The Agriprenuer Newsletter Department of Agribusiness Management & Consumer Studies

We are excited to celebrate Alberta Obeng , a final-year BSc Agribusiness student at the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), who has secured the Input Dealer Business Deal Pitch Prize at the 8th Agricultural Students Career Guidance and Mentorship Dialogue Bootcamp (AG-STUD Africa), hosted by Agrihouse Foundation in Accra.  The Agrihouse Foundation in Accra brought together over 130 students nationwide for an intensive six-day program under the theme “Our Voices Matter: We Hold the Agrifood Future,” where participants engaged in mentorship sessions, business pitch contests, field trips, and hands-on training designed to prepare them for leadership roles in the agricultural value chain. Among the key highlights was the Input Dealer Business Deal Pitch, where Alberta Obeng demonstrated exceptional skill in the competition, outperforming seven contestants through her innovative and sustainable business plan, earning support to establish an agribusiness input shop in h...

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  ABSAG LEADERSHIP TEAM Welcome to the new academic year! We ' re excited to introduce the executives of the Agribusiness  Student Association of Ghana (AbSAG)" UENR Chapter Executive for the  2024/2025 Academic  Year.   As we begin this new academic year, we're thrilled  to have our  AbSAG executives  at the helm.  We warmly welcome the executives and the entire department to join forces, ensuring a  remarkable year filled with growth, learning, and success! Meet the Team  Stephen Ewool, President James Blay, Vice President Daniel Atugba, Financial Secretary Rex Ahenkroah, General Secretary Gifty Owusu, Coordinator Clement Gyan, Public Relations Officer Juliet Nketia, Member of Parliament Edna D. Nketia, Women ' s Commissioner Follow us for updates and stay connected!   [ instagram.com/theagriprenuernewsletter ]

Tell a friend to tell a friend that it's our week so reserve the dates on your calendar and make plans to fully participate in our upcoming Agribusiness Student Association of Ghana - AbSAG Week celebration.  This will be a special time for us to come together as a community, appreciate our diversity, and create cherished memories that will last long after the week has passed.  Immerse yourself in a vibrant schedule of engaging activities and forge unforgettable bonds. Don't miss this opportunity to participate, socialize, and create lasting memories. Mark your calendars for Association Week - a celebration you won't want to miss! THINK AGRIC, THINK BUSINESS!!!! BY: Stephen Ewool

  CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR APPOINTMENT  The department would like to congratulate Associate Professor Richard Kwasi Bannor on his appointment as the Head of the Department of Agribusiness Management and Consumer Studies at the University of Energy and Natural Resources. We wish you great success in your new responsibilities.

  Ebenezer Bold, an alumnus of the Department of Agribusiness Management and Consumer Studies (DAMCS) 2018 cohort - University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), Sunyani. Currently an Assistant Lecturer with the Department of Agribusiness Management & Consumer Studies (DAMCS) at UENR. How did your time in the Department of Agribusiness Management & Consumer Studies and its curriculum prepare you for your current job? How has your BSc in Agribusiness from the UENR set you apart from your colleagues and peers?  The best course curriculum, tailored to meet job requirements, is offered in the BSc. Agribusiness Management & Consumer Studies program at the University of Energy and Natural Resources in Ghana. This gave me an advantage over other students pursuing the same degree, especially when applying for scholarships. Also, my four years in the department shaped me into the person I am now, especially with the leadership positions I held, such as General S...

Name:  Helen Amponsah Name of scholarship: African Scholarship scheme University Attending: University of Mysore Area of Study: Master of Business Administration Country of Study: India What are some tips for a successful scholarship application? Prior to applying, know the country and school requirements when applying. Carefully read the application instructions to avoid mistakes. Prepare in advance your motivational letter by tailoring it to your past, present, and future achievements to stand out from the other applicants. Also, don't lose hope when you are not accepted. Failure makes you stronger and more determined.