Agbiz invites qualified students to apply for the 2026 Agbiz Centenary Bursary. Applications close on 1 December 2025.
What Is the Agbiz Centenary Bursary?
Agbiz is a big group that helps people who work in farms, food factories, and everything that brings food from the field to your plate. To celebrate over 100 years of helping farmers, they created the Agbiz Centenary Bursary. It is a money award for students who want to study business‑related subjects about farming and food. The goal is to give young researchers a chance to find new ways to grow the South African food system.
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Award | R47 500 for one year |
| Level | Master’s or PhD |
| Field | Any study that mixes agriculture with business, economics, supply chain, policy, or rural development |
| Who can apply | South African citizens studying at a recognised university |
| Deadline | 1 December 2025 |
| Contact | Email your application to policy@agbiz.co.za |
| Decision time | Mid‑January 2026 (only the chosen student will be notified) |
Who Should Think About This Bursary?
If any of these points sound like you, you might want to apply:
- You’re a South African citizen.
- You’re registered for a master’s or PhD program that starts in 2026.
- Your study is about agribusiness—things like:
- Agribusiness Management
- Agricultural Economics
- Food Chain Studies
- Agriculture Policy
- Rural Development
- Supply Chain & Logistics for farms
- Environmental Economics that touches agriculture
- You’re attending a university that is officially recognised in South Africa.
- You can send all the required documents before the deadline.
Step‑by‑Step How to Apply
- Get the application form – it’s attached to this notice. Fill it out completely.
- Gather your supporting documents
- A copy of your South African ID (certified)
- Proof you’re registered for the 2026 year or a letter that says you’ve been accepted
- Your full academic record (grades, transcripts)
- A research proposal or outline (if you already have one)
- Your CV (resume)
- Send everything by email to:
policy@agbiz.co.za
Make sure nothing is missing. - Submit before 1 December 2025 – Late applications will not be considered.
- Wait for the news – Only the winner will be told in mid‑January 2026. If you’re not chosen, you can try again next year.
Why This Bursary Matters
The food you eat comes from the work of many people in South Africa’s farming and food industries. These industries face challenges like climate change, messy supply chains, and making products more competitive. By funding research, Agbiz hopes to find smart solutions that help farmers, workers, and the economy.
If you want to help create better ways to grow and sell food, this bursary gives you money and support to study those ideas.
Quick FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What subjects count as “agribusiness management‑related”? | Anything that mixes agriculture with business, finance, economics, policy, or supply chain. |
| Can I still apply if I haven’t been formally admitted yet? | Yes, just show proof that you’ve applied and then send your admission confirmation when it comes. |
| Will this cover all my tuition and living costs? | No, it provides R47 500, which can help pay part of your fees or research expenses. |
| How many winners do they pick? | Just one student each year. |
| Will everyone who applies know if they got it? | Only the chosen student will be contacted. |
| Can I re‑apply next year if I don’t win this time? | Yes, as long as you still meet the eligibility criteria. |
Still Looking for More Bursaries?
If you’re searching for other scholarship opportunities that are open this year, check out the SETA Bursaries you can still apply for this year. It lists other funds that may fit your needs.
Final Notes
- This post is only meant to give you an overview.
- Agbiz can change or cancel the bursary at any time.
- Always double‑check the official form and the terms for the most accurate information.
- If you need help with your application, remember that Edupstairs does not decide on outcomes or talk to Agbiz directly.
Good luck, and remember: your research could help shape the future of South Africa’s food industry.
