Agriculture Bursaries South Africa 2027
Looking for Agriculture Bursaries South Africa 2027? This page is a comprehensive directory of bursaries and scholarships for students who want to study agriculture, animal science, animal production, crop production, agronomy, horticulture, agricultural economics, agricultural engineering, food science, forestry and other agriculture-related fields.
Instead of searching only for the broad term “agriculture bursaries”, you can use this directory according to what you want to study or the agricultural career you want to pursue. Whether you are looking for Animal Production Bursaries, Animal Science Bursaries, Agronomy Bursaries, Crop Production Bursaries, Horticulture Bursaries, Agricultural Economics Bursaries or Agricultural Engineering Bursaries, the sections below help you find the most relevant opportunities.
Where Grads24 has a dedicated bursary article, follow the link to the individual page for detailed information about the bursary provider, eligibility requirements, fields of study, funding, documents, application process and closing date.
This page brings together agriculture-related bursaries for the 2027 academic year. Opportunities are organised by study field, agricultural discipline, career direction and current application status. Bursary dates and requirements can change, so always open the individual bursary article and verify the latest information before applying.
Last verified: August 2026. This directory will be updated as new 2027 agriculture bursary information becomes available.
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Agriculture Bursaries South Africa 2027 – Quick Directory
The table below provides a quick starting point for students searching for agriculture-related funding. The study-field descriptions are intended to help you identify which opportunities may be relevant to your qualification. Always open the individual bursary article to confirm the current 2027 requirements and closing date.
| Bursary | Main Agriculture Area | 2027 Status | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potatoes SA Bursary | Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Plant/Crop Production, Soil Science | 🟢 Open | 31 October 2026 |
| Citrus Academy Bursary | Citrus, Agriculture and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| SAMAC Bursary | Agricultural Economics, Management, Engineering, Food Science, Forestry and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| Maize Trust Bursary | Agriculture, Agronomy and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| Hortgro Bursary | Horticulture, Fruit Production and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| Starke Ayres Bursary | Agriculture, Plant Production and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary | Horticulture and agricultural production | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| GWK Bursary | Agriculture and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| Omnia Bursary | Agriculture, Agronomy and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
| Digby Wells Bursary | Soil Science, Zoology, Environmental Sciences and related fields | ⚪ Check article | See article |
Important: A bursary listed in this directory is not automatically open for applications. The status and closing-date information should be confirmed on the individual bursary page before you apply.
Agriculture Bursaries by Study Field
Agriculture is a broad sector covering many different university and university of technology qualifications. A student searching for funding may therefore search for the specific qualification or discipline rather than the general term “agriculture bursaries”.
Use the sections below to find bursaries according to the agricultural field you intend to study.
Animal Science, Animal Production and Animal Farming Bursaries
Animal Science Bursaries and Animal Production Bursaries are suitable search categories for students interested in livestock, animal nutrition, breeding, production systems, animal management and related agricultural careers.
Students interested in farming may also search for Animal Farming Bursaries, Livestock Bursaries and Animal Husbandry Bursaries. These searches can overlap with qualifications in Animal Science, Animal Production and other agricultural disciplines.
What Can You Study in Animal Production?
- Animal Science
- Animal Production
- Livestock Production
- Animal Nutrition
- Animal Breeding
- Animal Management
- Livestock Management
- Related agricultural production qualifications
If your intended career involves livestock, cattle, sheep, goats, poultry or other forms of animal production, check both the qualification requirements and the specific fields supported by each bursary provider.
Animal Science and Animal Production Bursaries
- Search individual agriculture bursaries for Animal Science or Animal Production eligibility.
- Check whether the provider specifically lists livestock or animal-related qualifications.
- Check whether the bursary is intended for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
Note: Do not assume that every agriculture bursary covers Animal Science. A provider may focus specifically on crops, horticulture, agricultural economics or another agricultural discipline.
Crop Production, Plant Production and Agronomy Bursaries
Crop Production Bursaries, Plant Production Bursaries and Agronomy Bursaries are important search categories for students interested in crop farming, plant production, agricultural research, soil management and food production.
This area can include qualifications and careers concerned with improving crop yields, plant health, soil management, agricultural productivity and sustainable production.
