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Young plant producers’ competition opens

Anna England Young Plant Producer winner from 2024

Applications for Young Plant Producer 2025 in New Zealand are now open.  This year’s competition takes place at Lincoln University on 24-25 June. Source: Timberbiz

Young people who are 30 years or under by December 31, 2025 and working in the plant production industry are eligible to enter.

The event provides:

  • Hands-on industry experience
  • Expert mentorship
  • Networking opportunities
  • A NZ$3,000 career development fund
  • A shot at the Young Horticulturist of the Year with a prize pool worth $20,000+

The 2024 Young Plant Producer Anna England went on to win Young Horticulturist of the Year. She is using some of her winnings to visit overseas plant production operations this year and learn more about the latest tech.

To find out more and apply, visit the Young Plant Producer website.

https://www.youngplantproducer.co.nz/enter-now