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Young Horticulturist of the Year
Held in November each year, the Young Horticulturist Competition is a grand final that brings together the best young talent in horticulture. The finalists are drawn from sector competitions (such as Young Plant Producer) and compete in a range of challenges including practical skills, industry expertise, leadership ability, business knowledge and communication.
The next step.
The Young Plant Producer winner gains automatic entry into the Young Horticulturist of the Year competition, representing the plant production industry against the rest of the wider industry.
If selected as a finalist, you must be available to compete in the Young Horticulturist of the Year competition in Auckland in November 2024. Young Plant Producer will support you on this journey, providing you with extra training, mentorship and support, as well as covering the costs of travel and accommodation.
Accelerate your career
The winner of Young Plant Producer will go on to represent the plant production industry at the Young Horticulturist of the Year, with a prize pool of more than $20,000.
Read about Shanna Hickling’s incredible trip to California as part of her Young Horticulturist grand prize.