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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysTOEM318

Training on Export Marketing & Global Agribusiness Opportunities

Learn export marketing in 5 days. Gain skills in trade compliance, logistics, and global agribusiness opportunities for farm products.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

Agribusiness today extends beyond local markets. This course equips participants with skills to access international markets, meet export standards, and position agricultural products globally.

Participants will explore export marketing strategies, trade compliance, logistics, certifications, and international buyer negotiations. The focus is on helping farmers and agribusinesses compete in global markets.

Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend

  • Exporters & traders

  • Agribusiness owners

  • Cooperative leaders

  • Trade officers

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Understand export marketing processes

  • Comply with global trade standards

  • Build capacity for international trade

  • Identify global agribusiness opportunities

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Agricultural Exports

  • Global demand for agricultural products

  • Benefits & challenges of exporting

  • Export market trends

  • Case Study: Success of a local export agribusiness

Module 2: Export Standards & Certifications

  • International trade standards (GLOBALG.A.P., Fairtrade, Organic)

  • Food safety compliance

  • Certification processes

  • Exercise: Evaluate product readiness for certification

Module 3: Export Marketing Strategies

  • Positioning agricultural products globally

  • Branding for export markets

  • Marketing channels for exporters

  • Practical: Draft an export marketing plan

Module 4: Export Logistics & Trade Procedures

  • Customs clearance & documentation

  • Shipping & freight forwarding

  • Trade finance and insurance

  • Exercise: Create an export documentation checklist

Module 5: Exploring Global Agribusiness Opportunities

  • Trade blocs & regional markets (EAC, COMESA, EU)

  • Identifying niche international markets

  • Building relationships with international buyers

  • Case Study: Penetrating EU horticulture markets

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

  • Access to regional & international markets

  • Higher revenues through exports

  • Improved competitiveness in global trade

Personal Impact

  • Export marketing knowledge

  • Ability to navigate trade procedures

  • Confidence in dealing with global buyers

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

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To teach you how to identify and penetrate international markets for agricultural products, enabling you to build a successful export business.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Export Marketing & Global Agribusiness Opportunities in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.