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We have gathered information about a wide range of scholarships to help you fund your study or training in areas relevant to our food &amp; fibre sectors.&nbsp;Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure that information is current and correct. But please contact the appropriate scholarship provider before making an application, as details change frequently. Any amendments or additions please contact Suzy Newman, Agricultural and Horticultural Science Advisor, email: s.newman@stpauls.school.nz

Southern North Island Wood Council Scholarship

Open to people enrolling in full time relevant industry tertiary study; or an employee within the industry who aspires to further training.

Helen Graham Charitable Trust (in conjunction with The Thomas Bevan Family Charitable Trust)

Open to current students of Horowhenua College, Waiopehu College, Manawatu College or Otaki College intending to study towards a career in&nbsp;either horticulture, forestry, fishing, veterinary or environmental science.

Fonterra Massey University Food Technology Scholarship

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The Fonterra Research and Development Centre Undergraduate Food Technology Scholarship is offering up to nine scholarships. The scholarship duration is four years, and you will receive specialised mentorship from Fonterra throughout your study. The value of the award is a stipend of $5,000 per annum plus two paid internships at the approximate value of $11,000 each. Who we are looking for: You will be enrolling to study in the first year of the Bachelor of Food Technology with Honours at Massey next year. You will have a passion for food technology and innovation and are interested in paid summer internships at the Fonterra Research and Development Centre. Eligibility criteria: - entering the first year of a Bachelor of Food Technology with Honours - a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident - studying full time
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For students enrolled in their first year of a Bachelor of Food Technology with Honours at Massey University.

 

Fonterra Massey University Pasifika Undergraduate Scholarship

This opportunity, valued at up to $65,000 for the scholarship duration (4 years), includes specialised mentorship from both the Office of Pacific Success, Massey University, and from Fonterra to support recipients to succeed in their study.Who we're looking for We're looking for a first-year Pasifika student who is of good character and is actively engaged in the community. You will be committed to acting as a role model in supporting Pasifika students in STEM.<div class="rich-text">
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This is an undergraduate scholarship. You will be studying science or technology and be interested in partaking in a paid summer internship at the Fonterra Research and Development Centre.
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- You will be:entering the first year of your degree - a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident - studying fulltime - of Pacific heritage
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For Pasifika students enrolled in their first year of undergraduate studies at Massey University in a science or technology degree

Fonterra Massey University Food Technology Undergraduate Scholarship (Māori)

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This opportunity, valued at up to $65,000 for the scholarship duration (4 years), includes specialised mentorship from both the Te Rau Tauawhi, Massey University, and from Fonterra to support recipients to succeed in their study. The value of the award is a stipend of $5,000 per annum plus a paid internship each year at the approximate value of $11,000. <a href="https://youtu.be/vL5rtG8A_1M?si=NCRv3VuzpWDtUDcc">Learn more about our summer internships and where they can take you</a>.
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<h2 class="as-h3">Who we're looking for</h2>
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We're looking for a first-year student with whakapapa Māori and knowledge of iwi connections who is of good character and is actively engaged in the community. You will have a desire to contribute to Māori advancement and initiatives related to studies.
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<h2 class="as-h3">What you'll be studying</h2>
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This is an undergraduate scholarship. You will be studying a Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) and be interested in partaking in some paid summer internships at the Fonterra Research and Development Centre.
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You will be: - entering the first year of your degree - a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident with whakapapa Māori - studying full time
You will have knowledge of iwi connections and have a desire to contribute to Māori advancement and initiatives related to studies.
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For Māori students enrolling in their first year of a Bachelor of Food Technology with Honours undergraduate studies at Massey University.

