Agropreneur NextGen Grant Applications Open, Assistance Up To RM50,000

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Applications opened today for the Agropreneur NextGen grant programme, an initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) that provides assistance of up to RM50,000 to attract greater youth participation in the national agro-food sector.

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the programme was also introduced as a strategic government initiative to expand agricultural projects in the crop, livestock and fisheries sectors.

“This programme was established to attract more youths to start or expand projects in the crop, livestock and fisheries sectors in a more structured, sustainable and competitive manner.

“What is interesting is that through this new branding, Agropreneur NextGen provides grant assistance in the form of goods to support project requirements, whether at the start-up or expansion stage,” he said in a Facebook post.

According to Mohamad, under the Start-Up category, assistance of up to RM30,000 is provided, while the Scale-Up category is eligible for assistance of up to RM50,000, depending on the needs and scope of the project implemented.

He said the application process for the grant had also been simplified, involving only three steps: account registration on the eGAN portal, completion of the application form and submission for evaluation by the supervising department.

“What’s even better is that applications are now open throughout the year. Youths can plan, prepare and apply according to their own suitability, without having to wait for a specific season,” he added.

Further information on the programme and the registration form can be obtained through the official channels of the Department of Agriculture Malaysia at https://t.me/mydoa_hq/2277.

-- BERNAMA