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Stories, Calls & Opportunities that transform

The latest from the Future Farms Initiative open calls, program launches, and the voices shaping Africa's agricultural future.

Call for Stories

Women Farmers 2026

We're amplifying the voices of women farmers across East Africa. Share your story of resilience, innovation, or leadership in farming, agro-processing, pastoralism, or agritech.

Submit As

Written story with photos
Photo essay
Short video (90 secs)

Who Can Apply

Smallholder women farmers
Women agripreneurs
Women pastoralists
Women in agro-processing
Women in agritech

"Your story matters help us highlight the vital role of women in Africa's food systems."

Submit Your Story
Submissions open now · 2026 cohort
Call for Applications

Farming as a Business 2026

In celebration of IYWF 2026, the Future Farms Initiative invites 100 women farmers to join its flagship Farming as a Business program.

100

Spots Available · 2026 Cohort

What Participants Gain

Professionalize & scale their farms
Improve farm productivity
Access structured markets
Tech-led farm management skills
Food safety compliance training
Business development support
Mentorship from industry leaders
Exposure to investment opportunities

Who Should Apply

Smallholder women farmers, agripreneurs, and women in agro-processing or agritech who are ready to transform their farm into a future-ready, profitable, and sustainable enterprise.

"Transform your farm into a future-ready, profitable, and sustainable enterprise."

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Applications open · Limited spots

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