This large-scale, province-wide agricultural placement programme will run during the 2026-2028 financial years and is aimed at giving youths real farm-based experience in crops, livestock, citrus, poultry, subtropical farming and mixed farming enterprises.
Remuneration: R7 860,50.
Programme Type: Internship / Placement / Developmental Programme
Target Group: Unemployed Agricultural youths
No. of Interns: x135
Province: Limpopo
Fixed Term: 24 months (contract)
Best Before: 13 February 2026 at 16:00
Placement Districts:
- Mopani
- Vhembe
- Sekhukhune
- Waterberg
- Capricorn
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Qualification
- Grade 12, plus
- NQF Level 6 qualification or higher (Diploma or Degree) in Agriculture or related fields, recognised by SAQA
- Priority Conditions (Very Important)
- Preference is given to Limpopo-based unemployed graduates
- Applicants must be entering a government internship/developmental programme for the first time
- Applicants who already participated in a government internship with a PERSAL number for 12+ months will be automatically disqualified
Equity Targets
- 50–55% women
- 80% youth (18–35 years)
- 20% graduates aged 36–40
- 3% persons with disabilities
Other Conditions
- Private studies are not allowed during the programme
- Willingness to work abnormal hours is required
- Fixed-term contract not exceeding 24 months
- Placement will be done according to district of residence and departmental needs
Duties
- Farm management support
- Crop scouting and monitoring
- Livestock disease control
- Dipping and dosing of animals
- Livestock identification
- Spraying operations
- Record keeping and reporting
- Packaging, loading and off-loading produce
- Marketing of agricultural products
- Identifying new markets
- Supervising workers
- Assisting with farm and production plans
Internship Opportunities by District
Applicants must apply using the correct reference number for their district.
1) Sekhukhune District
Ref No: LDARD SEKH1/1/2026
- Includes citrus, crop, animal, subtrop and table grape farms (multiple placements).
2) Mopani District
Ref No: LDARD MOP2/1/2026
- Includes citrus estates, crop farms and agri-investment projects.
3) Vhembe District
Ref No: LDARD VHE3/1/2026
- Subtropical crops and mixed farming enterprises.
4) Waterberg District
Ref No: LDARD WAT4/1/2026
- Includes poultry, animal production, crop farms and agricultural schools.
5) Capricorn District
Ref No: LDARD CAP5/1/2026
- Crop, citrus and animal production enterprises.
How to apply:
NB: follow these steps carefully.
Step 1: Update Your CV
- Ensure your CV is agriculture-focused and clear.
Step 2: Prepare Certified Documents
Attach:
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Academic transcript
- Proof of residence (recommended)
- Proof of unemployment (optional but helpful)
Step 3: Apply to the Correct District
- You must apply in the district where you live.
Step 4: Quote the Correct Reference Number
- This is Important
Step 5: Submit Before Due date
- 13 February 2026 at 16:00
Where to submit your applications
- Mopani: Private Bag X577, Giyani 0826 OR Old Parliamentary Building, Giyani
- Waterberg: Private Bag X1048, Modimolle 0510 OR NTK Building, Modimolle
- Capricorn: Private Bag X28, Chuenespoort 0745 OR Block 28, Lebowakgomo
- Sekhukhune: Private Bag X01, Chuenespoort 0745 OR Block 27, Lebowakgomo
- Vhembe: Private Bag X2247, Sibasa 0970 OR Makwarela Government Offices
