Agrisiti, in partnership with the TAGDev 2.0 Program, RUFORUM, and the Mastercard Foundation, is offering a free 12-week Hybrid Digital Training Program in Agribusiness and Climate-Smart Skills for young Nigerians. The Mastercard Agrisiti Hybrid Digital Training combines digital learning, hands-on practical experience, mentorship, and access to employment and startup opportunities within the agribusiness sector.
This initiative is designed to empower young people with relevant, income-generating skills that align with modern agriculture, sustainability, and climate resilience.
Program Summary
- Host: Mastercard Foundation
- Partners: Agrisiti | TAGDev 2.0 Program | RUFORUM
- Category: Training Program
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
- Reward: Free Training | Mentorship | Startup Funding Opportunities | Digital Certificate
- Program Duration: 12 Weeks (Hybrid)
- Deadline: Not Specified
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Program Details
The Mastercard Agrisiti Hybrid Digital Training Program is structured to equip young Nigerians with practical agribusiness knowledge, climate-smart agriculture skills, and enterprise development support. Through a blended learning approach, participants engage in digital agricultural lessons alongside hands-on practical experiences delivered through local demonstration hubs.
The 12-week program focuses on modern agribusiness practices, regenerative agriculture, and climate-smart solutions that respond to Africa’s evolving agricultural landscape. Participants also gain exposure to agribusiness networks, mentorship opportunities, and pathways to employment or enterprise development, enabling them to build sustainable careers within the agricultural value chain.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Mastercard Agrisiti Hybrid Digital Training Program 2026, applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Be a youth not currently enrolled in formal schooling, or
- Be a student undergoing technical or vocational training
- Demonstrate interest in agribusiness, agriculture, or climate-smart skills
This program is ideal for young Nigerians seeking practical, market-relevant skills that can generate income and support long-term career growth in agribusiness.
Program Benefits
Participants of the Mastercard Agrisiti Hybrid Digital Training Program 2026 will receive:
- Modern Agribusiness Knowledge:
- Training on value chains and innovative agricultural practices
- Practical Skills in Regenerative & Climate-Smart Agriculture:
- Hands-on techniques for sustainable and climate-resilient farming
- Mobile-First Learning Experience:
- Lessons delivered via Telegram and the Agrisiti Digital Learning Platform
- Local Demonstration Hubs:
- Practical exposure to agribusiness tools and methods
- Enterprise Mentorship & Business Guidance:
- One-on-one mentorship from agribusiness and startup experts
- Industry Exposure & Placement Pathways:
- Connections to agribusiness networks and job opportunities
- Funding Pipelines:
- Access to cooperative and startup funding opportunities
- Digital Certificate:
- Certification upon successful completion to boost employability
Program Activities
- Mobile-first digital learning using Telegram and the Agrisiti Digital Learning Platform
- Hands-on practical sessions through local demonstration hubs
- Mentorship, enterprise guidance, and industry exposure
- Issuance of a digital certificate upon program completion, signifying readiness to participate in the agribusiness value chain
How to Apply
To apply for the Mastercard Agrisiti Hybrid Digital Training Program 2026, interested and qualified candidates should:
- Visit the official program website
- Complete and submit the online application form as soon as possible
For enquiries, contact program coordinators below:
- Ogun: 08034229240
- Rivers: 07010397069
- Bayelsa: 08110363467
- Kano: 08099704206
- Niger: 07038242435
- Enugu: 08130169161
- Cross River: 08035990824
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