Agroforestry Accelerator Program: Applications Now Open!
- Jul 15
- 1 min read
The Food Finance Institute’s free 6-month Agroforestry Accelerator Program helps US-based farm and non-farm entrepreneurs scale value-added perennial businesses through expert financial coaching, peer cohorts, and investor pitch preparation.
Accelerate Your Agroforestry Business: From Seed to Shelf
The Agroforestry Accelerator Program—presented by the Food Finance Institute (FFI) in partnership with the Savanna Institute and the Agroforestry Coalition—is a free, 6-month cohort designed to build profitable agroforestry brands and processing enterprises across the United States. Open to both farm and non-farm entrepreneurs, this intensive program helps participants bridge the gap between ecological perennial production and financial viability.
What the Program Offers:
Comprehensive Training: Deep dives into foundational agribusiness finance, operational development, supply chain optimization, and retail strategy (sales, e-commerce, and branding).
1-on-1 & Peer Support: Regular expert coaching sessions combined with biweekly cohort meetings to refine business models alongside fellow perennial entrepreneurs.
Investor Readiness: Technical guidance on financial planning, accounting, and raising equity, culminating in a live investor pitch presentation.
Who Should Apply?
The Agroforestry Accelerator Program is intended for entrepreneurs and businesses that are:
Producing agroforestry crops or ingredients
Developing value-added agroforestry products
Processing agroforestry products
Building consumer brands that utilize agroforestry ingredients
Expanding nursery businesses that provide planting stock for agroforestry systems
Working to strengthen agroforestry supply chains and market opportunities
Whether you are just beginning to commercialize a product or are looking to scale an established business, the Accelerator provides practical tools, expert guidance, and a network of peers committed to business growth.
