PEOPLE aged 25-40 years, with a proven commitment to advancing the agricultural industry, can now apply for a $20,000 scholarship to support their goals.
The National Farmers' Federation (NFF) and Woolworths this week opened applications for the second round of the AgriEmpower Scholarship Program.
The scholarship aims to support changemakers in the agricultural sector to foster networks and innovate their ideas.
The program offers financial support, resources, and access to NFF and Woolworths networks, along with a community of like-minded individuals, who share the goal of driving long-term success in the sector.
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The AgriEmpower Scholarship Program runs for 18 months, with 20 scholarships of $20,000 each to be awarded as part of the $400,000 program.
The scholarship funding is designed to assist recipients in acquiring new skills and networks that will directly drive productivity, profitability or sustainability within the agricultural community.
NFF president, Hamish McIntyre, said people right along the ag supply chain were welcome to apply.
"The AgriEmpower Scholarship is an amazing opportunity to make a real difference, on both a personal and an industry-level," McIntyre said.
"The partnership between NFF and Woolworths is providing a huge advantage for passionate ag advocates to further develop their ideas."
Bridgitte Brooks, one of seven recipients of the AgriEmpower Scholarship's first round, was using her bursary to elevate Australian wool in the fashion industry.
"Being part of the AgriEmpower program has opened up so many networks and opportunities for me since September," she said.
"It's helping me shine a light on wool in the Australian fashion space, and I'm excited about what I'll be able to achieve, both professionally and personally, through this experience. I'd encourage everyone with a dream for our industry to apply."
Scholarship recipients have 18 months to spend their funds on investments like courses, conferences, professional development, and overseas travel for the purpose of gaining new ag-related skills. Participants will also attend events and workshops run by Woolworths and NFF.
Interested participants can apply here. Applications close Tuesday, 3 March.
