Syngenta Foundation
Syngenta Foundation Scholarship for African Farmers and Agronomists
The Syngenta Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture provides scholarships and training grants for young African agronomists, extension officers, and agricultural researchers. The program aims to advance sustainable agriculture practices and food security across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Award
Training grants, conference support, and research funding for agricultural studies
Deadline
December 31, 2026
Level
Both
Status
79 days left
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Who is eligible
- Must be a citizen or resident of one of the 54 eligible African countries (including Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, and others)
- Must be a young African agronomist, extension officer, or agricultural researcher
- Must have a focus on smallholder farmer development and sustainable agriculture
What you'll need
- Academic transcripts (certified copies)
- 2–3 recommendation letters
- Personal statement / motivation letter
- English-proficiency proof (IELTS / TOEFL) if the host country requires it
- Valid passport scan
- CV / research proposal (PhD only)
How to apply
- Review the eligibility requirements on the provider's website
- Prepare required documents, including certified academic transcripts, 2-3 recommendation letters, a personal statement, and (if applicable) a PhD CV/research proposal
- Submit your application before the December 31, 2026 deadline via the official Syngenta Foundation website
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Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://www.syngentafoundation.org/
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