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Horticulture NZ 2009 scholarships

2009-01-27

Every year Horticulture NZ offers scholarships that are open to New Zealand students and
trainees who have a special interest in the fruit or vegetable industry and are undergoing
significant industry training or education.

There are two types of scholarships you can apply for:
$500 Horticulture New Zealand Industry Training Scholarship, available
to industry trainees. This scholarship provides financial assistance and
acknowledges the achievements of those who currently work and study
in the fruit & vegetable industry.

$4500 Horticulture New Zealand Undergraduate Scholarship, available to
under-grad students. This package includes $3000 plus attendance at
the HortNZ annual conference at no charge. Registration fees, travel &
accommodation will be covered. It provides an excellent opportunity to
obtain funding for study and learn from leading edge conference
sessions, as well as meet & mix with key industry figures.
Each scholarship is for one year only.

SELECTION CRITERIA
New Zealand citizen or resident
Signs of commitment to the fruit and vegetable industry
Potential and willingness to contribute in the future to the fruit and vegetable industry
Achievement and responsibilities to date (includes level or performance in study,
academic achievement and contribution to workplace during practical experience)
Skills, e.g. technical, management, communication and relationship skills
Individual approach and personal qualities
Referees comments
Agreement to contribute to the promotion of the NZ horticulture industry
Students and trainees must be registered in their course at 31 March of 2009, to be
awarded with their scholarship.

HOW TO APPLY
Application forms (including referee forms) are available from www.hortnz.co.nz or Kirsty
Mills, kirsty.m@hortnz.co.nz, ph 04 472 3795. Closing date will be 10 March 2009.