Future Farrming Papa Taiao Earthcare 

This year we are excited to start Papa Taiao Earthcare’s Future Farming Programme in Mohua/Golden Bay! This course mixes innovative new practices with important skills for farming.

Future Farming is made for Year 11 to 13 ākonga (students) who thrive in a practical learning environment. Every week there will be visits to farmers, contractors and food lovers in the community.

What you will learn:
• Soil science
• Water management
• Basic chainsaw skills
• Pest plant management
• Mammalian pest management
• Forestry
• Apiculture
• Fencing
• High value food production in the Bay

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On completion of this course you will be able to:

Open and close beehives under close supervision.

Open and draw out a coil of wire, tie knots, join wire, and prepare wire for transport and storage.

Note: Some unit standards may change. Final information on the standards specific to your course will be available prior to starting your programme.

Key Details

NCEA:
Level 2
Starts:
Feb/March 2026 TBC
Time:

9am to 2.30pm Fridays

Provider:
Papa Taiao
Location:

Golden Bay / Mohua

Note: If circumstances change there could be mixed models of delivery e.g online, face to face one day per week or block options.

Training Pathways

  • NZ Certificate in Apiculture (Level 2 & Level 3 & Level 4)
  • Kaitiaki Whenua – Trainee Ranger
  • NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2)
  • NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (Level 3)
  • NZ Certificate in Agriculture (Level 3)
  • NZ Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3)
  • NZ Certificate in Pest Operations – Urban Pest Control (Level 3)
  • NZ Certificate in Conservation (Operations)(Level 4)

Employment Opportunities

Employment opportunities

  • Agriculture or Horticulture Farmer
  • Trainee Ranger (Kaitiaki Whenua)
  • Predator Control Contractor
  • Fencing Contractor
  • Forestry Worker
  • Beekeeper
  • Food and Fibre Future Scientist

Would you like to apply?

If this sounds like you, get in touch with your Trades Academy Co-ordinator at your school or or apply online.
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