AFGRI Offers 14 Farming Learnerships With 12 Months of Practical Training
AFGRI farming learnerships offer 14 unemployed applicants a year of practical development in crop and animal farming. The 2026/27 programme combines workplace and off-the-job learning under a 12-month fixed-term contract. Applications close on 28 October 2026.
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AFGRI farming learnerships at a glance
| Reference | AO-2494; advertised 20 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Placement | Vastfontein Training Farm, Pretoria North |
| Eligibility | Unemployed South African citizens with Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification |
| Preference | Women and people with disabilities |
| Learning | Crop and animal farming, work experience and contributions to team projects |
| Remuneration | Market related; no exact amount disclosed |
Check the commitment as well as the qualification
Before applying, consider whether you can attend the farm throughout the programme. The location is an important practical condition, not a promise of accommodation or relocation support. Write down questions about transport, the training schedule and personal costs for any interview or offer discussion. Do not make financial commitments on the assumption that selection is certain.
Explain your interest in farming honestly
A focused motivation can describe which aspect of crop or animal farming interests you and why you want structured training. If you have relevant school, household or community experience, describe what you actually did and what you learnt. Do not describe casual observation as professional agricultural employment. The advert does not list previous farming employment as compulsory, but that is not a guarantee that experience will be ignored in selection.
Prepare an application that is easy to check
Use a clear CV that makes your completed qualification and current contact details easy to locate. Keep your qualification evidence and identity document available if the recruitment portal requests them. These are preparation suggestions, not a substitute for the exact upload requirements displayed during application. Check filenames, readability and consistency before uploading.
Apply against the correct reference
Use the official listing below and confirm AO-2494 before continuing through the recruitment system. Complete required fields accurately and retain any acknowledgement. AFGRI says only shortlisted applicants will receive correspondence; it advises treating the application as unsuccessful if no response arrives within 30 days after closing. Continue pursuing other suitable opportunities while waiting.
Official application
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Frequently asked questions
Is an exact stipend advertised?
No. The salary field is market related, so a specific monthly amount cannot be promised.
Does the learnership guarantee a permanent job?
The advertised contract is fixed term. Do not treat training as a guaranteed permanent appointment.
Do I need previous farming employment?
It is not listed among the published minimum requirements. Your application should still explain your interest and readiness to learn accurately.
Compare other learnerships and apprenticeships on Reign Gigs if the location, qualification or closing date does not suit your circumstances. Each employer sets its own selection requirements.
Before submitting your AFGRI farming learnerships application, check that your telephone number works and that you can access the email address on your CV. Save a copy of the advert and your submitted documents so you can refer to the same reference if contacted. If invited to an assessment, confirm the venue and instructions through the employer’s recruitment channel. These are practical preparation steps, not additional eligibility requirements or promises that AFGRI will invite every applicant.
