The second day of the 8th Agricultural Students Career Guidance and Mentorship Bootcamp (AG-STUD Africa), organized by Agrihouse Foundation, focused on building the capacities of young agriculture students through direct engagement with key input dealers in Ghana’s agribusiness space.
today’s activities are focused on deepening students’ understanding of the agricultural input industry particularly crop nutrition and crop protection and how these sectors offer a wide range of career opportunities for young people in agriculture.
themed, “Empowering Agric Students to Understand Crop Nutrition and Crop Protection in the Business Environment to Build a Career Path,” the day’s sessions are designed to equip students with the technical and business knowledge necessary to thrive in the agribusiness input value chain.
With a growing need for innovation and efficiency in farming practices, the role of fertilizers, quality seeds, pesticides, and sustainable farming techniques has never been more important. Today, the bootcampers will be exploring these dimensions through field visits and engaging discussions with professionals and mentors.
Participants will visit some of the most respected agricultural institutions and enterprises in the input space, including Rainbow Agrosciences, OCP Africa, ADDFRA Enterprise, and Ahodwo Farms. These field visits are structured to give students firsthand insight into how agricultural input businesses operate from production and distribution to farm-level application and how scientific knowledge is translated into products and services that directly impact crop yields and food security.
The day’s agenda also includes a special visit to the Office of the President Annex, where the students will be received by Mr. Peter Boamah Otokunor, the Director of Presidential Initiatives i Agriculture and Agribusiness
Mr. Otokunor is expected to deliver an insightful address on the broader policy and development issues shaping Ghana’s agricultural sector. He will also share his personal journey in agribusiness leadership, offering practical advice on discipline, resilience, and innovation as keys to building sustainable careers in agriculture.
According to Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, Day Two of the bootcamp represents a critical turning point for the participants. She emphasized the importance of helping students see the value of agricultural inputs not only in improving yields but also in shaping thriving business models. She noted that agriculture is a dynamic and evolving sector that demands strategic thinking, hands-on learning, and a willingness to embrace innovation.
As the bootcampers step into the second day, they carry with them a growing sense of purpose and curiosity. With each visit, interaction, and mentorship moment, they are building the knowledge and confidence needed to carve meaningful paths in agriculture.
The AG-STUD Bootcamp continues to be a powerful platform for nurturing Ghana’s next generation of agribusiness leaders, empowering students to think beyond traditional roles and embrace agriculture as a modern, innovative, and rewarding profession.
