Friends of Project (FOPs)

The Collectif UGB Verte is an umbrella group for all clubs and players working in the environmental and social fields at UGB. Its mission is to raise awareness and protect the environment while contributing to the well-being of communities.

The Centre Interprofessionnel pour la Formation aux métiers de l'Agriculture is a training center specializing in capacity building for adults. The Center pursues the dual aim of professionalizing agriculture and promoting continuing education through 3 main missions: Training for managers of organizations, local elected officials and other professionals in the agricultural sector.

As a leading organisation dedicated to advancing agricultural extension practices in South Africa, we are committed to promoting the vital role of extension services in sustainable agricultural development.

Through our emphasis on professional development, knowledge sharing and collaboration, we strive to empower extension professionals to make a meaningful impact on the agricultural sector. The mission of SASAE is to promote the science and vocation of agricultural extension through its members. Our members consist of various people from the private, corporate and government sectors. SASAE has six branches: KwaZulu Natal, Free State, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape and Central Branch, which includes members from Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Gauteng and North West provinces.

Icehawassa is an Incubation Hub in Hawassa working on startups 

Hawassa Polytechnic College

Provide high-quality technical and vocational education and training, technology transfer, and industry extension service based on demand, driven to meet the needs of our trainees and other interested parties. The college recognises the importance of implementing a quality management system that conforms to ISO 21001:2018.

The Hawassa Agri. Research Centre (HARC) is an agricultural research organization located in the Sidama region of Ethiopia. It focuses on addressing agricultural challenges specific to the Sidama region and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The institute conducts research in areas such as crop production, livestock, soil conservation, and agricultural technologies that are suitable for the local environment and climate.

AAMUSTED is Ghana’s foremost Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and Entrepreneurship Teacher Education Institution. AAMUSTED is home to top-notch professionals who handle our expertly crafted TVET programmes and others including Languages and Business.

Dr. Benjamin Danso, the contact person, was very receptive to the meeting and what AGRIMOCKS could bring. He shared some ideas about what the future could look like after AGRIMOCKS - 'Twas great.

Wenchi College of Agriculture's mandates include but not limited to the training of prospective farmers, farmer-based organisations and community-based organisations in appropriate modern farming techniques and methods to enable them establish on their own farms and take responsibility as agribusiness practitioners for improved livelihood.

Mr. Bekalu Mesret is a young and dynamic leader with extensive experience in youth development, engagement, and community empowerment. As the President of the Hawassa City Youth Association, he successfully collaborated with diverse youth groups, fostering dialogue, participation, and leadership among young people. He is also the Founder and Executive Director of Meqrez Integrated Youth Development Organization (MIYDO), a youth-focused charity dedicated to empowering young people through personality development, leadership, and community-based initiatives.

In addition, he has served as a Personality Development Center Manager, roles through which he honed his skills in leadership, communication, and organizational management. His proven dedication, strong work ethic, and passion for empowering youth make him an excellent fit as a Friend of the AGRI MOCKS Project, supporting its mission of promoting intercultural collaboration, digital innovation, and green transition among young people in Africa and Europe.

Mr. Eskinder Birhanu Lire is a seasoned agripreneur with a diverse portfolio and a strong passion for advancing sustainable agricultural development in Ethiopia. He is the Founder and General Manager of Daee Bushu Animal Feed Production Enterprise, one of the largest animal feed producers in the Sidama region, where he leads business strategy, operations, product development, and market expansion.

He also serves as Vice General Manager of Loka Agro Industry, an emerging company engaged in cattle fattening, commercial poultry production, and agricultural investment, contributing his expertise in strategic planning, project management, and resource mobilization.

In addition, Mr. Eskinder is the Founder and Project Coordinator of SNSAP Ethiopia, a local non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Through SNSAP, he has championed initiatives such as soil acidity management, voluntary soil testing with free limestone supply, and farmer training in good agricultural practices across both livestock and crop production. His multifaceted leadership and commitment to sustainability make him a valuable supporter of the AGRI MOCKS Project and its mission of empowering youth through green and digital transitions in agriculture.