Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of business incubation in fostering entrepreneurship, particularly examining the discrepancies between perceived and actual services provided to agri-business units in India. Data were collected from 30 incubation centers and 450 agri-business units, focusing on management and financial assistance. Results indicate that incubation centers rate their services highly, whereas agri-business units express lower satisfaction, especially regarding management assistance and financial assistance. T-test and ANOVA results reveal significant perception gaps. Recommendations include improving communication, implementing regular feedback mechanisms, enhancing service quality, and ensuring better access to funding. Addressing these gaps is essential for the growth and sustainability of agri-business ventures in India, aligning incubation services with the needs of agripreneurs.