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The Opportunity: This opportunity, valued at up to $65,000 for the scholarship duration (4 years), includes specialised mentorship from both the Te Rau Tauawhi, Massey University, and from Fonterra to support recipients to succeed in their study. The value of the award is a stipend of $5,000 per annum plus a paid internship each year at the approximate value of $11,000. <a href="https://youtu.be/vL5rtG8A_1M?si=NCRv3VuzpWDtUDcc">Learn more about our summer internships and where they can take you</a>. Who we're looking for: We're looking for a first-year student with whakapapa Māori and knowledge of iwi connections who is of good character and is actively engaged in the community. You will have a desire to contribute to Māori advancement and initiatives related to studies.
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This is an undergraduate scholarship. You will be studying a Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) and be interested in partaking in some paid summer internships at the Fonterra Research and Development Centre. 
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Colliers Rural and Agribusiness Valuation Scholarship

Open to students at Lincoln University entering their third or fourth year of study towards a degree specialising in Valuation.

OneFortyOne Scholarship Programme

Open to students considering a course relevant to the Forestry Sector.

AGRIFUTURES Scholarship

Agri Futures, in collaboration with the New Zealand Rural Games Trust, is proud to offer up to five&nbsp;$1,000&nbsp;scholarships to support tertiary education costs for students from a rural background whose school has participated in the Clash of the Colleges, or a rural sports athlete.

Jeff Farm Cadetship

Open to students aged 16-20 years, in at least their 3rd year of secondary school, who wish to undertake a career in farming.

UC School of Forestry High Achievers Award (Incoming First-Year Scholarship)

The purpose of this scholarship is to recognise and support high-achieving students entering their first year of the Bachelor of Forestry Science (BForSc) degree programme at the University of Canterbury. Number of Scholarships available annually:&nbsp;Up to five, with one of the scholarships being reserved for a Māori or Pasifika student

Lincoln University Ahuwhenua Scholarship

Open to school leaver students of Māori descent enrolled in an&nbsp;undergraduate or sub-degree study in the Agricultural, mahinga kai or organics field at Lincoln University.

Mazzetta Scholarship

Open to students of Māori descent looking to advance their&nbsp;education&nbsp;in the fishery sector.&nbsp;

Mary Sutherland Scholarship

Open to students enrolled for a forestry or forestry-related course at a New Zealand Polytechnic.

Nuffield New Zealand Farming Scholarship

Each year up to five scholarships are awarded to New Zealand citizen, New Zealand permanent residency status individuals&nbsp;with backgrounds ranging from farming, growing, industry bodies, catchment groups, agricultural research, food and fibre innovations hubs.&nbsp;They are bold, curious, innovative, perceptive and community-minded individualsScholarship candidates have a desire to hold positions of greater influence in their field and seek to give back to their industries and rural communities. Receiving a Nuffield Farming Scholarship is the beginning of a unique learning experience. It is a unique, experiential scholarship journey difficult to replicate in any other way. It is an experience many refer to as life-changing.

The Nuffield New Zealand Farming Scholarship is one of the most valued awards in New Zealand’s primary sector. It is a highly regarded rural leadershi…

Pukemiro Station Cadetship Programme

Open to driven, hard working students that want to develop their skills and gain the qualifications they need to have a successful career in the agriculture industry.

Coleridge Downs Cadetship

Open to dedicated young people, with NCEA Level 2, who have a passion for the High Country, and the associated lifestyle.

Smedley Station & Cadet Training Farm

Open to students between 16 and 20 years of age and studying in at least their third year of secondary education, who aspire to a career in farming and agribusiness.

New Zealand Institute of Forestry Undergraduate Scholarship

Open to students enrolled in a forestry or forestry-related degree at a New Zealand university.

Otago-Southland (Forestry) Award

Open to students undertaking a research project of&nbsp;relevance to forestry in the Otago-Southland region.

GRASSROOTS DAIRY GRADUATE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

The Grassroots Dairy Management Graduate Programme was created to provide a pathway for recent university graduates to participate in a professionally run graduate programme. Established by university graduates themselves, the programme has been designed to give recent graduates the opportunity to learn and grow faster than what the normal industry pathway provides.

For recent graduates who are ambitious and motivated to activate their dairy farming career.

