New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3), Strand in Fruit Production Information
This horticultural qualification is designed for people who are currently working in the horticulture industry and want to develop specific skills in fruit production.
This course is ideally suited to people who have a permanent position in the fruit production sector within the Bay of Plenty. Gain specific knowledge and skills in production growing and harvesting practices and processes, using a range of technologies to support your learning in the classroom and in the field.
It is designed to match the seasonal production cycle. You'll learn to work safely and effectively under limited supervision, with responsibility for your work.
Part-Time Study Options
Next Intake: June 2026 or October 2026 - Tauranga, Wider BOP/Other
Paper Name & Course Fees:
Grafting, Pruning & Training Fruit Crops - $194
Summer Canopy Practices in Fruit Crops - $194
Fruit Crop Pollination & Thinning - $130
Fruit Crop Husbandry - $194
*Student levy not included in these fees.
Part-Time Timetable:
Grafting, Pruning & Training Fruit Crops
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9am-4pm
Fruit Crop Husbandry
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9am-4pm
Summer Canopy Practices in Fruit Crops
Tuesday, Wednesday, 9am-4pm
Fruit Crop Pollination & Thinning
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9am-4pm
*Timetabling information is subject to change.