"Studying an agricultural degree has provided me with a strong foundation of knowledge that I'm now using every day in my role."- Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Science major.
You could study for a diploma or degree at university an institute of technology or a polytechnic. You could also train on the job through an industry training provider or sign up for an apprenticeship or a leadership programme.
Tertiary Education

Ag Challenge

Dairy Training

Federated Farmers Apprenticeship Dairy

Franklin Institute of Agri-Technology

Fruition

Growing Future Farmers

Lincoln University

Massey University

National Trade Academy

New Zealand Horticulture Apprenticeships

Otiwhiti Station

Pacific Coastal Technical Institute

Primary ITO

Skillsec

Smedley Station

Tairawhiti Farm Cadets

Te Pūkenga

Valley Education and Training Enterprises

Waipaoa Station

Westport Deep Sea Fishing School

Whangarei A&P Society Farm Internship Programme
Upskilling and Bridging Courses
A number of providers offer specific bridging programmes to help you transition to a career in our food & fibre sectors.
Graduate Programmes
Fast-track your career in the food & fibre sectors through a graduate programme. Designed to develop our future leaders, you'll receive intensive support, ongoing training and mentoring, as well as the opportunity to perform multiple roles in an organisation on a rotating basis, giving you more exposure to a range of different jobs within your chosen field.