Hortgro is committed to the future of the agricultural sector and helps deciduous fruit growers to produce, market and sell high-quality produce. To achieve their goals, Hortgro requires trained, skilled and passionate people. One of the ways Hortgro achieves this is through their annual bursary programme.

Hortgro is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2025 academic year.

Fields of study:

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:

• Agri-Management
• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Agricultural Economics
• Agricultural Science
• Entomology
• Horticulture (Production/ Post harvest)
• Marketing Specialist
• Microbiology
• Plant Pathology
• Project Management
• Soil and Water Science

Bursary recipients are expected to:

• Provide Hortgro with quarterly updates regarding their studies and general well-being
• Submit results each semester
• Maintain good behaviour throughout their studies
• Attend Hortgro functions

NB. The bursary award is renewable each year, based on satisfactory academic performance. Bursary recipients will have access to a mentor, who will provide motivation to help students throughout their studies.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must have completed Matric OR be currently in Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above, in 2025
• You must studying or registered to study at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
• You must meet the admission requirements for your chosen course of study