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Primary ITO grows people. We lead work-based training in the food and fibre sector.

Support and funding available

Find out more about what funding is available including the Fees Free initiative and the Apprenticeship Boost programme.

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Programmes across the primary sector

We offer over 120 programmes of work-based training across many parts of the food and fibre sector.
These range from short courses to New Zealand Certificates, Apprenticeships and Diplomas.

There is sure to be something to suit you here.

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New to industry?

New Zealand's primary industries are full of lots of exciting opportunities.

To train with us you will need to be employed unless you are still at school and doing a programme through us.

If you are not yet employed we have lots of information about where you can find a job, what each sector is all about and more!

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The best projects need the best supervisors
Arboriculture is a highly specialised trade and the demands on supervisors are also highly specialised. That’s why Primary ITO | Te Pūkenga has launched a new Level 5 New Zealand Certificate in Arboriculture Supervisory Operations strand.
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Learning opportunities set successful career path
Waikato Dairy Manager of the Year Runner Up Sicelo Nene is very thankful for being able to learn about the New Zealand dairy industry and gain qualifications while he works his way up in the industry.
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Learning together supports dairy business
Waimakariri contract milkers Kirstie and Wayne Pritchard wouldn’t be without the support and opportunities that Primary ITO | Te Pūkenga offers to their business.
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Primary ITO programme sets trainee up for awards and career success
Natasha Price grew up on a dairy farm but never considered a career in dairy farming. Her plans changed due to the Covid-19 disruption and now she’s an award-winning dairy trainee with goals for a successful future in dairying.