IITA-BIP empowering entrepreneurs for agribusiness success

In a strategic initiative to deliver top-quality feed and fertilizer for Nigerian farmers, address the potential shortage of protein in livestock and aquaculture feeds, and convert waste into a valuable resource, the IITABusiness Incubation Platform (IITA-BIP) organized a 13-week business development training program. Launched on 9 October, the initiative aimed to cultivate entrepreneurs within the Black Soldier Fly (BSF) value chain, promoting sustainable agriculture practices. It concluded with a celebratory event on 31 January, honoring the 21 participants for their dedication and achievements.

In his opening remarks, IITA-BIP Head of Administration and Corporate Governance, Wole Oladokun, thanked the participants and commended the quality of the submitted proposals. He emphasized the importance of practical application of knowledge and encouraged participants to collaborate and spread the innovation across Nigeria and Africa.

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