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AGRI-SMEs Conference (Deal Room Opportunities)

Connecting Agri-MSMEs in Rice, Maize & Soya Beans Value Chains with Investors and Financial Institutions

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Date: 10th September, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: KBS, Kaduna, Nigeria
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30

Selected Agri-MSMEs

3

Focal States (Kaduna, Niger, Nasarawa)

3

Value Chains (Rice, Maize, Soya)

5

Deal-Structuring Rooms

About The Conference

Brings together thirty of the most promising Agri-MSMEs from the Rice, Maize, and Soya Beans value chains with investors, financial institutions, and development partners in a structured deal-making environment.

Selection Process: Culmination of a rigorous process spanning applications, shortlisting, business plan evaluation, and pitch-deck coaching for entrepreneurs across Kaduna, Niger, and Nasarawa States.

Focal Value Chains

  • 🌾 Rice: Production, processing, and aggregation enterprises.
  • 🌽 Maize: Production, processing, and off-take enterprises.
  • 🌱 Soya Beans: Production, processing, and value-addition enterprises.

Format: Delivered under the AGRI-BDSP systems-strengthening initiative, featuring guest speakers, live pitches, and dedicated Deal Structuring Rooms.

For Agri-SMEs

  • Direct pitch access to investors and financial institutions.
  • Pre-conference coaching for pitch decks and investment profiles.
  • Dedicated Deal Structuring Room for 1-on-1 negotiations.
  • High visibility as one of the top 30 evaluated Agri-MSMEs.

For Investors & Partners

  • Pre-screened pipeline of investment-ready Agri-MSMEs.
  • Structured, time-boxed pitch sessions across focal chains.
  • On-the-spot deal-structuring support with note-takers.
  • Direct engagement with the AGRI-BDSP initiative framework.