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Farm Accra Youth in Agribusiness Program for Ghanaian Youth
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The Farm Accra Youth in Agribusiness Program stems from the Ghana Food Movement (GFM) and Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO)’s intention to provide better agricultural programs for Ghanaian youth. Applications are now open for their 2022 program, so make sure to check out this post if you’re interested to apply!
**Application deadline:** November 16, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the Farm Accra Youth in Agribusiness Program](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/farm-accra-youth-in-agribusiness-program-for-ghanaian-youth/#h-benefits-of-the-farm-accra-youth-in-agribusiness-program)
- [About the Program](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/farm-accra-youth-in-agribusiness-program-for-ghanaian-youth/#h-about-the-program)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Ghanaian Youth](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/farm-accra-youth-in-agribusiness-program-for-ghanaian-youth/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-ghanaian-youth)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/farm-accra-youth-in-agribusiness-program-for-ghanaian-youth/#h-how-to-apply)
## Benefits of the Farm Accra Youth in Agribusiness Program
During a full-time curriculum lasting 4-5 months, Ghanaian youth participants of the Farm Accra Youth in Agribusiness Program will receive the following:
1\. Gain knowledge about Ghana’s and the world’s food systems, including future farming solutions, entrepreneurship, decolonizing food systems, and sustainable/urban farming.
2\. Improve your soft skills, such as critical thinking, teamwork, presentation skills, resume writing, and computer literacy.
3\. Go on agribusiness field trips and visit at least 10 different food and agriculture-related firms.
4\. Attend lectures and seminars to meet and learn from experts and professionals.
5\. Make friends with others that share your interests!
6\. Have the opportunity to apply for a paid internship with one of the participating companies for three to four months (GHC 700).
**This 5 months pre-employment program is divided into two parts:**
- A four-week training program, starting 24th of January 2022: Monday – Friday 10:30 am until 3:30 pm.
- Three to four months paid internship, starting 1st of March 2022 – 31st of June 2022.
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## About the Program
The Ghana Food Movement (GFM) and the Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) are collaborating to create a unique and innovative program for young people interested in learning more about the food and agribusiness industries.
The program’s goal is to train and link ambitious young people with Ghana’s new generation of food and agribusinesses, while also providing job possibilities for them and other like-minded individuals. In addition, the project aims to motivate young people to perceive the prospects in Ghana’s food system and to facilitate their participation by providing training and good networking opportunities.
## Eligibility Criteria for Ghanaian Youth
If you’re a Ghanaian interested in the opportunity, make sure to meet the following criteria first before applying:
**1.** 100% motivated and interested in food, agriculture, and sustainability
**2\. Full-time availability** during the entire program and physically joining the program in Osu, Accra 4 times per week.
**4.** GFM & GAYO welcome graduates in agriculture, food science, environmental studies, geography, sociology, development studies, political science, and related fields.
## How to Apply
In order to start your application process for the Farm Accra Youth In Agribusiness Program, please fill out this Google Docs [application form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScI_sGwfzO14LrZRJIaj-PC2p9maGHxG6qaVkLi3KjXJXwnyg/viewform).
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Internship level
- Willing to study in Ghana
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Farm Accra Youth in Agribusiness Program for Ghanaian Youth?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Internship level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Ghana for the duration of the programme.
Is the Farm Accra Youth in Agribusiness Program for Ghanaian Youth fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.