Agric-tech start-ups in Kenya have been called upon to apply for 2018 MTFC Innov8Agric Challenge. The innovation challenge which is a key event at this year’s edition of Meet The Farmer’s Conference will host young farmers, agric-preneurs, and innovators in the Agric Value Chain to compete for the grand Prize of 5,000USD, and all-expense paid trip to Dubai for the Grand Finale, access to follow-on funding amongst other business opportunities.
Organized by Crenov8, the challenge is aimed at promoting innovative ideas for early stage Agric entrepreneurs from all sectors of the agriculture ecosystem who are applying creative and innovative methods to improve the agriculture value chain in Kenya.
The regional finale will hold during the Meet the Farmers Conference in 3 African cities – Nairobi Kenya on 4th September, Kigali Rwanda on 20th September, Abuja Nigeria on 10th October while the Grand Finale will hold on 4th and 5th November 2018 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Why You Need To Apply For The Challenge
This is a golden opportunity for every agritech entrepreneurs in Kenya to embrace. See reason(s) why you should apply for the competition.
• Cash Prize of $5,000 Grants for the winning Start-Up
• Fully sponsored trip to Dubai for the MTFC Conference grand finale
• Funding and Investment Opportunities from African and GCC Investors
• Opportunities for business expansion
• Access to experts and mentors in the Agribusiness
• Validation and Visibility to the participating agribusinesses
• Access to a large network of corporate partners, industry relationships and lots more.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply here. The winners will be selected based on innovation, originality and viability of the idea by top-notch entrepreneurs, investors and industry leaders in Africa. Application for this Challenge closes on 31st August. This is a golden opportunity for Agric entrepreneurs in Africa to meet up with their contemporaries across the globe.