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SHE - INNOVATE AWARD
This award honors women who create and develop innovative products, services, or business models. Their innovation must substantially improve commercial performance, operational effectiveness, or prospects. The award celebrates exceptional entrepreneurial skills and significant growth and success in their respective fields.
The judges are looking for:
- Innovation and creative thinking
- Sustainability
- Commercial awareness and commercial exposure of products and services
- Innovation's positive impact on industry
- Proof of reduced impact on natural resources/ecosystem
PERSEVERANCE AWARD
The award is intended for a woman who has shown exceptional dedication, considerable effort, and remarkable perseverance in establishing and growing her business.
The judges are looking for:
- Sustainability
- Innovation
- Quality of product or service
- Financial Performance to date
- Consistent, profitable growth
- Plans for further growth, expansion & diversification
EMERGING STAR IN AGRIBUSINESS AWARD
The Emerging Star in Agribusiness Award recognizes a young and promising individual who has demonstrated exceptional talent, innovation, and leadership in the field of agriculture and agribusiness. The award acknowledges their potential to become a future leader in the industry and celebrates their contributions towards sustainable and profitable agriculture.
The judges are looking for:
- Scale of market opportunity identified pre-launch
- Exceeding of projected success and growth
- Scalability of business
- Positive or disruptive impact on industry/sector/marketplace
- Examples of quality customer engagement
- Product/service innovation
- Future strategy and scale of vision for the company’s development
ROLE MODEL EXCELLENCE AWARD
The Role Model Excellence Award is designed to acknowledge and honor a woman who has achieved remarkable success in her respective fields while serving as exemplary role models for others. The award recognizes her exceptional leadership, vision, and dedication, inspiring others to strive for excellence and make a positive impact on society. She should have a track record of training, coaching or mentoring at least 20 women in Agribusiness
The judges are looking for:
- Innovation and creative thinking
- Sustainable impact
- Details of the number of people trained (evidence, proof and their progress after training)
- Profitable expansion that is consistent
BUSINESS DIVERSIFICATION AWARD
The Business Diversification Award recognizes individuals or organizations that have successfully diversified their business operations, products or services, resulting in significant growth and increased resilience in the face of market challenges. The award acknowledges the creativity, innovation and strategic thinking that drives successful business diversification and celebrates those who have embraced change and adapted to evolving market conditions.
The judges are looking for:
- Financial performance of previous market
- Barriers that caused diversification
- Interest in the new business enlargement
- Interest to use the unused business production factors and resources.
- Interest to solve problems with marketing current production
- Utilization of demand (the identification of demand that has not yet been satisfied (market leaks)
EXPORT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Export Business of the Year Award acknowledges and celebrates outstanding performance by an individual or organization in exporting goods or services to international markets. The award recognizes exceptional achievements in developing successful export strategies, establishing and growing overseas markets, and driving export-led growth for the business and the wider economy.
The judges are looking for:
- Provision of a business description, including the products or services it provides, its customers, and the market in which it operates.
- Provision of an overview of turnover, net profit, and net reserves for the last two (2) years.
- Growth strategy through international trade.
GREEN BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Environmental Impact Award celebrates individuals, organizations, and initiatives that have made outstanding contributions to the protection, preservation, and improvement of the environment. The award recognizes those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication in promoting sustainability and reducing the impact of human activities on the natural world.
The judges are looking for:
- Demonstrated significant commitment to environmentally friendly policies and practices.
- Demonstrated compliance with legal environmental regulations and seeks to lead the way in the fight against climate change.
- Environmental Impact Management, for example, lowering carbon emissions or waste reduction and efficiency.
- Promotion of green culture at every level.
NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The New Business of the Year Award recognizes a newly established business that has demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation, and success in their first year of operation. The award acknowledges the vision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit of the business founders, as well as their ability to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities in the early stages of their venture.
The judges are looking for:
- Market research including market size, customer profile and competitor analysis
- Initial foothold in the market
- How their marketing efforts result in new business
- Financial performance to date
- Plans for further growth, expansion & diversification
- Sustainability
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AWARD
The Diversity and Inclusion Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional commitment and achievement in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace or community. The award acknowledges those who have implemented innovative strategies, policies or practices that have led to greater diversity, equality, and representation, fostering a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
The judges are looking for:
- Gender sensitive
- Enabling environment for females and the disabled
- Capacity building
- Youth empowerment
YOUNG AGRIPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
Recognising the dynamic next generation of Agripreneurs this accepts submissions from those aged 35 or under as of 24th September 2023.
The judges are looking for:
- Strong track record of commercial success (in current and/or previous businesses)
- Evidence of building a scalable business or brand
- Outstanding personal ambition and vision
- Evidence of strong and positive leadership
- Examples of impacting your industry
AGRI E-COMMERCE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Agri E-Commerce Business of The Year Award recognizes a business that has achieved significant growth and success through innovative and effective use of digital technologies, such as e-commerce, social media, and digital marketing. The award acknowledges the vision, creativity, and strategic thinking that have driven the business’s online success, as well as their ability to adapt to changing market conditions and customer preferences in the digital age.
The judges are looking for:
- Consistent, profitable growth
- Scalability of business
- Evidence of an original online solution challenge or requirement
- Examples of building brand awareness
- Examples of quality customer engagement
AGRI FINANCE OF THE YEAR
The Agri Finance of the Year Award recognizes a financial institution that has demonstrated outstanding commitment and innovation in providing financial services to the agricultural sector. The award acknowledges the institution’s excellence in developing and delivering tailored financial products and services that meet the unique needs of farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities. They should also have leveraged financial technologies (fintech) to transform and improve the agricultural industry. The award also recognizes the institution’s contribution to promoting agricultural productivity, sustainability, and growth, as well as its
potential to serve as a model for other financial institutions seeking to support and invest in agriculture.