Agronomy Bursaries
Agronomy bursaries may be relevant to students interested in crop production, soil management and the scientific principles behind agricultural production.
- Maize Trust Bursary
- Potatoes SA Bursary
- Omnia Bursary
- GWK Bursary
- Starke Ayres Bursary
Read the Potatoes SA Bursary guide for a current example of an agriculture bursary supporting fields including Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Plant/Crop Production and Soil Science.
Crop Production Bursaries
Students searching for Crop Production Bursaries may find opportunities under agriculture, agronomy, plant production or agricultural production. Always check the exact qualification wording used by the bursary provider.
Horticulture, Fruit Production and Plant-Related Bursaries
Horticulture Bursaries are relevant to students interested in the production and management of fruits, vegetables, ornamental plants and other horticultural crops.
Students may also search for Horticultural Science Bursaries, Fruit Production Bursaries, Viticulture Bursaries and other specialised horticultural funding opportunities.
- Hortgro Bursary
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- SAMAC Bursary
- Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary
- Starke Ayres Bursary
Because some agriculture bursaries are connected to a particular crop or agricultural industry, check the individual bursary guide carefully before applying.
Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness and Agricultural Management Bursaries
Not every agriculture career involves working directly on a farm. Agricultural Economics Bursaries, Agribusiness Bursaries and Agricultural Management Bursaries can be relevant to students interested in the business, financial, economic and management side of agriculture.
Possible study areas include Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Management, Agribusiness Management, agricultural finance, agricultural marketing and related qualifications.
- Agricultural Economics Bursaries
- Agribusiness Bursaries
- Agricultural Management Bursaries
- Agricultural Finance Bursaries
- Agricultural Marketing Bursaries
The Potatoes SA Bursary, for example, includes Agricultural Economics among its supported undergraduate fields.
Agricultural Engineering, Mechanisation and Agricultural Technology Bursaries
Agricultural Engineering Bursaries are relevant to students interested in applying engineering and technology to farming and agricultural production.
Depending on the provider, related searches may include Agricultural Technology Bursaries, Agricultural Mechanisation Bursaries, Bioresource Engineering Bursaries, irrigation-related studies and other engineering qualifications connected to agriculture.
- Agricultural Engineering
- Bioresource Engineering
- Agricultural Mechanisation
- Agricultural Technology
- Irrigation-related engineering
- Other engineering qualifications relevant to agriculture
The SAMAC Bursary has previously included Bioresource Engineering / Agricultural Engineering among its listed fields, demonstrating why agriculture students should check specialist bursaries rather than searching only under the word “agriculture”.
Food Science, Food Technology and Agricultural Processing Bursaries
Agriculture does not end when crops or livestock leave the farm. The agricultural value chain also includes food science, food technology, processing, quality control and post-harvest activities.
Students searching for Food Science Bursaries, Food Technology Bursaries or related agricultural-processing funding should therefore check agriculture-industry bursaries as well as general science bursaries.
- Food Science
- Food Technology
- Food Processing
- Post-Harvest Technology
- Food Quality and related fields
For example, SAMAC has listed Food Science among its eligible fields in previous bursary information.
Forestry, Soil Science and Natural Resource Bursaries
Some agriculture-related qualifications overlap with forestry, environmental science, soil science, water management and natural-resource management.
Students searching for Forestry Bursaries, Soil Science Bursaries, Natural Resource Management Bursaries or related qualifications should therefore consider both agriculture-specific and environmental bursary opportunities.
- Soil Science
- Forestry
- Forest Management
- Natural Resource Management
- Environmental Agriculture
- Water and soil management
The SAMAC Bursary has included Forestry and Wood Science among its listed fields, while the Digby Wells bursary has included Soil Science and environmental-related fields.
