About Us

About Us

A very warm welcome to BOAT ( Bicton Overseas Agricultural Trust). BOAT is a registered Charity which was formed in 1991 by a group of Devon farmers and the Principal of Bicton College who wanted to help people from developing

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The Course

The Course

Discussions are underway to establish training via MS TEAMs with lead farmers and BOAT Alumni or encourage groups to visit relevant training establishments/institutions in East Africa. More details to follow idc.

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Friends of BOAT

Friends of BOAT

Friends of BOAT  is a group of people who are active supporters of BOAT and organise various fundraising and social events. The Trustees are very appreciative of their ongoing support and look forward to their involvement in future in helping

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What our Delegates say

The course has accorded me long term opportunities and benefits through development of personal leadership, communication and personal effectiveness skills besides business planning skills among others.

Blessings Kambombo Project Manager, Concern Universal, Msamala Sustainable Energy Project.

The course is very relevant and practical, I am now confidently taking up more responsibilities because of the course. The skills amassed are necessary for me to lead, manage and motivate people to achieve results.

Smorden Tomoka Project Manager, Concern Universal, Dedza, Malawi

Fred Harper

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of BOATs ex chairman Prof Fred Harper who died on Saturday 28th January 2023 after a long illness bravely and stoically endured.

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Fred Harper

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