We offer a wide range of scholarships to support leaders from diverse industries, regions, and backgrounds. These scholarships help reduce or remove the financial barrier to participation and are made possible through partnerships with a variety of organisations and supporters.

You can apply for more than one scholarship if you meet the eligibility criteria. Please read each category carefully before selecting your preferences in the application form.

Scholarship Categories and Eligibility

Industry-Based Scholarships
These scholarships are intended for individuals working in or with specific industries:

• Cotton industry – Two scholarships: one for a cotton grower and one for someone in the supply chain or research.

• Dairy farming – For current dairy farmers; must be the applicant’s primary employment.

• Dairy farming (Victoria only) – As above, but for Victorian-based producers.

• Fisheries and seafood – For individuals working in or supporting Australia’s fishing and seafood industries.

• Grains industry – For professionals or leaders working in or on behalf of the grains sector.

• Horticulture Industry – For professionals or leaders working in or on behalf of the horticultural sector.

• Meat processing – Co-funded scholarship for someone employed in the meat processing sector (50% of the cost must be met by the employer or applicant).

• Red meat production – For current red meat producers; also co-funded (50% required).

• AgriFutures emerging or levied industries – For those working in industries such as chicken meat, honey bees, ginger, export fodder, thoroughbred horses, kangaroo, rice, buffalo, goat fibre, tea tree oil, and pasture seeds.

• Innovation in Agriculture – Includes a $20,000 bursary and requires a short proposal for an innovative project in agriculture. This will also fund an overseas study trip post-graduation.

Region-Based Scholarships
These support applicants based in specific regions of Australia:

• Central Australia – For leaders based in the Central Australian region.

• Northern Territory – For those based in the NT with a long-term commitment to the region.

• Queensland – For long-term QLD residents committed to contributing locally.

• South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia – State-based scholarships for local leaders.

Identity-Based Scholarships
These are intended to support equity and inclusion:

• First Nations identified scholarship – For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders.

• Torres Strait identified scholarship – For individuals who identify as Torres Strait Islander and live in the Torres Strait or Northern Peninsula Area.

Self-funded, Staff or Employer-Linked Scholarships
Available for specific organisations or through co-funding arrangements.

• Self-funded / Employer-supported – For applicants whose participation will be funded by their employer or personal sponsor.

• Open scholarships – Available to any applicant, regardless of sector or location.

• Other / not on list – Select this option if your situation doesn’t fit into the listed categories.

Important Note: While we aim to offer scholarships across all of the above categories, availability is not guaranteed and may vary from year to year depending on funding partners. Some scholarships are fully funded, while others require co-contribution from the applicant or employer.

We encourage all applicants to apply for any and all scholarships for which they meet the criteria.

Of course. If you work in the agribusiness sector, asking your employer to fund your place is a great professional development opportunity. 

Here are some tips for when you ask your employer to support you:

Each organisation has different processes or policies regarding employee development and training. You can usually find this information in your employee handbook or intranet, or you can contact your human resources (HR) team.

For smaller organisations, this may be just a conversation with your direct manager.

Speak with your manager about your career and leadership journey. Leadership development is different for everyone and requires an adaptive learning approach.

By talking to your manager about your career path and areas for development, you can begin the conversation on how to achieve your goals and what is best for your organisation.

Sometimes you just need to ask the question. This may be in an email or in person. To assist you in asking the question, we have prepared an example email below for you to send to the decision maker.

Hi <insert name>,

I’m emailing you as I’d like to discuss my career and leadership development within our organisation. I would like to develop my leadership capabilities and my networks within the agribusiness sector by undertaking a leadership program.

One opportunity I have identified is the Australian Agribusiness Leadership Program. It is a bespoke leadership development program for the agribusiness sector, in particular agribusiness leaders, who wish to increase their impact in the businesses and communities in which they live and work.

The 11-day program initiates structured pathways for future leadership development and offers access to a diverse, national alumni network of over 2000 rural, regional and remote leaders.

The dates and locations are:

– INSERT SESSION DATE

The program is an opportunity for me to meet and learn with influential agribusiness leaders and examine the complexity, challenges and opportunities for the Australian agribusiness sector. I would also build connections across a supportive network of leaders across the breadth of the sector.

The cost of the AALP is $15,510+ GST. I would pay the participant contribution of $220+ GST.

As the registration deadline for the program is INSERT DATE, I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this further with you at your earliest convenience.

Kind regards,

<insert name>.

If you would like us to contact your organisation directly, please contact us.

Yes, it does. Our programs are intentionally designed to foster deep learning, resilience, and growth by including elements of challenge and uncertainty. These experiences are created with inclusivity in mind, ensuring a safe space to navigate discomfort. The uncertainty is deliberate—it mimics the unpredictable challenges leaders often face, helping you develop the skills to adapt and thrive in the face of the unknown.

Your safety is paramount, and we hope you will not get sick or injured. We do have first aid officers on all programs to assist in an emergency.

Working while you’re in a session will significantly reduce your ability to focus and get the most out of it. It might also not be possible due to the location and schedule of the program. We, therefore, ask that you make prior arrangements with your workplace and inform them that you will not be able to work during program sessions.

We provide an immersive program experience. Therefore, mobile phones may be removed for periods to enhance your engagement and experience. Mobile phone reception may also not be available during some program periods. Your family will be provided with contact information to notify our facilitators in the event of an emergency.