Agricultural Bursaries by Career
Students do not always search for bursaries using the exact name of their qualification. Many begin with the career they want to pursue. If you already know what type of agricultural career interests you, use the career categories below as a starting point.
| Agricultural Career | Potential Study Area | Related Bursary Search |
|---|---|---|
| Agronomist | Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science | Agronomy Bursaries |
| Animal Scientist | Animal Science, Animal Production | Animal Science Bursaries |
| Livestock Specialist | Animal Production, Livestock Management | Animal Production Bursaries |
| Agricultural Economist | Agricultural Economics | Agricultural Economics Bursaries |
| Agricultural Engineer | Agricultural Engineering, Bioresource Engineering | Agricultural Engineering Bursaries |
| Horticulturist | Horticulture, Horticultural Science | Horticulture Bursaries |
| Crop Production Specialist | Crop Production, Plant Production | Crop Production Bursaries |
| Food Scientist | Food Science, Food Technology | Food Science Bursaries |
| Soil Scientist | Soil Science | Soil Science Bursaries |
| Forestry Specialist | Forestry, Forest Management | Forestry Bursaries |
| Agricultural Manager | Agricultural Management, Agribusiness | Agricultural Management Bursaries |
Agriculture Bursaries 2027 – Current Status
Agriculture bursary application dates are not the same across all providers. Some organisations open applications several months before the academic year, while others announce their next intake later.
- 🟢 OPEN: Applications are currently open according to the latest information available.
- 🟡 CLOSING SOON: The application deadline is approaching.
- ⚪ 2027 DATE TBA: The provider is known to offer a bursary, but a confirmed 2027 application date has not yet been published or verified.
- 🔴 CLOSED: The latest application period has ended. Check the individual article for the next expected intake.
Agriculture bursary programmes often operate annually. If a 2027 application period has already closed, check the individual bursary article for information about the next expected intake rather than assuming the programme has been discontinued.
Agriculture Bursaries Currently Relevant to the 2027 Search
- Potatoes SA Bursary 2027 – currently listed as open, with a closing date of 31 October 2026.
- Citrus Academy Bursary – check the individual article for the latest application cycle.
- Hortgro Bursary – check the individual article for the latest application cycle.
- Maize Trust Bursary – check the individual article for the latest application cycle.
- SAMAC Bursary – check the individual article for the latest application cycle.
- Starke Ayres Bursary – check the individual article for the latest application cycle.
How to Find the Right Agriculture Bursary
The best agriculture bursary for you depends on the qualification you intend to study, your academic level, your eligibility and the organisation providing the funding.
- Start with your intended qualification: Identify the exact course or field you want to study.
- Search by agricultural discipline: Use categories such as Animal Production, Agronomy, Horticulture or Agricultural Economics.
- Search by career: If you know the career you want, identify the qualification normally associated with that career.
- Check the bursary provider: Some bursaries are linked to a particular agricultural industry such as citrus, potatoes, macadamias or other crops.
- Check the study level: Some programmes support undergraduate students while others include postgraduate study.
- Check the current status: Make sure applications are still being accepted.
- Read the individual bursary article: Use the detailed Grads24 article to check the full application requirements.
Who Can Apply for Agriculture Bursaries?
There is no single eligibility requirement for every agriculture bursary in South Africa. Each organisation sets its own criteria.
- South African citizenship may be required.
- A minimum academic average may apply.
- The bursary may be restricted to a particular agricultural qualification.
- Some bursaries require applicants to be entering a particular year of study.
- Some programmes support postgraduate research.
- You may need to study at a recognised South African tertiary institution.
- Some programmes may consider financial need.
- Some industry bursaries may require an interest in or commitment to a particular agricultural sector.
Always check the eligibility requirements of the individual bursary. Do not assume that because you are studying an agriculture-related qualification you automatically qualify for every bursary listed on this page.
Documents Commonly Required for Agriculture Bursaries
The exact document checklist depends on the bursary provider. However, applicants may be asked to provide some combination of the following:
- South African Identity Document
- Matric certificate or latest school results
- Latest tertiary academic record
- Proof of university or college acceptance
- Proof of registration
- Proof of household income where required
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivation letter or essay
- Research proposal for certain postgraduate applications
- Other documents specified by the bursary provider
Only submit the documents requested by the specific bursary provider. Requirements can differ substantially between agriculture bursary programmes.
How to Apply for Agriculture Bursaries
1. Choose Your Study Field
Start by identifying whether you want to study Animal Science, Animal Production, Agronomy, Crop Production, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Food Science, Forestry or another related field.
2. Find Bursaries That Support Your Qualification
Read the individual bursary requirements carefully. A provider may support agriculture generally but only fund certain qualifications or specialisations.
