FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Explore the range of scholarships designed to support students and aspiring professionals in horticulture, botany, and plant production. Whether you're starting your studies or advancing your career, these opportunities can help you gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in New Zealand’s vibrant plant production industry.
Education Scholarships
Horticulture & Agriculture Teachers Association: The Horticulture and Agriculture Training Association (HATA) provides a comprehensive list of scholarships available for students pursuing studies in horticulture, agriculture, and related fields across New Zealand. This platform allows users to search for scholarships by region, tertiary institution, and closing date to find opportunities that suit their educational goals. More info: HATA website.
Ministry for Primary Industries: MPI scholarships of $5,000 are awarded to tertiary students interested in working as on-farm advisers in the primary sector. More info: MPI website.
Horticentre Trust: The Horticentre Trust offers undergrad and postgrad scholarships to students enrolled in horticulture, viticulture, or agriculture-related courses. The trust supports those who are keen to pursue careers in these industries, including plant production when it involves fruit and vegetable plants. Eligibility depends on the particular scholarship. More info: Horticentre Trust website.
Rural Women New Zealand: Rural Women New Zealand offers a range of bursaries to support young women pursuing education in agriculture, horticulture, and other rural-related fields. These bursaries are designed to help women advance their careers and contribute to the growth of rural communities. More info: Rural Women NZ website.
Professional Development Scholarships
NZPPI Fraser Award: In 2022, NZPPI established the Carol Fraser Industry Training Award (Fraser Award) in memory of Carol Fraser who founded Growing Spectrum nursery with her husband Peter. This biennial scholarship continues Carol’s educational legacy through its support of those outstanding individuals who have a passion for plants, for training and education, and for the plant production industry. More info: NZPPI website.
Nuffield New Zealand: The Nuffield Farming Scholarship offers New Zealand’s emerging agricultural leaders the opportunity to travel, study, and explore global farming practices, with a focus on leadership and innovation. It provides a unique chance to network internationally and contribute to the advancement of New Zealand's primary industries. More info: Nuffield NZ website.