Hortgro: Bursaries 2026

Hortgro is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026 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

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 2026
• 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