The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young entrepreneurs in agriculture by supporting a youth agribusiness engagement in Siritamu focused on strengthening farming enterprises and promoting financial literacy.
The forum brought together young farmers, agribusiness experts and industry stakeholders for discussions on building sustainable agricultural enterprises. A key session focused on strengthening farmer cooperatives to improve market access, increase farmers’ bargaining power and enhance the long-term sustainability of agricultural businesses.
Beyond the technical discussions, participants received practical training on budgeting, saving and record keeping—skills that experts said are critical for running successful agribusinesses. The sessions highlighted the importance of sound financial management in helping young entrepreneurs track performance, make informed investment decisions and improve access to credit.
The bank said supporting youth in agriculture aligns with its broader commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, financial inclusion and economic growth by equipping young people with the tools needed to succeed in business.
Organizers encouraged participants to embrace innovation, collaborate through farmer cooperatives and leverage financial knowledge to grow profitable enterprises.
The engagement concluded with a call on young agripreneurs to work together in building the next generation of agribusiness leaders capable of driving food security, creating jobs and contributing to Kenya’s economic development.
