The Primary Industries are the backbone of New Zealand’s economy – and they’re always looking for aspirants with the right skills.
UCOL’s Primary Industries programmes includes agriculture, beekeeping, dairy, fencing, shearing and ag contracting. These programmes are taught by industry professionals and delivered through hands-on learning in real environments.
The future of our primary industries won’t look the same, and our Government has pointed out the need for diverse, innovative new people and skills. The demand for qualified employees is growing rapidly, so be ready to help shape our country’s future success.
Want to learn a bit more about what’s on offer and kick-starting your career in New Zealand’s most essential sector? We recommend trying out the free, Taratahi Food & Fibre: Taster Camps.

Free short courses

Free short courses
Other Programmes
Duration: 2-6 weeks
Start:
Jan 2021
Location: Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (near Masterton)
Taster Camp various topics below
Duration: 3 weeks
Monday to Friday
Start:
February
Location: Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (near Masterton)
Duration: 2 weeks
Monday to Friday
Start:
Jan/Mar/Apr
Location: Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (near Masterton)
Duration: 2 weeks
Monday to Friday
Start:
Feb/Mar/Apr/May
Location: Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (near Masterton)
Duration: 2 weeks
Monday to Friday
Start:
February
Location: Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (near Masterton)
Duration: 6 weeks
Start:
Feb/Apr
Location: Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (near Masterton)

Basic Beekeeping

Basic Beekeeping
Certificates
Level 3
Duration: 18 weeks
Start:
February/July
Location: UCOL Wairarapa in Masterton

Conservation

Conservation
Certificates
Level 4
Duration: 41 weeks
Start:
February
Location: Pūkaha Mt Bruce
In School (programmes for current secondary school students)
Level 3
Duration:
Start:
February
Location: UCOL Wairarapa
Other Programmes
Duration: One week
Start:
14 Dec 2020
Location: Pūkaha Mt Bruce

Farming

Farming
Diplomas
Level 5
Duration: 12-18 weeks
Start:
March
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Certificates
Level 3
Duration: 26 weeks, full-time (including two weeks holiday)
Start:
June
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North and UCOL Wairarapa Campus in Masterton
Duration: 12-18 weeks
Start:
February
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North and Taratahi
with optional strands in Specialist Equipment, and Infrastructure.