If you are a Nigerian passionate about agriculture and eager to develop a career in sustainable farming, applications are now open for the Leventis Foundation Nigeria’s One-Year Training Programme in Modern and Sustainable Agriculture for 2025 session. This program offers participants a comprehensive, practical education in modern agricultural techniques, preparing them to lead the transformation of Nigeria’s food systems and agribusiness sector. Details in this article.
Programme Summary
Delivery Mode: In-person training with practical and theoretical components.
Location: Training schools are located in Abuja (FCT), Osun, and Kano.
Host Institution: Leventis Foundation Nigeria in partnership with respective state governments.
Target Group: Young men and women aged 18–40, interested in sustainable farming and agribusiness.
Study Level: Open all education levels with a minimum of secondary school leaving certification.
Funding Type: Fully funded
Duration: One year (12 months).
Application Deadline: February 21, 2025.
Start Date: TBA
Eligibility: Open to Nigerians with demonstrable interest in agriculture; farming background is an advantage.
Programme Overview
The Leventis Foundation programme combines theoretical instruction and hands-on practice to equip participants with the skills needed for modern and sustainable farming. Participants will gain exposure to agricultural value chains, farm enterprises, and climate-smart farming methods, among others.
Programme Structure and Activities
Classroom-based sessions on sustainable agriculture practices.
Practical training on farms, including greenhouse farming, hydroponics, poultry, and fish farming.
Special workshops on topics like value chain development and climate-smart agriculture.
Regular evaluations through tests and assessments.
Programme Benefits
Fully funded training: Tuition, boarding, and feeding are entirely free.
Exposure to modern agricultural techniques and practices.
Development of practical skills for immediate application in farming or agribusiness.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be Nigerian citizens aged 18–40.
Minimum of a secondary school leaving certificate with the ability to read and write in English.
Physically fit and capable of participating in rigorous farm work.
Demonstrable interest in agriculture; farming experience is an added advantage.
Must pass written and oral tests as part of the selection process.
Application Procedure
1. Online Registration: Interested candidates can submit their applications online by filling this online application form
2. Required Documents:
Handwritten cover letter.
Letter of attestation signed by a local government official or Justice of the Peace.
Two recent passport-sized photographs.
Three reference letters.
Photocopies of academic qualifications and other relevant documents.
3. Submit all documents during the screening/examination scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2025.
📍Training Locations
Abuja (FCT): Yaba, Abaji Area Council, PMB 001, Abaji.
Osun: Ilesha, Imo, PMB 5074.
Kano: Panda, Albasu Local Government, PMB 3555.
ℹ️ Contact Information
For inquiries, contact:
- Mrs. Janet Egbe-Owoicho, Email: [leventisfoundation@gmail.com]
- Telephone: 0708 552 4233
-Visit the official website for further details.
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