Renewed Hope Smallholder Support and Value-Chain Fund (RH-SHF) 2026/2027
Call for Expressions of Interest: Renewed Hope Smallholder Support and Value-Chain Fund (RH-SHF) 2026/2027
Programme Overview
The Bank of Agriculture (BOA) invites competent and eligible Farmer Aggregator Companies (FACs), agricultural aggregators, and offtakers to apply for accreditation as aggregation partners under the Renewed Hope Smallholder Support and Value-Chain Fund (RH-SHF) for the 2026/2027 Dry Season Financing Cycle.
This strategic initiative is structured to bridge critical gaps in agricultural value chains by delivering affordable financing, certified inputs, technical support, and reliable market access directly to smallholder farmers across Nigeria.
Key Programme Details
Issuing Institution: Bank of Agriculture (BOA)
Financing Cycle: Dry Season 2026/2027
Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
Target Beneficiaries: Smallholder farmers mobilized and managed through accredited aggregators and offtakers.
Scope of Partnership & Role of Aggregators
Accredited aggregation partners act as vital intermediaries in the agricultural value chain. Selected partners will be responsible for:
Mobilizing and organizing smallholder farmer networks.
Distributing high-quality agricultural inputs for the dry season.
Overseeing production support and providing local extension services.
Aggregating harvested produce efficiently.
Facilitating structured market linkages and guaranteed off-take arrangements.
Available Support Packages
Through this fund, accredited partners and their respective farmer networks will gain access to:
Affordable Agricultural Credit: Tailored financing solutions to sustain dry-season farming operations.
Quality Farm Inputs: Access to certified seeds, high-grade fertilizers, and crop protection products.
Technical Assistance: Professional agricultural extension services and dedicated production support.
Guaranteed Markets: Established market linkages to secure profitable off-take of farm produce.
Eligibility Criteria
This funding opportunity is open to entities operating within the Nigerian agricultural sector, specifically:
Registered Farmer Aggregator Companies (FACs) seeking official BOA accreditation.
Established agricultural aggregators with active networks of smallholder farmers.
Commercial offtakers requiring structured financial support to empower their farmer networks for the dry season.
Application Guidelines
Interested and qualified applicants should carefully review the operational requirements and submit their documentation through the official channels:
Application Portal: Official BOA Programme Website (Please visit the portal to access guidelines and submission forms)
Deadline for Submission: 2 November 2026
Official Enquiries
For technical support, inquiries, or additional information regarding the application process, please contact the Bank of Agriculture customer support desk:
Telephone: 0700 220 1230
Email: customerservice@boanig.com
Action Required: Eligible agricultural aggregators and offtakers are strongly encouraged to review the criteria and submit their applications well ahead of the 2 November 2026 deadline to secure accreditation for the upcoming dry season cycle.
