HORTGRO Bursary

Hortgro Bursary South Africa 2026 ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – HORTGRO The history of Hortgro dates back all the way to 1652 when the first apple seeds were planted by Jan van Riebeeck in the Cape of Good Hope. Today, the company is focused on research and technology, production, transformation, markets and communication in the deciduous fruit industry. The companies main goal is to guide and direct research within the deciduous fruit industry, to address the industries short term and long term needs. Hortgro’s members include: the Dried Fruit Technical Services (DFTS); SA Stone Fruit Producers’ Association (SASPA) and SA Apple and Pear Producers’ Association (SAAPPA). ABOUT THE HORTGRO BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED Hortgro is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year . 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 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. ** RELATED BURSARIES ** View our other Science Bursaries and Scholarships here . View our other Bursaries OPEN for application here . MORE ABOUT THE HORTGRO BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPECTATION, RENEWAL & SELECTION 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. Shortlisted candidates will be presented to a committee for final selection. www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Hortgro Bursary. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE HORTGRO BURSARY Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered): 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 HOW TO APPLY FOR THE HORTGRO BURSARY Applications must be submitted online at: Hortgro Bursary Application 2026 Applicants are encouraged to also download and read the Hortgro Bursary Brochure (.pdf) Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Hortgro bursary. Shortlisted applicants may be required to submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation before the bursary is awarded. Hortgro may request further documents than the ones listed below: ID document or both sides of your ID Card (certified copy) Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy) Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy) Latest tertiary academic record, if at tertiary level (certified copy) Proof of tertiary registration (on tertiary letterhead) Estimated breakdown of study fees (tuition, books and accommodation) Parents/ guardians ID documents (certified copies) Parents/ guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed) Proof of any other financial assistance, bursaries or loans being received (if applicable) Essay with the following details (about yourself, brief details of your career plans, brief details of where you see yourself in the agricultural environment in the future, and why you should be awarded the bursary) (to be filled in on the application form in your own hand writing) 2 contactable references CLOSING DATE FOR THE HORTGRO BURSARY 15 August 2025. (Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.) CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Hortgro directly: Tel: 021 870 2900 Email: learn@hortgro.co.za Please do NOT contact Hortgro if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/ This bursary listing was last updated in May 2025. SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.

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