Practical Agribusiness Bootcamps

Where farmers build a real agribusiness. Hands-on. In the field.

Two formats — a 1-day or 2-day option — both built around the same rhythm: morning class-based masterclasses paired with afternoon practical sessions in the field.

  • Morning masterclasses
  • Afternoon field practicals
  • 6 months platform access
Full cohort of farmers at Panuka Farm greenhouse complexFull Cohort - Panuka Farm
Farmer inspecting lettuce leaves during a field practicumField Practicum
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What is the Bootcamp?

Panuka AgriBiz Bootcamps

An in-person experience at Panuka Farm 1 & 2, available as a 1-day or 2-day format. We show smallholder and emerging farmers how to start, design and run a farming enterprise as a real business — covering land & layout, labour planning, production optimisation, costing & pricing, records & financial literacy, governance, systems, and building a venture bankable.

1 or 2

Day Bootcamp Formats

2

Farm Venues (Panuka 1 & 2)

6

Months Platform Access

1:1

Mentoring Sessions

What's Included

Every 1-day and 2-day bootcamp comes with the same core package — masterclasses, field practicals and 6 months of digital platform access.

Bootcamp (1-day or 2-day)

Morning masterclasses

Agribusiness masterclasses with expert facilitators in a classroom setting.

Afternoon field sessions

Practical on-farm sessions at Panuka Farm 1 & 2 applying theory to practice.

Lunch and refreshments

Included both days to keep you fueled and focused on learning.

Farming as a Business handbook

A comprehensive guide covering all business aspects of a farm.

6 Months Digital Platform Access

AgriBiz Academy

Access online courses, learning modules and digital resources.

Financial Tracking Tools

AI-powered bankability assessments and cash-flow monitoring tools.

Service Provider Network

Connect with vetted input suppliers, mechanization partners and off-takers.

Venture Data Room

Build your digital AgriVenture profile to secure funding and grants.

Bootcamp Programme — 1-Day & 2-Day Formats

MasterclassPracticalBreak
08:00 — 08:30
Welcome & Programme Overview
Intro
08:30 — 10:30
Masterclass: The 6 Stages of a Farming Enterprise
Masterclass
14:00 — 17:00
Practical Farm Session: Orchard Design & Layout

Visit Farm 2 for hands-on irrigation setup and land utilisation planning.

Practical
09:00 — 11:00
Masterclass: Risk Management Fundamentals
Masterclass
14:00 — 17:00
Practical Session: Horticulture & Climate Resilience

Interactive session at Panuka Farm 1 exploring egg layer farming and resilience.

Practical
Secure Your Spot

2026 Bootcamp Dates

Investment

K3,500 per SME

Pay in full and save 10% — only K3,150!

What's Included

  • All lessons and masterclasses (1 or 2 days)
  • Practical farm sessions at Panuka Farm 1 & 2
  • Lunch, tea and snacks on both days
  • AgriBiz Business Handbook & resources
  • 6 months AgriBiz OS Digital Platform access

Not Included

  • Accommodation (participants arrange their own)
  • Transport to and from the bootcamp venue

* Participants travelling from outside Lusaka should plan their own travel and accommodation. We can suggest nearby lodging options upon request.

Mid-Year Edition

6 — 7 July 2026

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Year-End Edition

18 — 19 October 2026

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Choose your pathway to sustainable agribusiness excellence and secure your spot in our next cohort.

I'm an Agri-SME

Ready to transform your farm into a professional, profitable business enterprise.

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