Careers
We are currently seeking applicants for our 2025-26 Graduate Programme.
FAR Graduate Programme 2025-26
Are you a graduate with a degree in science, agriculture or agricultural commerce, looking for a career working with some of the world’s best cropping farmers?
The Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) provides graduate training for one graduate interested in a career within the arable industry. Our 18-month Graduate Programme has been specifically designed to introduce all aspects of the industry from research and agronomy to marketing. We are offering the opportunity to:
- Learn about all aspects of the New Zealand cropping industry.
- Be involved in field research from design to results’ analysis.
- Spend time with experienced agronomists and internationally recognised researchers.
- Make connections in the cropping industry throughout New Zealand.
Application process
Applications should include a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this programme, copies of your academic transcripts and the names of at least two referees (one should be from a course lecturer/supervisor).
They should be emailed to Melanie.bond@far.org.nz by Sunday 3 August.
If you have any questions about the programme, please also contact Melanie Bond.