A Buloke Shire farmer has received a scholarship of up to $10,000 from the State Government as part of a $125,000 Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarships program.
Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford congratulated Joseph Watts of Slaty Creek, included in the fifth round of scholarships at an awards ceremony at Parliament House.
Upskill and Invest Young Farmer Scholarships are valued up to $10,000 a farmer – with $5000 to develop skills through training and study in areas such as farm management, financial literacy, product development or innovative farming techniques and making sure the next generation of leaders are developing world-class skills.
After completing studies, recipients are eligible for an additional funding boost of up to $5000 to invest on-farm or in professional development – putting their new skills into practice and boosting their businesses.
