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Small Businesses Show Resilience During National Week
VideosMay 5

Small Businesses Show Resilience During National Week

During National Small Business Week, ADP celebrates 900,000 small business owners who turn passion into progress despite constant challenges. Their secret weapon? Simplifying operations to focus on what matters most.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Teacher Turns Flower Class Into Student-Run Business
Community HeroesJan 18

Teacher Turns Flower Class Into Student-Run Business

A Minnesota agriculture teacher won a national award for transforming her floral design course into a subscription service where students manage every aspect of the business. The program teaches real-world skills while funding classroom materials at no cost to students.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Family Business Wins UK's Top SME Award from George Clooney
SolutionsMay 10

Family Business Wins UK's Top SME Award from George Clooney

A British family business run by seven family members just won the UK's top small business award, presented by Hollywood star George Clooney. Champions Speakers built their success one booking at a time across 66 countries.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Nigeria and Thailand Partner on Agriculture Innovation
Solutions1d ago

Nigeria and Thailand Partner on Agriculture Innovation

Nigeria and Thailand signed groundbreaking agreements to strengthen agriculture and cooperative development, transforming how millions access farming knowledge and economic opportunity. The partnership connects youth, innovation, and business across two continents.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read
Zambia Launches $1M Fund for Agricultural Tech Startups
InnovationJun 22

Zambia Launches $1M Fund for Agricultural Tech Startups

Zambia's government is backing innovators with real money to turn agricultural breakthroughs, tourism apps, and manufacturing solutions into thriving businesses. The Technology Business Development Fund opens doors for entrepreneurs who've built prototypes and are ready to launch.

Google News - Innovation Technology3 min read
Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Award $18,750 in Scholarships
Acts of KindnessJun 14

Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Award $18,750 in Scholarships

Seventeen students pursuing agriculture careers just received scholarships totaling $18,750, proving that investing in the next generation of farmers and scientists is alive and well. The Association of Women in Agriculture celebrated these future leaders at their annual AWA Day program in April.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded3 min read
Costa Rica Small Business Registry Doubles in 4 Years
InnovationJul 11

Costa Rica Small Business Registry Doubles in 4 Years

Costa Rica's official small business registry has grown 97% since 2022, bringing more than 36,000 entrepreneurs into the formal economy. The shift gives thousands of business owners access to training, financing, and government support that can help them grow.

Tico Times Costa Rica2 min read
Victoria's Small Businesses Win Big With Diversity
SolutionsMar 11

Victoria's Small Businesses Win Big With Diversity

Small businesses across Victoria are discovering that cultural diversity isn't just good for communities—it's great for their bottom line. With over 290 languages spoken and 314 ancestries represented, Victorian businesses are turning multicultural connections into real competitive advantages.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
South Carolina Now Best State for New Business Success
SolutionsApr 16

South Carolina Now Best State for New Business Success

South Carolina has emerged as America's top state for keeping new businesses alive, with only 17.7% failing in their first year compared to the national average of 22.1%. The state welcomed over 3,000 more new businesses than it lost last year, proving entrepreneurs are finding fertile ground in the Palmetto State.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Latino Businesses Surge 65% in North Carolina
SolutionsMay 11

Latino Businesses Surge 65% in North Carolina

Latino entrepreneurs in North Carolina grew their business ownership by 65% in five years, creating 80,000 companies that generate $2.5 billion in revenue. From construction to real estate, these small businesses are becoming the backbone of local economies across the state.

Google News - Economic Growth3 min read
Germany's Free Pitch Camp Turns Food Ideas Into Businesses
Solutions4d ago

Germany's Free Pitch Camp Turns Food Ideas Into Businesses

A free entrepreneurship program in Germany is helping anyone with a food or agriculture idea turn it into a real business, no experience needed. Students, graduates, and professionals get expert coaching and a chance to pitch in Frankfurt.

Google News - Germany Innovation3 min read
Kenya Launches Climate Training to Help Businesses Adapt
SolutionsMay 27

Kenya Launches Climate Training to Help Businesses Adapt

Kenya just unveiled Africa's first national curriculum to train businesses how to use weather data in their decisions. The program equips companies in agriculture, energy, finance, insurance, and tech with skills to turn climate forecasts into action as extreme weather threatens their operations.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
5 Women Build Million-Dollar Rural Businesses in India
Acts of KindnessApr 27

5 Women Build Million-Dollar Rural Businesses in India

Five women entrepreneurs across rural India have built thriving multi-crore businesses from scratch without any external funding. From vermicompost to camel milk, they're creating jobs, training thousands, and proving that powerful ventures can start in villages.

The Better India2 min read
Women Beekeepers Are Reshaping South African Agriculture
Community HeroesMay 22

Women Beekeepers Are Reshaping South African Agriculture

Two South African women are building thriving beekeeping businesses while training dozens of other women to do the same. Their work is creating income, transferring knowledge, and proving that agricultural entrepreneurship can start with just a few hives.

Daily Maverick3 min read
Tanzania Businesses Turn Waste Into Jobs and Green Future
SolutionsJan 19

Tanzania Businesses Turn Waste Into Jobs and Green Future

Tanzania's business community just launched a bold climate policy that's already creating jobs by turning agricultural waste into valuable products. Young entrepreneurs are proving that protecting the planet and growing the economy can happen at the same time.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Brazil: Women Now Lead 42% of New Small Businesses
Acts of KindnessJul 7

Brazil: Women Now Lead 42% of New Small Businesses

Women entrepreneurs are reshaping Brazil's economy, launching 42% of all new small businesses and expanding far beyond traditional industries into tech, consulting, and digital innovation. Education, digital tools, and e-commerce are making it easier than ever for women to build competitive businesses.

Google News - Brazil Innovation2 min read
Oklahoma City Named Top 5 State to Start a Business in 2026
SolutionsJun 19

Oklahoma City Named Top 5 State to Start a Business in 2026

Oklahoma has earned recognition as one of the top five states to launch a small business in 2026, fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and strong community support. Local business leaders are sharing proven strategies to help new ventures thrive for the long haul.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Women Now Fill Nearly Half of India's Agriculture Schools
Global NewsApr 3

Women Now Fill Nearly Half of India's Agriculture Schools

India's agricultural universities have seen enrollments double in recent years, with women now making up nearly 50% of students. A new generation is transforming farming from a fallback career into a field of innovation and entrepreneurship.

The Better India3 min read
Ghana Awards 10 Small Businesses Tree Crops Funding
SolutionsFeb 12

Ghana Awards 10 Small Businesses Tree Crops Funding

Ten small businesses in Ghana just won matching grants to grow their tree crops operations and reach global markets. The funding helps them buy equipment, get certified, and build stronger cashew and oil palm industries.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Vietnamese Women Now Lead 20% of Nation's Businesses
Global NewsMar 6

Vietnamese Women Now Lead 20% of Nation's Businesses

Vietnamese women are reshaping the country's economy, holding nearly a third of leadership positions and owning one in five businesses. Their shift from workforce to boardroom is driving sustainable growth across Vietnam.

Regional: vietnam economic growth (VN)2 min read

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