David Levene Foundation Bursaries

Open to students undertaking full-time study towards a Bachelors of AgriScience, AgriCommerce, Science, Information Science or Technology at Massey University, and who would otherwise be unable to study due to financial hardship.

Regina Rudland Memorial Scholarship

Open to a&nbsp;full-time Māori student of Ngāti Porou descent, undertaking study in the field of Agriculture or Apiculture at Level 3 or higher.&nbsp;

John Mowbray Howard Tripp Agricultural Scholarship

Open to students from the Canterbury region who are enrolled in a degree related to the land-based industries at Lincoln University.

Sparling Environmental Travel Award

Open to post graduate students at the University of Waikato undertaking research in the areas of environmental studies, natural sciences, or agricultural sciences.

Frank Sydenham Trust Scholarship

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<li>Available to full-time Māori undergraduate students studying in the field of Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Veterinary/Animal Science. Eligibility- Applicants must:</li>
<li>be of New Zealand Māori descent;</li>
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<li>be enrolled at a New Zealand tertiary institute in 2024;</li>
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<li>be attending&nbsp;full-time&nbsp;study for the&nbsp;full year;</li>
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<li>meet the criteria for the scholarships applied for;</li>
<li>submit the application and supporting documentation on time.</li>
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Available to full-time Māori undergraduate students studying in the field of Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Veterinary/Animal Science.

Frank Hutchinson Postgraduate Scholarship

Open to students enrolled for a forestry or forestry related postgraduate degree at a New Zealand University.

Lone Star Farms Scholarship

Open to students studying towards a&nbsp;Diploma in Farm Management or an Agricultural degree at Lincoln University.

Graham Chalmers Allen Memorial Scholarship in Veterinary Science

Open to undergraduate or postgraduate veterinary science students with a passion for horses.

FMG Financial Adviser Rural Scholarship

Working with our preferred providers Fidelity Life, we’re offering two rural scholarships through their Career connect programme. It’s designed to help applicants gain qualifications and acquire the necessary skills to become a successful financial adviser.Having supported, and been part of rural communities for generations, we see the importance of offering valuable risk and financial advice to farmers and growers. The scholarships are designed to support applicants with a rural connection to become financial advisers.<div>To be eligible, you must:</div><ul>
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<div>be committed to becoming a financial adviser</div>
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<div>not have started or have gained your level 5 qualification</div>
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<div>be at least 21 years old, or hold a graduate diploma</div>
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Career connect from Fidelity Life is a programme designed to help you gain qualifications and acquire the necessary skills to become a successful fina…

Vet Services (HB) Ltd Scholarship

Open to&nbsp;fourth year Bachelor of Veterinary Science students with an interest in all aspects of rural practice (production animals, equine and companion animals) or with an interest in excellent companion animal medicine and surgery.

New Zealand Fruitgrowers Charitable Trust Postgraduate Scholarship 

This scholarship is awarded to a student undertaking postgraduate study specifically related to the fruit industry and provides $10,000 cash. Any questions regarding these scholarships should be sent to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:schols@hortnz.co.nz?subject=Horticulture%20Postgraduate%20Scholarships%202024">schols@hortnz.co.nz</a>

Every year Horticulture New Zealand and the New Zealand Fruitgrowers Charitable Trust each offer one scholarship to a postgraduate student studying in…

Bush and Southern Hawkes Bay District Veterinary Club Study Grant

Open to fourth year Bachelor of Veterinary Science students who have an interest in rural large animal practice.

Eltham District Veterinary Services Michael Higham Memorial Scholarship

Open to fourth-year Bachelor of Veterinary Science students interested in large animal veterinary science.&nbsp;

Agricultural Tertiary Bursaries

Open to students studying a veterinary or agricultural degree at a tertiary institution in New Zealand.

Sustainable Land Use Initiative (SLUI) Scholarship for any applicable student

Open to students entering undergraduate study at Massey University, who want to study soil science and farm management as part of their degree.

