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Inspiring the next generation into Food and Fibre careers is the aim of three significant free events for students in the Mid and Lower North Island. Agri Futures was established by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust to support youth studying Horticulture and Agriculture, and to create unique opportunities for partnership and connection within the […]

More than 300 students from eleven schools across the region, from Timaru to Hanmer Springs, participated in a series of engaging and educational modules.  These modules, supported by industry and training organisations coordinated by Agri Futures, provided practical experiences in various aspects of the food and fibre sector, including aquaculture, forestry, dairy, sheep and beef,

Agri Futures Clash of the Colleges, a dynamic initiative of the New Zealand Rural Games Trust, is set to take centre stage at the New Zealand Agricultural Show on Wednesday, November 15th. More than 300 students from eleven schools, spanning from Timaru to Hanmer Springs, are gearing up to compete in two rounds of thrilling

A new initiative trialled in Palmerston North and Manawatū is set to motivate, support, and empower more rangatahi (young people) to pursue rewarding food and fibre careers. Agri Futures Ahuwhenua ki te Anamata was established by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust to support youth studying Horticulture and Agriculture at high school, and to create

Secondary students from the lower and mid-central areas of the North Island interested in careers in food and fibre will be in Palmerston North on Friday, March 10th, for Agri Futures | Ahuwhenua ki te Anamata. The day comprises two events managed by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust: Allflex Clash of the Colleges |

Secondary students from the lower and mid-central areas of the North Island interested in careers in food and fibre descended on Palmerston North on Friday, March 10th, for the Allflex Clash of the Colleges | Te Tukinga Kura Tuarua. Managed by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust, the event sees secondary schools compete in a