AGRI-SMEs Conference (Deal Room Opportunities)
Connecting Agri-MSMEs in Rice, Maize & Soya Beans Value Chains with Investors and Financial Institutions
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.