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Primary ITO grows people. We lead work-based training in the food and fibre sector.
Support and funding available
Find out more about what funding is available including the Fees Free initiative and the Apprenticeship Boost programme.
We offer over 120 programmes of work-based training across many parts of the food and fibre sector. These range from short courses to New Zealand Certificates, Apprenticeships and Diplomas. There is sure to be something to suit you here.
Meet the people growing their future with Primary ITO! From first steps to award-winning success, we’re proud to support the next generation of industry leaders as they build their skills, confidence, and careers.
There are a number of ways you can enquire with us. If you would like further information on one of our programmes, or just have a general enquiry, please get in touch.
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After fifty years in horticulture and vocational education, Primary ITO Training Adviser Dom ‘the dominator’ Steenstra is retiring on 5 December to pursue retirement, or possibly a new career pathway.
In a small rural community in North Hokianga, school students are learning practical skills and gaining valuable farming experience through the Primary ITO Gateway programme.
On the rolling Canterbury plains near Methven, the third and fourth generation of the Molloy family are working the land and growing the knowledge of their dairy farm staff with Primary ITO.
Primary ITO vehicle and chainsaw micro-credentials are now available for self-employed owner-operators and people working in industries not related to the primary sector.