The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), invites applications for the 2025 SMEDAN AgriBusiness Empowerment and Development Program (ADEP).
The SMEDAN AgriBusiness Empowerment Program offers access to financial assistance, technical training, and capacity-building programs tailored to agricultural needs for individuals and organizations across Nigeria.
Program Summary
- Host: Federal Government of Nigeria
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Category: Training
- Reward: Financial Support | Technical Training | Business Mentorship
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: Not Specified
Program Details
The SMEDAN AgriBusiness Empowerment and Development Program (ADEP) is a government initiative aimed at boosting the growth and sustainability of agri-businesses across Nigeria.
The program provides support and resources to individuals and organizations involved in:
- Agricultural production
- Agricultural processing
- Agricultural marketing
SMEDAN’s goal through ADEP is to:
- Increase agricultural productivity
- Enhance food security
- Create employment opportunities
- Promote rural economic growth
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the SMEDAN AgriBusiness Empowerment and Development Program, applicants must:
- Be individuals, cooperatives, associations, or organizations engaged in agricultural production, processing, or marketing.
- Operate within the agricultural value chain.
- Include small-scale and large-scale agricultural enterprises (e.g., family farms, agribusiness ventures).
Program Benefits
Successful participants of the SMEDAN AgriBusiness Empowerment and Development Program will receive:
- Financial assistance to boost agricultural operations
- Technical training programs tailored to farming and agribusiness needs
- Business mentorship and capacity-building support
- Access to resources to improve productivity, market access, and sustainable farming practices
- Opportunities for enhanced agricultural operations and expanded business ventures
- Improved livelihoods and strengthened rural economies
Required Documents
Applicants are required to prepare:
- Personal or business identification documents
- Proof of involvement in agricultural activities
- Project proposals or business plans (depending on specific program requirements)
How to Apply
To apply for the SMEDAN AgriBusiness Empowerment and Development Program:
- Visit the program’s designated application portal or office
- Submit all required documents and project proposals according to the program guidelines
- Wait for official communication on the next steps
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