3. Check Your Eligibility
Check citizenship, academic results, year of study, institution, financial requirements and any other conditions before completing the application.
4. Prepare Your Documents
Prepare your ID, academic records, Matric results, registration or acceptance documents and any additional information required by the bursary provider.
5. Submit Before the Closing Date
Submit your application using the official method specified by the provider. Do not wait until the final day if you can submit earlier.
Agriculture Bursaries for Specific Industries
Some agricultural bursaries are connected to a particular industry rather than agriculture as a whole. These can be especially useful if you already know the agricultural sector in which you want to build your career.
- Citrus Bursaries: opportunities connected to citrus production and the citrus industry.
- Potato Industry Bursaries: opportunities connected to potato production and the potato value chain.
- Macadamia Bursaries: opportunities connected to macadamia production and the associated agricultural value chain.
- Horticulture Bursaries: opportunities connected to fruit, horticultural crops and related industries.
- Grain and Crop Bursaries: opportunities connected to grain production, agronomy and crop agriculture.
This is why searching only for “Agriculture Bursaries” can cause students to miss relevant opportunities. An industry-specific bursary may support the exact qualification you want even though its name does not contain the word “agriculture”.
Agriculture Bursaries and Scholarships for Different Study Levels
- Matric learners: Check bursaries that accept students entering tertiary study.
- First-year students: Check whether the provider funds students entering first year.
- Second-year and above: Some specialist agriculture bursaries specifically target students who have already completed their first year.
- Honours students: Check whether postgraduate agriculture or research funding is available.
- Masters and PhD students: Look for research-focused agricultural bursaries and scholarships.
Agriculture Bursaries vs General Bursaries
You should not restrict your search to pages labelled “Agriculture Bursaries”. Some general bursary programmes fund agricultural qualifications alongside commerce, science, engineering or other fields.
For example, a student studying Agricultural Economics may qualify for a bursary listed under Commerce, while a student studying Food Science may find relevant funding under Science or Agriculture. Always check the supported fields rather than relying only on the category name.
How Grads24 Organises Agriculture Bursaries
Grads24 uses this page as the main Agriculture Bursaries South Africa directory. The purpose is to help students move from a broad agriculture funding search to a specific qualification, career or bursary opportunity.
The page is organised around three ways students commonly search:
- By study field: Animal Science, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics and other disciplines.
- By career: Agronomist, Animal Scientist, Agricultural Economist, Agricultural Engineer and other agricultural careers.
- By bursary provider or industry: Citrus, potatoes, macadamia, horticulture and other agricultural sectors.
Once you identify a suitable opportunity, open the individual Grads24 bursary article for the detailed applicant guide.
Agriculture Bursary Articles on Grads24
- Potatoes SA Bursary
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- SAMAC Bursary
- Maize Trust Bursary
- Hortgro Bursary
- Starke Ayres Bursary
- Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary
- GWK Bursary
- Omnia Bursary
- Digby Wells Bursary
Other Bursary Categories You May Need
Your qualification may overlap with another field of study. For this reason, agriculture students should also browse related Grads24 bursary categories.
- Engineering Bursaries South Africa – useful for Agricultural Engineering and related engineering qualifications.
- Science Bursaries – useful for Food Science, Plant Science, Soil Science and other scientific qualifications.
- Environmental Bursaries – useful for Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management and related qualifications.
- Accounting and Commerce Bursaries – useful for Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness and related business qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions – Agriculture Bursaries South Africa 2027
Which agriculture bursaries are available in South Africa for 2027?
Agriculture-related bursaries can be offered by agricultural organisations, industry bodies, companies, trusts and other institutions. The opportunities and closing dates differ each year. Use this directory to find opportunities by study field and then check the individual bursary article for the latest 2027 information.
Are there Animal Science Bursaries in South Africa?
Yes, students interested in Animal Science should search specialist agriculture bursaries as well as general bursaries that list Animal Science or related qualifications. Eligibility differs between providers.
Are there Animal Production Bursaries in South Africa?
Students studying Animal Production or related livestock qualifications can look for agriculture bursaries that specifically support animal-related studies. Always confirm that Animal Production is included in the provider’s current list of eligible fields.
Are there Animal Farming Bursaries?
