The Farmers for the Future (F4F) Grant is an Agricultural Entrepreneurship initiative by the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF) in partnership with the NYSC, aimed at supporting young people with viable agri-businesses. It provides equity-free capital and other support for scaling businesses, aiming to encourage sustainable agriculture among current NYSC members.
When is the deadline for applications?
The exact deadline has not been specified. Applications are currently open. Early application is recommended as spots are limited.
🏆 Describe the award to me:
The Farmers for the Future (F4F) Program 2025 is an agricultural entrepreneurship grant initiative by the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF), in partnership with NYSC and implemented by FATE Foundation. It supports young agri-entrepreneurs with equity-free grants, business training, and mentorship to scale their agri-businesses sustainably.
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🌾 Which fields qualify?
- Agriculture and Agribusiness
- Organic Farming
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Agri-innovation and Agri-tech
📚 The type:
- Equity-Free Grant
- Capacity Building & Business Training
- Mentorship and Business Support
🙋♂️ Who is eligible to apply?
- Young Nigerians currently serving in the NYSC (National Youth Service Corps)
- Must own or run a viable agribusiness
- Must be committed to participating in training, bootcamps, and pitch events
🧾 How Do They Choose Applicants?
The selection process includes 5 stages:
- Online Application
- Virtual Bootcamp – 20 applicants are selected for intensive training
- Pitch Event – Top 10 pitch to a panel of experts
- Winners Announced – Top 3 selected
- Mentorship & Alumni Network – Post-award support and opportunities
🌍 Which nations are qualified?
Nigeria only — Applicants must be serving NYSC members.
📌 Where will the prize be accepted?
- Virtual sessions and in-country events in Nigeria.
- Support and mentoring will also take place virtually and/or in local business hubs.
🔢 How Many Honors?
- 20 businesses selected for bootcamp
- 10 finalists attend the pitch event
- Top 3 winners receive financial grants
- Top 6 finalists receive technical and mentorship support
💼 What Advantage Does the Award Offer?
- ₦10 million in total grant funding:
- ₦3M (1st prize)
- ₦2M (2nd prize)
- ₦1M (3rd prize)
Additional benefits include:
- Intensive training and capacity building
- Business pitch coaching
- Mentorship from agribusiness experts
- Linkage to investors and financial institutions
- Business registration support
- Membership in the F4F Alumni Network
⏳ What’s the Duration of the Award?
- The program runs in phases:
- Bootcamp: several weeks
- Pitch event and awards: upon completion of bootcamp
- Ongoing mentorship and alumni support for winners
📝 How do I Apply?
- Visit the BATNF app or official webpage for updates
Follow at @batnfoundation and download the BATNF mobile app for updates.
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