Sustainable Land Use (SLU) Advanced Scholarship for postgraduate students

Open to honours, postgraduate and masters students at Massey University, studying at post graduate level to research topics of relevance to Horizons Regional Councils SLUI programme.

Sustainable Land Use (SLU) Advanced Scholarship for Year 3 and postgraduate students

Open to students in their third year, honours year, or Masters at Massey University, specialising in soil science, land use mapping, and land management.

Up to two scholarships of $5000 each may be awarded, for a tenure of one year. Students can be third year or postgraduate/honours/masters students. St…

Haane Manahi Memorial Scholarship

Open to Ngati Whakaue descendents wishing to further their education in forestry, farming or trades at any tertiary provider.

Horticulture NZ Industry Trainee Scholarships

Open to industry students and trainees who have a special interest in the fruit or vegetable industry, and are undergoing significant industry training or education with a vocational provider.&nbsp;

Ted Delahunty Accountancy/Agribusiness Bursary

Open to&nbsp;a third-year undergraduate student studying accountancy or agribusiness, who is facing financial hardship.

Ted Delahunty Agribusiness Scholarship

Open to final year students enrolled in the Bachelor of Agribusiness at Massey University.

Horticulture New Zealand Scholarship

At the conference, successful applicants will hear from renowned leaders and experts from within the horticulture industry, attend workshops, and have the opportunity to network with growers and industry representatives. The value of $1,500 covers the costs of flights accommodation and conference registration.Nine of these are awarded to applicants from each of New Zealand's growing regions (one applicant from each region will be selected) as follows:<ul>
<li>Northland</li>
<li>Auckland/Waikato&nbsp;</li>
<li>Bay of Plenty&nbsp;</li>
<li>Tairawhiti Gisborne&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hawke’s Bay&nbsp;</li>
<li>Lower North Island&nbsp;</li>
<li>Tasman (including Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Canterbury&nbsp;</li>
<li>Otago and Southland&nbsp;</li>
</ul>The remaining four Horticulture Undergraduate Scholarships will be awarded nationally. Any questions regarding these scholarships should be sent to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:schols@hortnz.co.nz?subject=Horticulture%20Undergraduate%20Scholarships%20">schols@hortnz.co.nz</a>

There are 13 Horticulture New Zealand scholarships available.
The Horticulture New Zealand scholarship allows successful applicants to attend the 2025…

Anexa Vets Study Grant

Open to fourth-year Bachelor of Veterinary Science students who are interested in large animal production medicine.&nbsp;

Mazetta Scholarship

The Mazzetta Scholarships aim is to support registered Ngāi Tahu whānau and other Māori in their career development in the fishing and/or seafood industry. This includes (but is not limited to) commercial fishing and processing, marine biology, aquaculture, marine science, sea fisheries and freshwater fisheries. Eligibility: - be of Māori descent (non-Ngāi Tahu may apply); - be enroled in an NZQA Tertiary level study or international equivalent; - be engaged in or seeking to engage in the fishing or seafood industry; - be seeking to advance their education in the fishing or seafood industry, preferably in areas related to commercial fishing and processing.

The Mazzetta Scholarships aim is to support registered Ngāi Tahu whānau and other Māori in their career development in the fishing and/or seafood indu…

Horticulture Postgraduate Scholarship

These scholarships support students undertaking postgraduate study focused on innovation and tackling challenges critical to the horticulture industry's future success. This scholarship awarded to a student undertaking postgraduate study in horticulture or a related field and provides $10,000 cash.

Every year Horticulture New Zealand offer one scholarship to a postgraduate student studying in New Zealand.

Kaitiaki o te Ngahere Scholarship

Open to students undertaking a course of study in a forestry discipline, with priority given to students with a connection to the land on which Kaingaroa Timberlands holds forestry licences and who have resided in the central North Island.

