South Australian Ag Bureau Scholarships

Several bursaries are now open for nomination:
• Peter Olsen Fellowship Award for young farmers 18-35 – $8000 grant to provide further development of personal and professional skills, to the benefit of their business and industry.
• Rural Youth Bursary for rural persons 18-30 – $5000 grant as sponsorship towards pursuing further study in a career to the benefit of the community.
• Applicants for the Rural Youth Bursary and Peter Olsen Fellowship will be considered for the Australian Year of the Farmer 2012 Award (AYOF) – $1500 grant to provide the opportunity to share their knowledge and experience with other young people at the AYOF farming expo.
Nominations for all awards close 17 August 2012 and winners will be announced at the Agricultural Bureau Spirit of Excellence Awards in Kimba on 10th September. More information from Yvonne Correll, ABA Awards Coordinator – 0438 273 264.