Ghana students launch market ready agribusinesses under EU project

Over 500 students at Kwadaso Agricultural College in Ghana completed an intensive entrepreneurship and business incubation program under the CB-VET Ghana project.

The project, which is part of a European Union funded Erasmus+ initiative, trained students and lecturers in modern teaching methods and business development. Students learned to develop, brand, and package eco-friendly agricultural products while learning to pitch business ideas to potential investors.

The program used tools like the Business Model Canvas to help the training center establish income generating services. Albert Appiah Amoako, the principal of the college, said the program shifted the school from a theory based model to an innovation hub. The initiative aims to produce graduates who can manage businesses, use digital tools, and address climate change. The project also created stronger links between vocational training institutions, government agencies, and private companies to improve the employability of graduates.

Hans Nijhoff from the Maastricht School of Management said the program equipped participants with skills in climate smart agriculture and digital farming. This training helps farmers adapt to changing weather patterns and soil degradation while meeting food demand. The project will continue to provide mentorship and networking support to help students launch their new commercial ventures.