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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.
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.
For the whole of 2024, nearly all agriculture and horticulture training through Primary ITO is now up to 50%* off! *Terms and conditions apply.
Whether you’re an up-and-coming orchard supervisor looking to enhance your career, or a farm owner wanting to update your business skills, the diploma will help you effectively manage a successful primary industry business in today’s changing environment.
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Latest news
More newsWhile many 17-year-olds are still deciding on career options, Sophie White’s passion for farming and practical experience through Primary ITO has landed her a place at the prestigious Smedley Station and Cadet Training School in 2025.
Primary ITO has launched a new dairy short course providing an affordable and flexible option for all dairy farm staff, no matter what visa or residency status they have.
A Covid-19 lockdown led to Primary ITO learner Farrah Richards discovering a completely different career path – horticulture, in which she is already sowing the seeds of success.
Anna England grew up with a love of plants, not realising this would sow the seed to a rewarding and award-winning career in the horticulture industry.