & Investment Readiness | Bookkeeping, funding, pricing, and pitching. |
| 5. Leadership & Personal Growth | Communication, strategic thinking, team building. |
| 6. Capstone Project | Each mentee develops and pitches a real agribusiness idea. |
š¤ Mentorship Component
1-on-1 mentor pairings with experienced agribusiness professionals
Bi-weekly check-ins to track progress and solve challenges
Peer learning groups for collaboration and accountability
Guest sessions with industry leaders and Excell Africa Farms executives
š Outcomes & Benefits
Certificate of Completion from Excell Africa Farms
Access to startup grants or seed funding opportunities
Business exposure through demo days and pitch events
Entry into the Excell AgriLeaders Network alumni community
Ongoing access to Excell Africa Farmsā support and ecosystem
š Duration & Timeline
12 weeks (Flexible mix of virtual + in-person engagements)
Two cohorts per year: MarchāMay & SeptemberāNovember
š Application Requirements
Short business idea or agribusiness concept (max 1 page)
CV or short bio
Letter of motivation (250 words)
Reference or endorsement from local agri-cooperative or mentor
