After a successful pilot programme with Northern Ireland dairy farmers, the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust have made the 2025 Next-Gen Scholarships available to a wider group of young farmers, including Scottish poultry producers.
Available to applicants between the ages of 18 and 24, the programme aims to develop young talent within the industry.
Two scholarships will be offered, one of which is for poultry applicants residing in Scotland only.
For successful candidates, the 30-day study programme will take place in June 2025 and give them the opportunity to develop their understanding of the industry while also building networks and future opportunities.
After an induction, they will spend the next month staying on farms with members of the Nuffield Farming Poultry group.
Tom Rawson, chair of the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust, said: “We know the challenges that young people face to establish themselves in our industry, and this scholarship uses the Nuffield Farming network to connect promising young people directly to farmers with a wealth of knowledge and experience.”
Applications close on 31 January 2025. For more information and to apply go to https://www.nuffieldscholar.org/scholarships/nuffield-farming-next-gen-scholarship.