If you’re a young farmer in Kenya – whether you’re already tilling the soil on your family’s plot, dreaming of scaling up your agribusiness, or looking for a way out of unemployment after secondary school – this is your moment.
The TAGDev 2.0 Programme offers 2026/2027 academic year scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students in agriculture-related fields at institutions like Egerton University and the University of Eldoret.
Funded by the Mastercard Foundation and RUFORUM, these fellowships target economically disadvantaged, academically talented African youths, with a strong focus on female applicants, refugees, and persons with disabilities.
Egerton University
Egerton University +4Key Details for TAGDev 2.0 Scholarship 2026/2027:Application Deadline: The deadline is May 1st, 2026.Eligible Institutions: Egerton University (Kenya), University of Eldoret (Kenya), Gulu University (Uganda), Uganda Martyrs University (Uganda), Africa University (Zimbabwe), and others.
Egerton University, one of Kenya’s oldest and most respected institutions in agricultural education, has opened its doors wider than ever through the TAGDev 2.0 programme.
The university is calling for scholarship applications for the 2026/2027 academic year, specifically designed to equip young women and men like you with cutting-edge skills, entrepreneurial mindsets, and real-world solutions to the challenges facing smallholder farming today.
Why This Scholarship Matters for Young Farmers Like You
Egerton University has a proud legacy of driving innovation in agriculture. As a key partner in TAGDev 2.0, the university isn’t just offering degrees – it’s investing in Kenya’s future by skilling at least 10,500 young people, creating work opportunities that will touch 25,000 young women and men, supporting the launch of 75 new agricultural startups, and validating and scaling at least 15 climate-adaptive technologies that will directly benefit 68,500 smallholder farmers across the country.
On top of that, the programme aims to plant at least 950,000 trees, helping restore the environment while building resilient farming systems.These aren’t just numbers on paper.
They represent real opportunities for young farmers to move from subsistence to successful, sustainable enterprises. Whether you’re facing unpredictable weather, struggling to access markets, or wondering how to turn your passion for the land into a profitable business, these scholarships are tailored to give you the tools, knowledge, and networks to thrive.The university is especially committed to inclusivity.
Scholarships are open to marginalized groups, including persons with disabilities, refugees, and out-of-school youth. If you’ve ever felt that higher education was out of reach, Egerton University is sending a clear message: agriculture needs your voice, your ideas, and your energy.
Eligible Programmes That Will Transform Your Farming Future
The scholarships cover the following high-impact programmes at Egerton University:Undergraduate (Bachelor of Science)
- Agriculture
- Natural Resources Management
- Animal Science
Postgraduate (Master of Science)
- Horticulture
- Agribusiness Management
- Food Science
These programmes blend classroom learning with experiential, hands-on approaches and strong industry partnerships. You’ll gain practical skills in climate-smart farming, value addition, agribusiness, natural resource conservation, and food systems – exactly what Kenya’s agricultural sector needs right now. Graduates don’t just get a certificate; they emerge ready to launch startups, advise fellow farmers, or lead innovations that improve livelihoods for thousands.
Clear Pathways to Entry – Designed for Real StudentsFor Bachelor of Science programmes, you need to meet Egerton University’s standard admission requirements (as per the 2023 Statutes).
Here’s what that looks like for the two most popular programmes among young farmers:Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Minimum KCSE mean grade of C+ (or equivalent)
- Strong passes in: C+ in Mathematics, C+ in English, C+ in Biology (or B in Biological Sciences), C+ in Chemistry (or B in Physical Sciences)
- Diploma holders with at least a Credit in a relevant field from a recognized institution are also welcome
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management
- Minimum KCSE mean grade of C+
- Required subject clusters: C+ in Biology/Biological Sciences, C in Agriculture/Commerce/Business Studies (or C+ in Geography), C in Chemistry/Physical Science, and C in Mathematics
- Outstanding Diploma holders in Range Management, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, Wildlife, or related fields are encouraged to apply
These requirements are straightforward and recognize both strong KCSE performers and those who have already gained practical experience through diplomas or farm work.
Your Call to Action
Young farmers, the future of Kenya’s agriculture is in your hands – and Egerton University is ready to invest in you. Whether you want to master climate-adaptive crop production, build a thriving agribusiness, manage natural resources sustainably, or add value to what you grow, these scholarships can be your launchpad.
Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year are now open. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by.
Visit Egerton University’s official channels or the TAGDev 2.0 programme page to learn more about the application process, deadlines, and full eligibility details.This is more than a scholarship. It’s a chance to join a movement that is skilling thousands, creating jobs, launching startups, and securing a greener, more prosperous Kenya – one young farmer at a time.Your farm. Your future. Your scholarship.
Apply today and become part of the solution Kenya’s agriculture desperately needs.
