Apply for the Hand-Picked Professional Farming Programme This is a six-month, skills development programme based in Hammarsdale (KZN) & Kenilworth (Cape Town), designed to equip young South Africans with the tools. Knowledge and hands-on experience to thrive in modern horticulture.
What You’ll Gain:
- Practical training in hybrid-hydroponics incubators
- Online coursework with NQF level 5 credits
- Certificate of completion from UniVen (University of Venda)
- R3500 monthly allowance
- Access to cutting-edge agri-tech
- Networking & career connections
Modules Include:
- Introduction to horticulture of the future
- Introduction to future-facing, soil-less vegetable farming
- Future farming vs. climate change
- Growing for the future
- Planting for the future
- Feeding plants for the future
- Plant care for the future
- Controlled Environmental Agriculture for the future
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 18 – 33 years old
- Be currently unemployed
- Hold a valid South African ID
- Have a tertiary qualification in Agriculture
- Be based in Hammarsdale (and surrounds) or Cape Town and able to travel to your job placement
We’re looking for:
- Passionate individuals eager to grow
- A strong willingness to learn
- Team players and community-minded individuals
- Resilient, self-motivated future leaders
Plant the seeds of your future today.
Opening Dates: 29 October – 6 November 2025
COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION FORM HERE