Atihau-Ravensdown Scholarship

Open to children of Atihau Whanganui Incorporation shareholders to undertake an agricultural or horticultural degree.

Mangatu Blocks Incorporation-Ravensdown Scholarship

Open to children of Mangatu Blocks shareholders to undertake an agricultural or horticultural degree.

Tahora-Ravensdown Scholarship

Open to children of Tahora shareholders to undertake an agricultural or horticultural degree at either Lincoln, Waikato, or Massey University.

Animal & Plant Health NZ (formerly AGCARM) Agricultural Scholarship

This is an undergraduate scholarship for a student that is studying full-time, who&nbsp;wants to pursue a career in sustainable crop and animal production or related agribusiness sectors. You will be studying one of these programmes:<ul>
<li>Bachelor of Agricultural Science</li>
<li>Bachelor of Horticultural Science</li>
<li>Bachelor of Agribusiness</li>
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This is an undergraduate scholarship for a student that is studying full-time, who wants to pursue a career in sustainable crop and animal production …

Animal & Plant Health NZ (formerly AGCARM) Veterinary Scholarship

Open to&nbsp;students&nbsp;studying full-time in their third year of a Bachelor of Veterinary Science.

Don Linklater Memorial Bursary

Open to students from the Horizons Region&nbsp;studying in areas relevant to Horizons Regional Council's work.

FMG Agriculture Scholarship

Each year we help two promising agriculture students starting their first year at university. FMG's agriculture scholarship provides.If you're passionate about starting your career in the agriculture industry, can maintain a B- average, and are looking to study one of the following areas (or something similar) with an agriculture focus, apply now.

Murray King Montford Trimble Foundation Scholarship

Open to Wairarapa students currently undertaking a degree in soil conservation, sustainable land management, integrated catchment, or natural ecosystem management at a New Zealand university.

Henry Marfell Trust Scholarship

Open to students from New Plymouth Boys High School who have completed at least one year at University in a course leading to a degree or diploma in agriculture or veterinary science

The John Perrin Scholarship

Open to students studying agriculture or related science at either Lincoln, Massey or Waikato University.

Big Deer Tour

Open to&nbsp;students studying toward completing a master's or degree in an&nbsp;agricultural-related discipline that will lead to a qualification appropriate to employment in the agricultural sector.

RDK Agricultural Engineering Scholarship

Open to students in their final year of study (Bachelor's or Honours), with at least one course in agricultural engineering

Charles and Ella Elgar Trust Bursaries

Open to students who are discharged servicemen, or the children of discharged servicemen, studying agriculture.

Craigmore Sustainables Postgraduate Scholarship

Open to postgraduate students (Honours/Masters, PhD) enrolled at Lincoln University, with an agriculture or agricultural area research project.

E.P. Parcell Memorial Scholarship

Open to students from the Southland region, undertaking agricultural qualifications at Lincoln University.

UPL Limited Scholarship

Open to students undertaking a land-based degree or diploma with an interest in Horticultural, Plant or Soil Science, Arable Farming and Farm Management.

First Light Foods Scholarship

Open to first year students at Lincoln who have successfully completed a year of study towards any degree with a Supply Chain component.

Garden Marlborough Scholarship

Open to students undertaking a degree or diploma in either Landscape Architecture or Horticulture at Lincoln University, with a preference given to Marlborough region residents.

Gladys Grace Vale Bursary

Open to future or current students at Lincoln University to undertake a course in Horticulture.

Hine Rangi Trust (Northland) Scholarship

Open to students usually resident in Northland, who are in their final year of study at Lincoln University involving research that could be of benefit to Northland farmers and growers.

Kathleen Ann Stevens Scholarship

Open to graduates of Lincoln University to undertake postgraduate study into Animal or Wool Science.

Margaret Watling Scholarship

Open to students from the South Island to further their studies or obtain practical experience in a horticulture-related field at Lincoln University.

Nikolas Dow Memorial Scholarship

Open to students entering their first year of Viticulture and Oenology at Lincoln University.