Students interested in animal farming should search for bursaries covering Animal Science, Animal Production, Livestock Production, Animal Management and related agricultural qualifications. The exact qualification supported depends on the bursary provider.
Which bursaries are available for Agronomy students?
Agronomy students can look for specialist agriculture and crop-industry bursaries. Opportunities can include Potatoes SA, Maize Trust, Omnia, GWK and other programmes, depending on the current application cycle and eligibility requirements.
Are there Crop Production Bursaries in South Africa?
Yes. Students studying Crop Production or Plant Production can look for bursaries under agriculture, agronomy and crop-industry programmes. Always check the exact qualification listed by the provider.
Are there Horticulture Bursaries in South Africa?
Yes. Horticulture students can look for bursaries offered by horticultural and agricultural industry organisations. Some programmes may be linked to particular crops or agricultural sectors.
Are there Agricultural Economics Bursaries?
Yes. Agricultural Economics is supported by some agriculture-industry bursary programmes. Students should also check commerce and economics bursary categories because some general programmes may support Agricultural Economics.
Are there Agricultural Engineering Bursaries?
Yes. Agricultural Engineering and related fields such as Bioresource Engineering can appear in specialist agriculture bursaries. Students should also search general engineering bursaries for additional opportunities.
What documents do I need for an agriculture bursary?
Requirements differ, but applicants may be asked for an ID document, Matric certificate, latest academic record, proof of registration or acceptance, proof of income, CV, motivation letter or research information. Check the individual bursary’s document checklist before applying.
Can I apply for more than one agriculture bursary?
You can generally apply for bursaries for which you meet the eligibility requirements. However, some programmes have rules concerning other funding or double funding, so check the terms of each bursary before accepting an award.
Where can I find agriculture bursaries that are currently open?
Use the Agriculture Bursaries South Africa 2027 directory on Grads24 and check the status shown beside each opportunity. Open the individual bursary article to confirm the current closing date and application instructions before applying.
Important Before You Apply
- Check that your exact qualification is supported.
- Check the required year of study.
- Check the minimum academic requirement.
- Check whether the bursary is for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
- Check whether the programme has an industry-specific requirement.
- Check the current closing date.
- Prepare your supporting documents early.
- Use the application method specified by the bursary provider.
- Do not assume that a bursary covering agriculture supports every agriculture qualification.
- Verify important information against the latest information supplied by the bursary provider.
Find Agriculture Bursaries by What You Want to Study
If you already know what you want to study, you do not need to search only for “Agriculture Bursaries”. Use the relevant study-field search instead.
- Animal Science Bursaries – for students interested in animal science and livestock-related careers.
- Animal Production Bursaries – for students interested in animal and livestock production.
- Animal Farming Bursaries – for students interested in agricultural animal production and farming.
- Agronomy Bursaries – for students interested in crop and soil production.
- Crop Production Bursaries – for students interested in crop and plant production.
- Horticulture Bursaries – for students interested in horticultural production.
- Agricultural Economics Bursaries – for students interested in the economics and business side of agriculture.
- Agricultural Management Bursaries – for students interested in agricultural management and agribusiness.
- Agricultural Engineering Bursaries – for students interested in engineering applications within agriculture.
- Food Science Bursaries – for students interested in food science and agricultural value chains.
- Soil Science Bursaries – for students interested in soils and sustainable agricultural production.
- Forestry Bursaries – for students interested in forestry and related natural-resource fields.
As new individual bursary guides are published, this directory can be expanded with direct links to the relevant study-field sections and bursary articles.
Final Advice for Agriculture Bursary Applicants
Do not wait until you know the exact name of a bursary before starting your search. Begin with the qualification or agricultural career you want to pursue, identify the organisations that fund that field and then compare the available bursaries.
For example, a student interested in becoming an agronomist may search for Agronomy Bursaries, while a student interested in livestock may search for Animal Production Bursaries or Animal Science Bursaries. A student interested in agricultural business may search for Agricultural Economics Bursaries or Agricultural Management Bursaries.
This approach can help you discover opportunities that would otherwise be missed by searching only for the broad term “Agriculture Bursaries”.
Check this page regularly as new Agriculture Bursaries 2027 are announced and individual application dates are confirmed.