Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary

Offered by Subtrop Lindsey Milne

Closing soon Closes 31 October 2026

The Lindsey Milne Bursary supports BSc Agriculture students majoring in horticulture or agricultural economics who plan to work in the subtropical fruit industry, with a work-back commitment.

Who can apply

  • Have completed Matric
  • Be studying towards a BSc Agriculture degree qualification, majoring in Horticultural Science and related fields or Agricultural Economics
  • Be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution within South Africa
  • Intend on pursuing a career within the subtropical fruit industry in South Africa
  • Read and agree to all of the terms stated on the application form

What the bursary covers

  • A work-back period applies: you may need to work for the funder after graduating, usually for as long as you were funded.
  • Funding is renewed each year if you meet the academic requirements.

What a work-back bursary means

Documents you will need

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Full university academic record/ transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
  • Motivational letter stating why you should be awarded the bursary (read our tips on how to write a bursary motivational letter)
  • Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages)
  • Details of any other bursary or scholarship awards which you currently hold
  • 3 references (full name, relationship to you, email address and contact number)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

  1. Check the requirements

    Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

  2. Prepare your documents

    Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

  3. Apply through the official channel

    Download and complete the Subtrop Lindsey Milne Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

  4. Submit before the closing date

    Closes 31 October 2026. 31 October 2026. Late applications are almost never accepted.

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About Subtrop Lindsey Milne

Subtrop, the South African Subtropical Growers' Association, runs this scheme in honour of Dr D L Milne.

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