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Agritourism
Contest 2026
Agritourism: A Path to Youth Empowerment, Rural Development & Sustainable Agriculture
GrowNext
Agritourism
Contest 2026
The GrowNext Agritourism Contest 2026 is a flagship agribusiness initiative by Voazok Limited designed to identify, train, and support young agripreneurs building innovative agritourism ventures across Ghana.
Through immersive learning, mentorship, and global exposure opportunities, GrowNext equips the next generation of agricultural leaders with the skills, networks, and practical experience needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving agribusiness landscape.
Through immersive learning, mentorship, and global exposure opportunities, GrowNext equips the next generation of agricultural leaders with the skills, networks, and practical experience needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving agribusiness landscape.
About the Program
GrowNext is more than a workshop it is a competitive, exposure-driven pathway into the future of agribusiness and agritourism.
Participants gain hands-on learning through curated tours, technical sessions, and industry mentorship while developing real enterprise solutions that drive youth employment and rural transformation.
Participants gain hands-on learning through curated tours, technical sessions, and industry mentorship while developing real enterprise solutions that drive youth employment and rural transformation.
The Program Features:
Experiential agritourism learning
Entrepreneurial development
Global industry exposure
Sustainable agriculture innovation
Selection
Young innovators submit agritourism concepts focused on youth empowerment and rural development. The top 10 applicants are selected through a merit-based evaluation process.
Training & Exposure
The top 10 ranked participants will earn a fully sponsored 3-Day GrowNext Agritourism Workshop in Ghana and an exclusive International Agritourism Exposure Trip to South Africa.
Implementation & Scaling
Finalists receive structured mentorship, business development support, and guidance on accessing opportunities to scale their agritourism ventures.
GrowNext Agritourism Contest 2026
How the Program Works & Who Should Apply
Young farmers and aspiring agripreneurs, agricultural students and early-career professionals, youth-led agribusiness innovators, and individuals exploring agritourism as a business pathway.
Applicants are required to submit a concise proposal or essay on the theme:
“Harnessing Agritourism to Build Youth-Led Enterprises, Rural Jobs, and Sustainable Value Chains.”
“Harnessing Agritourism to Build Youth-Led Enterprises, Rural Jobs, and Sustainable Value Chains.”
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Innovation and originality
- Practical and scalable solutions
- Youth empowerment and rural development
- Alignment with sustainable agriculture and responsible tourism practices
No registered business is required — strong ideas and commitment matter most.
Eligibility & Requirements
Applicants must:
- Submit an original agritourism concept or business idea
- Demonstrate innovation, feasibility, and sustainability
- The applicant must be currently residing in an African country
- The applicants must be under 40 years of age
- Show clear impact on youth development and rural communities
- No registered business required
- Open to students, innovators, agripreneurs, and founders
- Pay a non-refundable GHS 350 registration fee
The GrowNext Workshop Experience (3 Days)
Day 1 – Skills & Simulation Launch
Participants explore agritourism business models, strategies, and enterprise planning through a farm enterprise simulation platform.
Day 2 – Competition & Evaluation
Participants present their agritourism ideas, compete in simulation exercises, and receive performance evaluation from industry experts.
Day 3 – Local Agri-Study Tour
Hands-on exposure through visits to commercial farms and food processing centres.
Awards & Opportunities
The highest-performing participants will experience an international agritourism learning journey, exploring real-world agritech integration, value-chain innovation, and sustainable tourism models.
TOP 3 RANKED PARTICIPANTS (1ST-3RD)
The top 3 ranked participants will receive:
PARTICIPANTS RANKED 4th-10th
Participants ranked 4th-10th will receive:
GROWNEXT AGRITOURISM WORKSHOP COMPETITION
All Top 10 ranked participants will have the opportunity to compete for cash prizes through the GrowNext Farm Simulation Game during the Agritourism Workshop
Workshop Awards
1ST Place – GH₵ 10,000
2ND Place – GH₵ 5,000
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR ALL TOP 10 PARTICIPANTS
Build practical agritourism knowledge and skills
Connect with industry experts,investors, and partners
Grow your business and create lasting impact
Gain international exposure and global opportunities
Program
Timeline,Judging
& Evaluation
Applications and workshop performance will be assessed by an independent judging panel using clearly defined evaluation criteria. The panel will consider the level of innovation and originality demonstrated, the feasibility and scalability of each concept, the potential impact on youth empowerment and rural development, as well as the overall sustainability and clarity of execution. All evaluations will be conducted objectively, and the decisions of the judges will be final.
Call for Applications
1 June – 31 July 2026
Screening & Selection
1 August – 31 August 2026
Announcement of Results
31 August 2026
GrowNext Workshop (Aburi, Ghana)
14 – 17 October 2026
International Agritourism Exposure
18 – 25 October 2026
Mentorship & Enterprise Support
November 2026 – June 2027
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Participants retain ownership of their ideas and intellectual property.
Voazok reserves the right to use non-confidential information for promotional and reporting purposes with appropriate acknowledgement.
Submission Guide:
Download the official submission guide for application requirements, judging criteria, timelines, and formatting instructions.
Ready to Join the Future of Agritourism?
Apply today and turn your agritourism vision into impact.