To foster entrepreneurship and development of the seed sector, the SWR Ethiopia ESP project has joined hands with Alage Agricultural TVET College to support the college’s Business Incubation Centre. This collaboration is set to change the way young trainees are prepared for entrepreneurial ventures in the seed sector and related agricultural businesses.
The primary goal of this collaboration is to enhance the resources available at the college and help how trainees get practical skills. By doing so, the initiative aims to provide hands-on business training to trainees, equipping them with the knowledge and practical experience needed to become successful entrepreneurs.
As part of this collaboration, SWR Ethiopia has taken a significant step by supporting the maintenance of a greenhouse at Alage ATVET College. This greenhouse will serve as a critical resource for the college’s Business Incubation Centre, enabling trainees to gain practical experience in seedling production and agricultural business management.
Habtam Tilahun, Deputy Head of the Technology Transfer and Enterprise Development Directorate, emphasized the importance of this initiative. “The ATVET has been given the mission to become an entrepreneurial college that trains youngsters to become entrepreneurs. For this purpose, we have been working to establish a business incubation centre. This is where ESP has stepped in to support our mission. Their contribution is a massive boost for the college to realize its objectives,” she stated.
This collaboration is not just about improving infrastructure; it’s about creating a ripple effect in the community. The newly constructed greenhouse will enable trainees to learn practical business skills in the seed sector. Additionally, it will provide seedlings to the surrounding community, thereby fostering a sustainable model of growth and development.
This collaboration stands as a shining example of how partnerships can empower communities, foster innovation, and create opportunities for sustainable growth. ESP hopes the joint effort will lay a foundation for young trainees who aspire to make a difference in the seed sector. With access to enhanced resources, expert training, and practical experience, these future entrepreneurs are set to transform Ethiopia’s seed sector.
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