Dr Eric Ojala Postgraduate Scholarship in Agricultural Policy Research

The Dr Eric Ojala Postgraduate Scholarship in Agricultural Policy Research is designed for master's and doctoral students undertaking research primarily in the field of agricultural policy and strategy studies. The scholarship was established in 1986 through The Venture Trust Inc. (now formally known as the Eric Ojala Sub-Trust of the Massey University Foundation) with the aim to encourage, promote and assist research and development in New Zealand agriculture and land based science. The scholarship supports research involving agricultural policy and strategy, agricultural trade and markets, agricultural economics, farm management, and food technology. The word 'agriculture' is broadly interpreted to include any productive activity on rural land, including forestry and horticulture. Successful recipients will use the funds to support their research costs and will acknowledge the Eric Ojala Sub Trust in any publications resulting from the research. The scholarship offers $5,000 for master's students and $8,000 for doctoral students, with up to two awards available annually.