Ag's Next Gen: How the Horizon Scholarship is Cultivating the Future Leaders of Australian Agriculture

In this episode, hear from two inspiring young people, Tess Cook and Ben Peden, who both participated in the 2023 AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship Program.

Tess comes from a cattle and cropping property in central Queensland and is now studying veterinary science, while Ben grew up in Sydney with no agricultural background before discovering a passion for the sector through high school and university.

Both Tess and Ben share how the Horizon Scholarship has been transformative for them, opening their eyes to the incredible diversity of the agricultural sector and providing invaluable networking, professional development and personal growth opportunities.

Listen to them discuss their experience taking part in the Program including overcoming imposter syndrome, getting comfortable being uncomfortable, and finding their voice to share bold ideas.

The program has helped them build confidence, expand their perspectives, and discover new pathways they never would have considered before.

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Want to gain the skills to drive innovation and growth in your industry? Apply now for one of the 2025 AgriFutures Learning and Development Opportunities for the chance to secure an AgriFutures-sponsored position in up to nine nationally renowned programs including the Horizon Scholarships (applications close Friday, 15 January 2025).