Scholarship overview
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Founded by Rob Craig and his wife Maree in 1983, Punchbowl has grown from its Patumahoe roots into a major player in New Zealand’s horticulture sector. The company name reflects the Craig family's 1860s settlement property south of Oamaru.
From a small 11-acre orchard, Punchbowl has become a horticultural powerhouse, combining cutting-edge technology with strong family and community values. Based in rural South Auckland, they operate orchards, a high-tech packhouse, and coolstorage facilities across Auckland and Northland.
As a family-hybrid business, Punchbowl’s mission is to ‘Grow Greatness’, delivering top-quality kiwifruit, investing in community, and fostering career growth. Their innovative fund supports educational opportunities for deserving students, helping grow future community leaders.
What you'll be studying
This is an undergraduate scholarship. You will be enrolled in any year and studying one of the following degrees (or similar qualification) at Massey University :
- Bachelor of Agricultural Science
- Bachelor of Horticultural and Plant Systems
- Bachelor Agribusiness
Eligibility criteria
We're looking for applicants who are able to demonstrate commitment and passion for the horticulture industry and who have values which align with Punchbowl: Caring, Innovative, and Energetic
Application checklist
Include the following with your application:
- a statement outlining your commitment and passion for the horticulture industry and your potential to contribute to the horticultural industry in the future
- a statement demonstrating your alignment with Punchbowl's company values: Caring, Innovative, and Energetic
- an academic reference from a suitable Massey staff member who is familiar with your strengths and abilities
Selection considerations
When selecting our recipient, we will consider your academic merit, demonstrated commitment and passion for the horticulture industry and your alignment with Punchbowl’s Company Values: Caring, Innovative, and Energetic. We may also consider your references.
Punchbowl
Punchbowl PackCo is a specialist provider that services New Zealand kiwifruit growers. We are an integrated business that owns and operates managed and leased orchards and runs a busy seasonal packhouse and cool-store facility. With state-of-the-art packhouse technologies, we believe in continuous improvement, innovation, growth and service excellence.