The judges are looking for:
- Market leadership (in Africa and, if applicable, internationally)
- Product/service innovation
- Consistent, profitable growth
- Scalability of business
- Positive or disruptive impact on industry
- Examples of quality customer engagement
AGRITECH OF THE YEAR
The Agritech of the Year Award recognizes a technology-driven business that has developed and implemented innovative solutions to improve agricultural productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. The award acknowledges the vision, creativity, and leadership of the business in leveraging technology to transform and optimize various aspects of the agricultural value chain, from farming practices to food processing and distribution. The award also recognizes the business’s potential to shape the future of the agriculture industry and contribute to global food security.
The judges are looking for:
- Consistent, profitable growth
- Scalability of business
- Positive or disruptive impact on industry/sector/marketplace by developing technology solutions
- Product/service innovation
- Strategy behind the development of your technology
AGRIMEDIA OF THE YEAR
The AgriMedia of the Year Award recognizes outstanding excellence and innovation in agriculture-related media, including print, digital, radio, television, and social media. The award acknowledges the creativity, originality, and impact of a media outlet in educating, informing, and entertaining audiences about agricultural issues, practices, and trends. The award also recognizes the media’s potential to influence public perception and policy on agriculture and inspire the next generation of farmers and agribusiness leaders
The judges are looking for:
- Partnership with Agribusiness stakeholders
- Agribusiness promotion on the media platform
- Evidence of reportage, initiatives, special coverage etc
INTERNATIONAL AGRIBUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR
The International Agribusiness Woman of the Year Award recognizes a woman who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in the global agricultural industry. The award acknowledges her outstanding achievements in developing and managing successful agribusiness enterprises, promoting sustainable agriculture, and advancing the role of women in agriculture. The award also recognizes her potential to inspire and empower other women to pursue careers and leadership positions in agribusiness and contribute to global food security and economic development.
The judges are looking for:
- Presence of the business / product in at least 3 other countries
- Consistency
- A business aimed at becoming / is a household name
- Innovation
AGRI JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
The Agri Journalist of the Year Award recognizes outstanding excellence and innovation in agricultural journalism, including print, digital, radio, television, and social media. The award acknowledges the creativity, originality, and impact of the journalist in educating, informing, and engaging audiences about agricultural issues, practices, and trends. The award also recognizes the journalist’s potential to influence public perception and policy on agriculture and inspire the next generation of farmers and agribusiness leaders.
The judges are looking for:
- Articles, reports, research and or documentaries
- Agriculture and Agribusiness support and coverage
BEST AGRICULTURE/AGRIBUSINESS STUDENT AWARD
The Best Agriculture/Agribusiness Student Award recognizes an outstanding student in the field of agriculture or agribusiness who has demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, and potential for future contributions to the industry. The award acknowledges the student’s commitment to learning and professional development, as well as their involvement in extracurricular activities, research, and community service related to agriculture or agribusiness. The award also recognizes the student’s potential to become a future leader and innovator in the agricultural industry.
The judges are looking for:
- Creativity
- Capacity building
- Solving an agribusiness problem
- interest to solve problems with marketing current production.
BEST ADVOCACY AWARD
The Best Advocacy Award recognizes an individual or organization that has demonstrated exceptional leadership and impact in advocating for agricultural issues, policies, and practices. The award acknowledges the advocate’s dedication to raising awareness and generating support for agriculture, as well as their ability to mobilize and engage diverse stakeholders, such as farmers, policymakers, consumers, and civil society organizations. The award also recognizes the advocate’s potential to influence public perception and policy on agriculture and contribute to sustainable agricultural development.
The judges are looking for:
- Policies that have been adopted and implemented
- Consistency
- How the organization collaborates with other institutions that come up with policies
- Significant Impact on Women in Agribusiness in Africa
BEST FARMER AWARD
The Best Farmer Award recognizes an exceptional woman who has demonstrated outstanding innovation, productivity, sustainability, and leadership in the agricultural industry. The award acknowledges the farmer’s dedication to adopting and promoting best practices in crop or livestock production, as well as their contribution to improving the economic, social, and environmental sustainability of their farm and community. The award also recognizes the farmer’s potential to inspire and educate other farmers and contribute to the advancement of the agricultural industry as a whole.
The judges are looking for:
- Community impact
- Achievement and Success in quality, productivity and profitability
- Mitigating Climate Change
- Working together to create sustainability
- Good Practices
BEST PACKAGING OF THE YEAR.
The Best Packaging of the Year Award recognizes a company or individual who has demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation, and sustainability in the design and production of packaging for agricultural products. The award acknowledges the winner’s commitment to developing packaging solutions that protect and preserve the quality and safety of agricultural products, while also minimizing their environmental impact. The award also recognizes the winner’s potential to inspire and influence other companies and individuals in the agricultural industry to adopt sustainable packaging practices.
The judges are looking for:
- Convenience
- Adaptability
- Security
- Aesthetics
- Dependability
- Status
AFRICAN AGRIBUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR
The African Agribusiness Woman of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding female entrepreneur in the African agribusiness sector who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact. The award acknowledges the woman’s dedication to creating and scaling a successful agribusiness that generates economic opportunities, promotes food security, and contributes to sustainable development in Africa. The award also recognizes the woman’s potential to inspire and mentor other women in agribusiness and contribute to the growth and transformation of the African agricultural sector.
The judges are looking for:
- Endurance
- Innovation
- Annual Turnover
- Efforts towards the promotion of agribusiness
- Consistency
- Partnership for goals with other businesses
- Number of Employees