The Lindsey Milne Bursary 2027 supports students who want to build careers in South Africa’s subtropical fruit industry. The bursary is aimed at BSc Agriculture students, preferably majoring in Horticultural Science or Agricultural Economics.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: South African Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop)
Opportunity type: Agriculture-industry bursary
Who it’s for: Students preparing for careers in the avocado, mango, litchi and wider subtropical fruit industries
Study level: Undergraduate BSc Agriculture
Preferred fields: Horticultural Science and Agricultural Economics
Closing date: 31 October 2026
Last verified: 16 July 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
The bursary is awarded initially for one year and may be extended depending on academic progress. Funding is intended for undergraduate study rather than postgraduate study.
Recipients may be required to work for Subtrop for one year for each funded year, provided a position is available. Students are also encouraged to focus projects and seminars on subtropical crops such as avocado, mango and litchi.
About the sponsor
The Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme honours Dr DL Milne’s contribution to the subtropical fruit industry. Funding is provided by Subtrop, which represents the South African avocado, mango and litchi grower associations.
What it covers
The award value is determined according to each successful applicant’s circumstances and is reviewed annually. Funding is intended to assist with study towards a career in the South African subtropical fruit industry.
Eligibility
- Must be studying towards a BSc Agriculture degree
- Preference is given to students majoring in Horticultural Science or Agricultural Economics
- Must intend to pursue a career in South Africa’s subtropical fruit industry
- Must accept the contractual and work-back conditions where a suitable position is available
- Must submit a complete application and supporting documents before the deadline
Documents to prepare
- Completed Lindsey Milne Bursary application form
- Motivation letter written in the applicant’s own words
- Identity document
- Matric certificate
- University academic record
- Brief CV, maximum two pages
- Details of other bursaries or scholarships held
- Contact details for three references
Closing date
31 October 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying for a qualification unrelated to the subtropical fruit industry
- Submitting an AI-generated or copied motivation letter
- Leaving out the university academic record or reference details
- Assuming postgraduate study is covered by this particular bursary scheme
- Ignoring the possible work-back requirement
How this opportunity was verified
Verified against the sponsor-owned Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme and application form hosted by Subtrop. The document confirms the supported degree focus, annual 31 October deadline, work-back conditions and required documents.
How to apply
- Download and complete the Lindsey Milne Bursary application form.
- Prepare your motivation letter, ID, Matric certificate, university record, CV and reference details.
- Email the complete application to delane@subtrop.co.za.
- Submit before the closing date.