Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027 | Apply Now

About Hortgro

Hortgro is the South African deciduous fruit industry’s knowledge partner. The organisation aims to keep growers informed, to help them grow, and to sustainably transform the industry. At the same time, Hortgro cares about where food comes from and how it is produced, as well as the people in the industry and the environment.

The Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027 aims to support and nurture the next generation of industry leaders and researchers. The programme is designed to assist talented and ambitious students pursuing careers relevant to the deciduous fruit industry, including agricultural sciences, horticulture, business management, and environmental sustainability. The programme aims to alleviate the financial burden of higher education, allowing recipients to focus on their studies and contribute to the industry’s growth and innovation.

Organisation: Hortgro • Industry: South African deciduous fruit • Focus: Agricultural sciences, horticulture, business management, environmental sustainability • Academic Year: 2027

What Fields of Study Are Covered?

The Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027 will be awarded for studies within the following fields:

Eligibility Requirements for the Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027

Before you apply for the Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be 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 2027
• You must be 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

Required Documents

Shortlisted applicants for the Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027 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
• Matric certificate (if completed Matric) or Matric June results (if currently in Matric)
• Latest tertiary academic record (if at tertiary level)
• Proof of tertiary registration (on tertiary letterhead)
• Estimated breakdown of study fees (tuition, books, and accommodation)
• Parents’ or guardians’ ID documents
• Parents’ or 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
  • Why you should be awarded the bursary
• Two contactable references

Important Information for Bursary Recipients

Successful applicants for the Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027 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

Additional information about the programme:

• 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

Contact Information

If you have any queries related to the Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027, please contact Hortgro directly:

• Telephone: 021 870 2900
• Email: learn@hortgro.co.za

Hortgro Bursary Programme South Africa 2027 – Quick Summary

• Organisation: Hortgro
• Bursary Name: Hortgro Bursary Programme (HBP)
• Academic Year: 2027
• Who can apply: South African citizens studying or intending to study in agricultural fields
• Fields of study: Agri-Management, Agricultural Biotechnology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Science, Entomology, Horticulture, Marketing, Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Project Management, Soil and Water Science
• Renewal: Yearly based on satisfactory academic performance
• Additional support: Access to a mentor throughout studies
• Key expectations: Quarterly updates, semester results, good behaviour, attend Hortgro functions
• Required documents: ID, Matric results/certificate, academic record, proof of registration, fee breakdown, parents’ ID and income proof, essay, two references
• Application method: Online via Microsoft Forms
• Closing date: 15 August 2026