Preparing for a great future in agriculture
We’ve teamed up with Young Farmers and DairyNZ to create a one-stop career hub for young people considering a career in agriculture – Get Ahead.
The Get Ahead careers programme promotes the diverse range of rewarding jobs across the farming sector, dispelling the idea that working on a farm is the only agricultural career option.
As well as on-farm jobs, it promotes roles that help farmers to grow a profitable business – such as rural bankers, farm consultants, scientists and vets. All secondary schools in New Zealand can take part every two years.
The Get Ahead website is packed with videos, quizzes, photo galleries and personal stories of young people who have carved out amazing agricultural careers. There are also resources for teachers and parents. Get inspired on the Get Ahead website
Experience days
Get Ahead experience days are a fun and practical way to find out about different kinds of agricultural careers. Ten experience days are held throughout the country in May and June, with speakers and activities showcasing how every job in the agricultural industry contributes to food production in New Zealand.
School visits and presentations
This year we will visit 140 schools throughout New Zealand. This will help to strengthen our relationships with teaching staff and careers advisors and give them the opportunity to gain a better understanding of what the agriculture industry and the Get Ahead programme can offer their students.
In2 The Field mentor programme
There’s nothing quite as motivating as your peers. The In2 the Field programme connects students and successful young role models in business, science and on-farm roles.
Students pick up advice and inspiration during one-on-one time with a young industry mentor in their field of interest. Find out more on the Get Ahead website
TeenAg Competition
If you love the National Bank Young Farmer contest but aren’t old enough to enter, you’ll love TeenAg. It’s a competition set up as a precursor to the Young Farmer Contest, open to all members of TeenAg clubs. Find out more about TeenAg