Applications Open for the GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program 2026
Women entrepreneurs and aspiring agribusiness leaders across Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific now have an exciting opportunity to strengthen their skills, expand their networks, and accelerate their agribusiness ventures through the GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program.
The GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program is an initiative of the Agribusiness e-Academy under the Agribusiness Facility for Africa (ABF). The program is specifically designed to empower women who are actively engaged in agribusiness as well as those seeking to explore opportunities within the rapidly growing agrifood sector.
Through structured online learning, mentorship opportunities, practical exposure, and market-oriented knowledge, the accelerator aims to equip women with the skills, confidence, and connections needed to thrive in today’s evolving agricultural economy.
About the GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program
Agriculture remains one of the most important economic sectors across many developing regions, yet women often face significant barriers in accessing training, resources, financing, markets, and business development opportunities.
The GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program seeks to bridge these gaps by providing women with access to quality agribusiness education and practical entrepreneurial support.
The initiative is delivered through the Agribusiness e-Academy and leverages digital learning platforms to ensure broader accessibility for participants regardless of their location.
The program welcomes:
- Women already operating agribusinesses
- Women involved in agricultural value chains
- Women-led agricultural enterprises
- Aspiring agripreneurs
- Young women interested in agrifood entrepreneurship
- Women seeking to build careers within the agricultural sector
Program Objectives
The GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program aims to:
- Strengthen women’s participation in agribusiness.
- Enhance entrepreneurial and business management skills.
- Improve market access and business opportunities.
- Promote innovation within the agrifood sector.
- Foster peer learning and networking.
- Provide mentorship and professional guidance.
- Build a pipeline of women leaders in agriculture and agribusiness.
- Support sustainable and inclusive agricultural development across participating regions.
What Participants Can Expect
Selected participants will benefit from a comprehensive accelerator experience that combines learning, mentorship, and practical engagement.
Structured Learning
Participants will engage in carefully designed learning modules covering key agribusiness topics. The structured approach ensures that women can build practical knowledge applicable to their businesses or future ventures.
Mentorship Opportunities
The program provides opportunities for participants to learn from experts and experienced professionals within the agribusiness ecosystem. Mentorship can help participants navigate business challenges, identify opportunities, and strengthen leadership skills.
Market Exposure
Participants will gain valuable insights into market trends, agribusiness opportunities, and strategies for positioning their products and services more effectively within agricultural value chains.
Digital Learning Flexibility
The program accommodates participants from diverse locations through virtual learning methods, making it easier for women to participate regardless of geographical constraints.
Networking and Community Building
Participants will become part of a growing network of women agripreneurs, industry stakeholders, and development professionals working to advance agricultural transformation across Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.
Program Duration
The GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program runs for 8 weeks.
Participants are expected to actively engage throughout the full duration of the program and participate in scheduled virtual learning sessions.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program, applicants should:
- Be female.
- Reside in an eligible OACP country.
- Be engaged in agribusiness activities or interested in entering the agrifood sector.
- Be willing to participate in virtual learning activities.
- Have access to a learning device such as:
- Smartphone
- Laptop
- Tablet
- Shared device
- Have some level of internet access.
- Commit to participating throughout the entire 8-week program.
Application Information Required
Applicants will be asked to provide:
- Full name
- Age range
- Country of residence
- Phone number (WhatsApp preferred)
- Email address
- Preferred language (English or French)
- Agribusiness experience information
- Learning device details
- Internet accessibility information
- Availability for weekly virtual sessions
- Motivation for joining the program
- Expected outcomes and learning goals
- Commitment to complete the program
Why Women Should Apply
Women continue to play a critical role across agricultural value chains, from production and processing to marketing and distribution. However, access to specialized business development opportunities remains limited for many.
The GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program offers an opportunity to:
- Improve agribusiness management skills.
- Learn from industry experts.
- Expand professional networks.
- Gain exposure to market opportunities.
- Strengthen business resilience.
- Explore innovation in agriculture.
- Build confidence as an entrepreneur.
- Connect with other women leaders across multiple regions.
Languages Available
The program supports participants in:
- English
- French
This bilingual approach helps ensure broader participation across eligible countries.
Selection Process
After applications are submitted, eligible candidates will be reviewed by the program team.
Selected participants will be contacted through:
Successful applicants will receive further information regarding onboarding, learning schedules, and participation requirements.
How to Apply
Interested women should complete the official application form and provide all required information accurately.
Applicants should clearly explain:
- Why they want to join the program.
- Their current involvement in agribusiness.
- Their future goals within the agrifood sector.
- What they hope to gain from participating.
Providing thoughtful and detailed responses may help strengthen an application.
Final Thoughts
The GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program represents a significant opportunity for women across Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific to gain practical knowledge, build professional networks, and strengthen their capacity to succeed in agribusiness.
By combining structured learning, mentorship, and market exposure, the program seeks to empower a new generation of women agripreneurs capable of driving innovation, economic growth, food security, and sustainable development within their communities.
Women interested in growing their agribusiness ventures or exploring opportunities within the agrifood sector are encouraged to submit their applications and take advantage of this transformative accelerator experience.
For more information about this opportunity and to apply, click here.
