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James Clark, 2026 Hugh Williams Memorial Scholarship Recipient.

For almost 50 years, Ravensdown has helped New Zealand farmers and growers succeed by investing in the expertise, science and innovation that underpin productive and sustainable farming.

Developing the next generation of agricultural leaders and innovators is essential to ensuring those same values endure for our shareholders well into the future.

That's why we're proud to continue supporting young people within the co-operative family who are pursuing careers in agriculture and horticulture through the Ravensdown Hugh Williams Memorial Scholarship.

Applications for the 2027 scholarship are now open, closing Wednesday 25 November 2026. 

If your child has completed their first year of undergraduate study in agriculture or horticulture at Lincoln or Massey University, they may be eligible to apply.

They could receive $5,000 towards their study for every year they have remaining in their full-time course.

About the Hugh Williams Memorial Scholarship

The Hugh Williams Memorial Scholarship was founded in memory of the late Hugh Williams, a Ravensdown director from 1987 to 2000.

The scholarship, for the children of Ravensdown shareholders, aims to encourage undergraduate study in an agricultural or horticultural degree.

You can read about James Clark, last year’s recipient, on our website.

Head to Hugh Williams Scholarship for more information including eligibility criteria and the application form.