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At Telford, we offer a hands-on learning experience like no other, preparing you for the challenges and rewards of the agricultural sector. Whether you’re interested in farming, equine, or land-based trades, our industry-leading courses provide you with the skills and real-world experience to stand out. With 2026 enrolments now open, take the first step toward a rewarding career by joining one of New Zealand’s top agricultural training providers. Apply today and start shaping your future!
Jayda Prue has conquered fears and physical challenges to become a top agricultural student at Telford.
Gina Stiehl knew she wanted to have a career with horses ever since she was young, but it wasn't until she got her own horse in 2013, the passion really started evolving.
Lisa Bonenkamp started her study journey at Telford like many other students, getting an idea of what the rural polytechnic had on offer at one of its Taster Camps.
Brought up on a dairy farm at Maungaturoto in Northland, Miss Coates decided to study for a diploma in agriculture at the SIT Telford campus in 2015, rather than stick with dairying.
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She has swapped monkeys and tigers for dairy cows and is loving the change of animal.
A job loss has brought Mosgiel man Steve Morris back to his agricultural roots, and the 55-year-old is glad of it.
Central Otago seems a strange place for a marine master in command to end up. And working on a farm, stranger still. However, Malaysian-born and raised Reynold Alvins is loving it.
The Southern Institute of Technology is planning to introduce or update forestry, apiculture, horticulture and aquaculture courses to cater for the increasing demand for primary sector workers.
One of our students (Alejandro) on the current intake for the Agricultural Contractor Training has produced a fantastic video while with us.
Telford students discuss the Tenstar tractor simulator.
Richard Woodhead shares his thoughts on launching a career in the agriculture sector.
Chris Hughes shares his thoughts on launching a career in the agriculture sector.
Penny Simmonds shares information about the Agricultural Contractor Training.
David Kean shares his thoughts on launching a career in the agriculture sector.
Southern-based rural contractors have lent machinery and support to three training initiatives aimed at attracting those who’ve lost jobs to work in the farming and contracting sector.
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