Lagos Agrithon 2026 For Nigerian Agriprenuers (₦200 Million Grant Pool)

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Applications are open for Lagos Agrithon 2026. The Lagos Agrithon is a flagship agricultural innovation challenge designed to identify, support, and scale innovative solutions that address critical challenges across Nigeria’s agriculture and food systems. Organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems through the Lagos Agrinnovation Club, the programme provides funding, mentorship, capacity building, and networking opportunities for promising agripreneurs and agritech innovators.It is designed to identify, nurture, support, and scale youth-led agribusinesses and agritech innovations that are transforming Lagos State’s food systems, from farm to fork.

The initiative serves as a platform for startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs to showcase transformative ideas capable of improving food production, enhancing agricultural productivity, reducing post-harvest losses, and strengthening food security in Lagos State and beyond.

Selected participants will compete for a share of the ₦200 Million Agrinnovation Fund, one of the largest agricultural innovation funding pools in Nigeria. The fund is intended to help agribusinesses and agritech startups scale their innovations, expand operations, and increase their impact across the food system.

Lagos Agrithon Focus Areas

Applicants are expected to provide solutions addressing one or more of the following areas:

Sustainable Agriculture
- Soil health improvement
- Water management solutions
- Environmentally friendly farming practices
- Climate-smart agriculture technologies
Food Production and Processing
- Innovations across agricultural value chains
- Food processing technologies
- Productivity enhancement solutions
Agri-Fintech
- Financial inclusion tools for farmers
- Agricultural lending solutions
- Digital payment systems for agribusinesses
Precision Agriculture
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Smart farming technologies
- Data-driven agricultural solutions
Supply Chain and Logistics
- Storage innovations
- Cold chain solutions
- Transportation and distribution systems
- Food traceability technologies
Waste-to-Value Solutions
- Circular economy innovations
- Agricultural waste management
- Resource recovery technologies
Smart Farming Systems
- Hydroponics
- Aeroponics
- Greenhouse technologies
- Controlled environment agriculture
Equipment Design and Local Fabrication
- Farm machinery innovation
- Agricultural mechanization
- Locally manufactured agricultural equipment
Innovative Product Development
- New food products
- Value-added agricultural products
- Market-driven innovations
Digital Platforms and Market Linkages
- E-commerce solutions
- Farmer-market connection platforms
- Agricultural information systems

Benefits

Successful applicants will enjoy several benefits, including:

Funding Support
- Access to a share of the ₦200 million Agrinnovation Fund.
Expert Mentorship
- Guidance from industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and technical experts.
Capacity Building
- Training sessions focused on business development, innovation management, and scaling strategies.
Investor Access
- Opportunities to connect with investors and funding organizations.
Networking Opportunities
- Engagement with policymakers, agribusiness leaders, development partners, and fellow innovators.
National Visibility
- Exposure through the Lagos Agrinnovation Summit and other industry events.
Business Growth Support
- Assistance in refining business models and improving market readiness.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for Lagos Agrithon 2025, applicants must:

Be between 18 and 40 years old.
Own or operate a startup within the agriculture or food systems sector.
Have a business that is between 0 and 5 years old (some programme documents indicate a minimum of one year with evidence of market traction or MVP).
Be based in Lagos State or demonstrate measurable impact within the Lagos agrifood ecosystem.
Be registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
Be registered with the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASSRA/LASRRA).
Have an innovative solution addressing a significant agricultural or food system challenge.
Be open to startups, innovators, entrepreneurs, and interdisciplinary teams.