Offers scholarships for research and travel in the agricultural industry.

Eligibility

• Typically between 28-45 years of age. Please note that exceptional candidates outside this age range will be considered
• A citizen or permanent resident of Australia
• Engaged in farming, horticulture, fishing or associated industries
• Intending to remain involved in food and fibre industries in Australia



Scholarship Benefits

• 15-weeks of purposeful learning and unique access to our approachable, global agricultural network
• Connections with the global alumni – over 500 scholars in Australia and 2,000 worldwide
• See leading and innovative businesses and identify new best practices
• Select a research topic that will be of use to you, your business, community and industry

Value

• ​$40,000 bursary, subject to guidelines set out on this website to cover costs associated with the study and reporting
• $3,000 of the bursary will be withheld as an assurance on the submission of an approved report

In addition to the longstanding scholarship investors, the Future Drought Fund (FDF) are investing in at least five scholarships that are specifically available to study drought resilience and support innovation. These scholarships will support applicants to build drought resilience expertise, adapt innovative technology and practices from overseas and share these learnings to advance Australian agriculture.

Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider's website.