Warakirri Cropping

Available to applicants enrolled or intending to enrol in Year 1 of the Agriculture Program or Year 1 of the Agribusiness Program.

Warakirri Asset Management is a leader in Australian agricultural investment management with over 25 years’ experience in acquiring, developing and operating agricultural assets on behalf of institutional investors. 

Over this period, Warakirri has developed an in-depth understanding of the investment principles which are critical for the success of institutional agricultural investments. 

Warakirri Asset Management is the trustee and asset manager of Warakirri Cropping. Warakirri Cropping is a large-scale broadacre grain producer that owns and operates ten large-scale cropping aggregations totalling approximately 155,000 hectares and production potential in excess of 400,000 tonnes of grain per annum. 

Warakirri Cropping employs 100 full-time and 50 casual farm staff who are responsible for the day-to-day management of the properties. On-farm employees are supported by a specialised management and administration team based in Melbourne. Contract service providers are utilised for some farming operations. 

The scholarship recipient is highly encouraged to undertake their Industry Placement at Warakirri Cropping.

1. How does your passion for Australian Agriculture drive your motivation, and what are your future aspirations within the industry?
2. Describe what the scholarship would mean to you.
3. What are your career goals and aspirations?