Hortgro has to date spent more than R43 million on bursaries which assisted above 700 students to complete their tertiary education. There is a set of qualifications that Hortgro is willing to fund. The Hortgro Bursary offers financial support to help you reach your dreams of securing a qualification of your choice. Your studies must be aliegned to the area of business of Hortro which creates a pool of qualified individuals who can be absorbed by the sector.
About Hortgro
Hortgro has been around since the 1600 and has grown to become a leader in the growing, production and selling of fruits in South Africa and abroad. Today the company prides itself of its involvement is all aspects of fruits industry with the objective of contributing towards the sustainability of the sector.
Fields of Study
The applications are invited from learners and hthstudents who wish to pursue tertiary studies in the field of Agriculture in South Africa. They must enroll in recognized institutions of higher learning within the borders of the country. These institutions include Stellenbosch University, Northwest University, University of the Free State, Potchefstroom College of Agriculture and Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute.
The bursary targets applicants from previously disadvantaged students who cannot afford to pay for their studies.
The bursary programme is aligned with scarce and critical skills and preference will be given to
students studying towards the following disciplines:
- Agricultural Economics
- Horticulturist (Production /Post harvest)
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- Soil and Water Scientist
- Marketing Specialist
- Agricultural-Science
- Project Management
- Entomology
- Agri-Management
- Microbiology
- Plant Pathology
Who Can Apply?
If you wish to apply for the Hortgro bursary, you must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be South African citizens
- You must have completed Grade 12 OR be currently in Grade 12
- You must enrol or intend to enroll towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above, in 2026 academic year
- You must enrol or register to study at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa
- You must meet the admission criteria for your chosen course of study
Hortgro Bursary Application Process
Complete forms via Hortgro Bursary Application 2026 dedicated page.
Closing Date
This bursary has closed (15 August 2025). We will update you if there is extension.
See other Agriculture Bursaries and Scholarships available for 2026.
Bursary Contact Details
For any queries related to this bursary, feel free to contact Hortgro directly:
- Telephone number: 021 870 2900
- Email address: learn@hortgro.co.za