The Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 is now open for applications. If you are a South African student who has completed Matric, and you are pursuing a BSc Agriculture degree majoring in Agricultural Economics or Horticultural Science, this opportunity could help you fund your studies. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027: who qualifies, what fields are covered, what expenses are included, and how to apply before the closing date.
About the Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme
The Lindsey Milne bursary scheme is named after Dr DL Milne in honour of his vast and selfless contributions to the subtropical fruit industry. Dr Milne served the subtropical fruit industry in many ways, as employee of the Institute for Tropical and Subtropical Fruit, as General Manager of Westfalia, and after his retirement, as Chairman of the Subtrop group.
The SA Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop), comprising of the South African Avocado Growers’ Association (SAAGA), The South African Mango Growers’ Association (SAMGA), and the South African Litchi Growers’ Association (SALGA), is the donor of funds to the Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme.
The Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 invites students to apply for the Lindsey Milne Bursary for the 2027 academic year.
Organisation: SA Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop) • Focus: BSc Agriculture (Agricultural Economics or Horticultural Science) • Academic Year: 2027
What Fields of Study Are Covered?
The Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 will be awarded for studies towards a BSc Agriculture degree (majoring in Agricultural Economics or Horticultural Science).
Every year, the bursary scheme provides financial assistance to students pursuing studies within the subtropical fruit industry in South Africa.
Eligibility Requirements for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027
Before you apply for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be considered.
- You must have completed Matric
- You must be studying towards a BSc Agriculture degree qualification, majoring in Horticultural Science and related fields or Agricultural Economics
- You must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution within South Africa
- You must intend on pursuing a career within the subtropical fruit industry in South Africa
- You must read and agree to all of the terms stated on the application form
Bursary Conditions and Obligations
- Bursaries are awarded for 1 academic year at a time, and are renewable each year based on satisfactory academic performance. The bursary value will depend on the needs of the students and will be reviewed annually
- Subtrop will appoint a panel of judges to make the selection for the bursary, and successful applicants will be required to sign a contractual agreement
- Shortlisted/successful candidates will be contacted by 31 December 2026 – if you do not receive any feedback by this date, please consider your application unsuccessful
- Bursary recipients will be required to focus their seminars and projects on subtropical crops (avocado, mango, litchi) where possible
- Bursary recipients will be required to enter into a contractual agreement with Subtrop. After graduation, students will be required to work for SA Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop) for an amount of time equal to their bursary award
- Bursary recipients who fail any courses for the bursary awarded will be required to pay back the bursary over a period equal to the length of the bursary. Repayments will commence at the beginning of the year after the year in which the bursary was awarded
Required Documents
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027. All documents must be certified.
- ID document
- Matric certificate
- Full university academic record / transcripts (on institution’s letterhead)
- Motivational letter stating why you should be awarded the bursary
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages)
- Details of any other bursary or scholarship awards which you currently hold
- 3 references (full name, relationship to you, email address, and contact number)
How to Apply for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027
Follow these steps to submit your application for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027.
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements listed above, including studying towards a BSc Agriculture degree majoring in Agricultural Economics or Horticultural Science, and intending to pursue a career in the subtropical fruit industry.
Step 2: Download the Application Form
Download and complete the Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary Application Form 2027.
Direct form link: https://www.subtrop.co.za/wp-content/uploads/Lindsey-Milne-Bursary-Application-Form.pdf
Step 3: Prepare Your Documents
Gather all the required documents listed above, ensuring they are certified copies. This includes your ID, Matric certificate, academic record, motivational letter, CV, details of other bursaries, and 3 references.
Step 4: Submit Your Application via Email
Send your completed application form and supporting documents to:
Email: delane@subtrop.co.za
Email subject line: “Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary”
Step 5: Submit Before the Deadline
⏰ Closing Date for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027: 31 October 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted. Please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Contact Information
If you have any queries related to the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027, please contact Subtrop directly:
- Contact Person: Ms Delané Landman
- Telephone: 015 307 3676 / 015 307 3677
- Email: delane@subtrop.co.za
Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 – Quick Summary
- Organisation: SA Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop)
- Bursary Name: Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme
- Academic Year: 2027
- Who can apply: South African students who have completed Matric
- Fields of study: BSc Agriculture (Agricultural Economics or Horticultural Science)
- Institution type: Recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- Key requirement: Intend to pursue a career in the subtropical fruit industry
- Bursary duration: 1 year (renewable based on academic performance)
- Work-back requirement: Work for Subtrop for time equal to bursary award
- Academic requirement: Focus seminars and projects on subtropical crops (avocado, mango, litchi)
- Failure penalty: Must repay bursary if any courses are failed
- Required documents: ID, Matric certificate, academic record, motivational letter, CV, details of other bursaries, 3 references
- Application method: Download form, email to delane@subtrop.co.za
- Email subject line: “Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary”
- Closing date: 31 October 2026
- Notification date: By 31 December 2026
Frequently Asked Questions About the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027
1. Can I apply if I am not majoring in Agricultural Economics or Horticultural Science?
The Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 is specifically for BSc Agriculture students majoring in Agricultural Economics or Horticultural Science. Other majors are not covered.
2. Can I apply if I am already studying at university?
Yes. The Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 is open to current university students studying towards a BSc Agriculture degree in the specified majors. You must submit your full academic record.
3. What is the work-back requirement?
Bursary recipients of the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 are required to work for SA Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop) for an amount of time equal to their bursary award.
4. What happens if I fail a course?
If you fail any courses for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027, you will be required to pay back the bursary over a period equal to the length of the bursary. Repayments commence at the beginning of the year after the year in which the bursary was awarded.
5. Who was Dr DL Milne?
Dr DL Milne served the subtropical fruit industry as an employee of the Institute for Tropical and Subtropical Fruit, as General Manager of Westfalia, and after his retirement, as Chairman of the Subtrop group. The bursary is named in honour of his vast and selfless contributions.
6. What crops should I focus on?
Bursary recipients of the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 are required to focus their seminars and projects on subtropical crops, specifically avocado, mango, and litchi, where possible.
7. When will I know if my application was successful?
Shortlisted/successful candidates for the Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa 2027 will be contacted by 31 December 2026. If you do not receive any feedback by this date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
8. Where can I find more agricultural and horticultural bursaries?
Visit EduFunds agricultural bursaries page or Agriculture economics bursaries section for more funding opportunities.
Looking for more study funding? Explore all bursaries for 2027 on EduFunds.co.za
SA Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop)
Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme 2027
Honouring a legacy • Developing agricultural talent • Growing South Africa’s subtropical fruit industry