Sir Turi Carroll Centennial Scholarship

Open to students of Maori descent who have completed the first year of a land-based degree at Lincoln University

William John Cartwright Trust Scholarship

Open to students who are enrolling for the first time in the first year of a Diploma in Farm Management or Horticultural Management at Lincoln University, and have resided in the South Canterbury region

Frank Sydenham Scholarship

Open to former students from schools within the statutory boundary of the Bay of Plenty Regional Council studying towards a post-graduate horticulture, agriculture, or forestry&nbsp;degree.

Peter Wallace Johnston Memorial Scholarship

Open to students studying an agricultural-related degree at Lincoln University.

PKW-Ballance Agri-Nutrients Undergraduate Scholarship

Open to whakapapa&nbsp;of at least one of the eight iwi of Taranaki.

PKW-Farmlands Undergraduate Scholarship

Open to whakapapa of Taranaki iwi who are enrolled in undergraduate studies (preference given to Agricultural studies).

Allan Gibson Accountancy Scholarship

Open to&nbsp;students wishing to become charted accountants, with an interest in rural, agricultural and/or agrifood industries, to complete their accountancy qualification through Massey University.

Burnett Research Scholarship

Open to&nbsp;students at Lincoln University undertaking research with a science focus that would benefit agricultural science in New Zealand.

John Reeves Memorial Scholarship

Open to students entering their final year of study towards a Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours degree at Lincoln University.

MacMillan Brown Agricultural Research Scholarship

Open to candidates for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy&nbsp;who wish to undertake research work in some problem bearing on agriculture or horticulture.

Northern Southland Veterinary Services Scholarship

Open to fourth-year veterinary science students who are interested in General Practice with an emphasis on large animal and/or production animal medicine.

Te Puke Veterinary Service Inc Scholarship

Open to&nbsp;students enrolled full time in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree in their fourth year of study with an interest in large animal health.

Kaingaroa Timberlands Kaitiaki o te Ngahere Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to students undertaking a course of study in a forestry discipline. Priority is given (but not limited) to students with a connection to the land on which Kaingaroa Timberlands holds forestry licences and who have resided in the central North Island. The scholarship covers the total cost of tuition fees for a period not exceeding four years. In addition to the scholarship, TIMBERLANDS' also offers work experience during semester breaks.

New Zealand Grassland Trust Levy Student Scholarship - Lincoln

Open to students from Lincoln University embarking on the second year of a Bachelor of Agriculture Degree or a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in the agricultural area.

New Zealand Grassland Trust Levy Student Scholarship - Massey

Open to students from Massey University embarking on the second year of a Bachelor of Agriculture Degree or a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in the agricultural area.

Horticulture Industry Training Scholarship

There are 30 Industry Training Scholarships available In 2025 HortNZ offered scholarships to the value of $500 for trainees active in the horticulture industry and are studying towards a certificate or diploma.A Selection Team will review applications and select scholarship recipients.The Selection Team will consider:<ul>
<li>Commitment to the horticulture industry</li>
<li>Potential contribution to the industry&nbsp;</li>
<li>Past achievements&nbsp;</li>
<li>Individual approach, qualities and skills</li>
<li>Referees’ comments.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
</ul>At the end of the year, HortNZ will seek verification that selected applicants have successfully completed their studies (this includes applicants who complete their study in July). Once successful completion is confirmed, the scholarship will be awarded to applicants early the following year. Any questions regarding these scholarships should be sent to schols@hortnz.co.nz

Each year HortNZ offers scholarships to New Zealand students who have a special interest in the commercial fruit and vegetable production sector and a…

Robert C Bruce Charitable Trust Research Grants

Open to postgraduate research&nbsp;directly related to forests and afforestation.

Scholarships to help you fund your future

JS Ewers Internship Programme

Closing Date: 31 Oct 2025

Horticulture New Zealand Scholarship

Closing Date: 1 Apr 2026