Sixty thousand people work in the New Zealand horticulture industry, more than 100 types of fruit and vegetables are grown here - and there are scholarships to help you become a part of it.

Applications for several Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) $500 scholarships for trainees need to be in by 11pm on March 20.

The scholarships are for New Zealand students and trainees who have a special interest in the fruit or vegetable industry, and are undergoing significant industry training or education with a vocational provider. 

It’s an online application form and applicants will be advised in May of the selection panels decisions. 

After the selected applicants complete the year of study, the scholarships are awarded early the following year. 

The selection team looks for commitment, potential contribution to the industry, past achievements, individual approach, qualities, and skills, and referees’ comments. 

The scholarships do not cover wine, seed or arable industries.  

More information is from: [email protected]

PHOTO: Women in Horticulture Central Otago