Promoting Entrepreneurship and Agribusiness Development

Course Objectives:
• To understand the concept of entrepreneurship and its role in agribusiness development
• To identify opportunities for entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector
• To develop skills in business planning and management for agribusiness ventures
• To understand the importance of innovation and technology in agribusiness development
• To develop strategies for accessing finance and markets for agribusiness ventures
Course Content:
Entrepreneurship and Agribusiness Development
• Definition and concept of entrepreneurship
• Role of entrepreneurship in agribusiness development
• Characteristics of successful entrepreneurs
• Entrepreneurial opportunities in the agricultural sector
Business Planning and Management for Agribusiness Ventures
• Business planning process
• Market research and analysis
• Financial planning and management
• Human resource management
• Operations management
Innovation and Technology in Agribusiness Development
• Role of innovation and technology in agribusiness development
• Types of innovation in agribusiness
• Sources of innovation and technology
• Strategies for adopting innovation and technology
Accessing Finance and Markets for Agribusiness Ventures
• Sources of finance for agribusiness ventures
• Strategies for accessing finance
• Market research and analysis
• Strategies for accessing markets
Agribusiness Development Strategies
• Government policies and programs for agribusiness development
• Role of non-governmental organizations in agribusiness development
• Strategies for promoting agribusiness development
• Challenges and opportunities in agribusiness development

Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.

DATE:
1ST BATCH: 11th – 14th Feb,2025
2ND BATCH: 9th – 11th June,2025
3RD BATCH: 28st – 31th Oct,2025