Deadline: December 18, 2019.

AgriLab is focused on enabling AgriTech Entrepreneurs to succeed.

AgriLab aims to enable young Nigerians to turn their startup ideas into full-fledged business models ready for investment.

AgriLab focuses on the agritech sector, an area where Ireland is a world leader and in which Nigeria needs to develop in order to diversify its economy and meet the demands of a fast growing population.

The program is a partnership between Embassy of Ireland, Nigeria and Ventures Platform, an Abuja based technology hub that incubates and supports start-ups through its curated office space, investment fund, and Not-for-Profit arm.

ELIGIBILITY

• You are a Nigerian with a business idea in the agritech space that clearly identifies the problem it solves.
• You have a sustainable and scalable business model.
• You are resident in Nigeria
• You are between the ages of 18 – 35
• You are available to participate in the entire program if selected
• You are able to travel to Ireland for a business visit as part of this program
• You have a valid International Passport for the duration of the trip.
• Team Capabilities
• Agribusiness is Tech-enabled
• A completed application form

BENEFITS

1. 3-Day Ideation Workshop and Bootcamp: Selected startups get to learn the requisite knowledge needed to be accepted into the Incubation Program.

2. Incubation: Participants will be exposed to workshops, mentorship and office spaces.

3. Seed Capital: Participants get to receive $2,000 in seed capital.

4. A Trip to Ireland: The winning team will receive an all-expense paid trip to Ireland to meet and network with potential business partners and state agencies.

OFFICIAL LINK: http://agrilab.venturesplatform.com/#eli