Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program 2025

The Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program 2025 is a competitive 16-week leadership and venture development program designed to support 25 underserved retail entrepreneurs who transform agricultural inputs into higher-value products or work directly in agriculture. Founders receive training, certifications, mentorship, and a financial stipend to pursue certifications, along with access to a network and ongoing alumni support to help scale ventures and create jobs.

16-week program including mentorship, access to certifications, a stipend to cover certification costs, and long-term alumni support within a vibrant network.

Open to U.S.-based entrepreneurs from cities with high levels of wealth inequality, aged 18 or older, working in farming or value-added agricultural products.

Complete the online application (priority deadline February 9, 2025; rolling thereafter until spots are filled).