\u201cWe need agronomists, engineers, laboratory technicians, marketers, managers and biosecurity specialists, to name but a few, and that extensive scope is very much reflected in the subjects our previous scholars have studied and the careers they have gone on to forge in the sector.\u201d<\/p>\n
HortNZ and the New Zealand Fruitgrowers Charitable Trust each offer a postgraduate scholarship of $10,000 to a student studying in New Zealand.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe scholarships support students undertaking postgraduate study focused on innovation and tackling challenges critical to the horticulture industry\u2019s future success,\u201d Scott said.<\/p>\n
HortNZ\u2019s postgraduate scholarship is awarded to a student undertaking study in horticulture or a related field.<\/p>\n
The New Zealand Fruitgrowers Charitable Trust postgraduate scholarship is awarded to a student undertaking study specifically related to the fruit industry.<\/p>\n
HortNZ undergraduate scholarships will enable 18 successful applicants to attend the 2026 Horticulture Conference. <\/p>\n
\u201cEach scholarship is valued at $1500 to cover the costs of flights, accommodation and conference registration,\u201d Scott said.<\/p>\n
Applicants must be a tertiary student studying towards an undergraduate degree or diploma in any discipline, and able to demonstrate their intent to support the New Zealand fruit and vegetable industry post-study.<\/p>\n
Nine of these scholarships will be awarded to an applicant from each of New Zealand\u2019s major growing regions, including Tairawhiti\/Gisborne.<\/p>\n
The remaining scholarships will be awarded nationally.<\/p>\n
Applications for all scholarships close on Monday, December 1, at 11pm.<\/p>\n