Learn From
The Best Minds in Agribusiness
Training farmers to operate a successful farm.
Welcome to
The Agribusiness Masterclass
Series of masterclasses designed to train the next generation of agricultural entrepreneurs and global leaders
Participants are well-versed and highly trained in producing certified organic vegetables and will be able to market their product for optimum economic return effectively.
500+
Participants
200+
Farm units
34
Modules
11
Experts
How does it work?
( Hint - it's easy! )
The Agribusiness Masterclass will intentionally incorporate critical thinking to enhance subject matter understanding and a problem-solving mindset, and it will hone entrepreneurial skills of the participants as applicable to the organic farming business.
Our Masterclass on production and value addition
Value, Efficiency, Productivity
The success of Agribusiness Masterclass is only obtainable through comprehensive education programs, training or mentorship opportunities, and instilling a standard of excellence in participants.
Our Goals and Objectives
- Organic Farming Principles and Certification
- Farm Management and Leadership Skills
- Entrepreneurship
- Budgeting and Financial Stewardship
- Organic Farm Marketing
Our Strategy
Engaging rural youth in agribusiness has become an important strategy to create employment opportunities in Africa. To this end, governments and development partners have implemented various interventions that facilitate youth engagement in agribusiness for several years. The Agribusiness Masterclass has been designed to solve this problem. The masterclass will be divided into three in-depth segments.
The Online Course
They are initially exposed to a comprehensive online course that give participants the opportunity to acquire the requisite knowledge on agribusiness entrepreneurship with specialization in organic farming practices, principles and philosophy.
The Hands-on Training Program
Participants will learn about nursery set-up, irrigation system, mulching, pest management, fertility management, harvesting and cultural farming practices.
Internship
These internships will provide the student with both close guidance and mentorship while encouraging independence and freedom to make their own decisions as they move towards becoming skilled organic farm owners.
Explore Our Masterclasses
Features & Benefits
Learn anytime, anywhere at your own pace
Take lessons, quizzes, tests and projects and get certified as an Agribusiness entrepreneur
TAKE CONTROL
Self-paced Learning
Learn at your own time and schedule. Customize your learning environment that fit your individual needs.
get GUIDANCE
Mentorship
Availability of the industry top professionals as mentors, preparing you for success in agribusiness.
Make it official
Certification
Get certified for every completed masterclasses. This includes completing the tests, quizzes, assignments and projects.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Internship
Earn while you learn. After the hands-on training, you are given the chance to exhibit your skills on the farm.
Experts on Agribusiness Masterclass
Prof. Lynne Carpenter-Boggs
Professor, Washington State University
Dr. Cedric Habiyaremye
Co-Founder of Farmwella and Research Associate at Washington State University
Andy Horgan
Director of Science & Data Management at Farmwella
Olawale Rotimi Opeyemi
Founder and CEO of JR Farms Africa
Ibrahim Maigari Ahmadu
Co-Founder and CEO of Livestock247
Femi Aiki
Co-Founder and CEO of Foodlocker
David Granastein
Retired Professor of Sustainable Agriculture, Washington State University
Dr. Cornelius Adewale
Research Associate, Washington State University
Atinuke Lebile
Co-Founder of Cato Foods
Juliet Ndianekwu
Founder of Elrad Enterprises
Joseph Ojeabulu
Chartered Accountant, Jumia
The Agribusiness Masterclass is produced by the WSU Crop & Soil Sciences Department and the support of many partnering organizations. For more information on the program contact Dr. Lynne Carpenter-Boggs. Logistical questions? Contact Dr. Cornelius Adewale.