Potatoes South Africa’s bursary applications are now open: Eligible students are invited to apply for funding for the 2026 academic year

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Potatoes South Africa’s bursary applications are now open: Eligible students are invited to apply for funding for the 2026 academic year

DEADLINE: 31 October 2025

Potatoes South Africa is offering bursaries for the 2026 academic year, specifically for students pursuing agricultural fields related to potatoes. The application deadline is October 31, 2025. Applications must be submitted online. Eligible students must be South African citizens, have completed Matric, and be studying or planning to study full-time at a recognized South African tertiary institution in a relevant agricultural field.

Key Details:

Bursary Provider: Potatoes South Africa (Potatoes SA).
Application Deadline: October 31, 2025.
Eligible Fields: Agricultural fields related to potatoes, including Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Plant/Crop Production, and Soil Science.
Levels: Undergraduate (2nd year and above) and Postgraduate (Honours, Masters, or PhD with a potato-related topic).
Citizenship: South African citizens only.
Application: Apply online via the Potatoes SA website.
Required Documents: Include ID, Matric certificate, latest academic records, proof of enrollment/admission, and proof of income (or affidavit) for parents/guardians.