Background of MSc Plant Breeding Project:

In the first stage field evaluation in sugarcane breeding at SASRI, the genotypes within family plots are planted using tram-line plot configuration. Tramline plot configuration is when two adjacent rows are planted followed by an unplanted row. The unplanted row is used to provide easy access to the individual genotypes plots during yield measurements, disease inspections, eldana damage assessment and final genotype evaluation for selection and advancement. However, the unplanted row provides extra space for vigorous genotypes to exploit and grow larger. The effect on genotypes of the extra space provided by the unplanted row is not known. Further, if genotypes react differently when provided with extra space, the results of yield measurements may also vary and not be correlated to the results obtained when the genotypes are planted under normal commercial planting. In normal commercial planting, there is no tramline and continuous rows are planted. If the bias is significant, the tramline may result is selection of a significant proportion of genotypes that would not possess high yield under normal planting as is practiced during commercial planting. Understanding the impact of plot configurations on genetic and breeding parameters will increase accuracy of data and selection in the first stage of sugarcane breeding in South Africa.

Objectives of the Project:

The objectives of this study are to determine the genetic and breeding parameters for yield, quality, pest and disease traits under tramline and commercial planting plot configurations, determine phenotypic and genetic correlations under tramline and commercial plot configurations and evaluate implication on family evaluation, estimates of breeding values and field selection. The results from this study will be used to optimise the first stage of SASRI sugarcane breeding programmes.

The ideal candidate must have:

• BSc or BSc Hons in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Crop Science, Horticulture and Agronomy with a minor in Statistics.
• Strong academic background in the fields of genetics, plant breeding, quantitative genetics and statistics.
• Good knowledge and understanding of statistical data analysis using statistical software and experimental design is essential. However, further practical training will be provided.
• Possess critical thinking and analytical skills as well as the ability to work in a diverse team.

What the Bursary Offers:

This post-graduate bursary offers tuition fees and board and lodging on site at our Sugarcane Research Institute in Mount Edgecombe. The successful candidate will be based at SASRI (Mount Edgecombe) and will register with one of the South African Universities

The ideal candidate will have the following competencies:

Ability

• Critically review scientific literature
• Write a scientific research paper
• Analyse data and provide recommendations

Experience

• Analyising data and providing recommendations
• Preparing and presenting a research proposal
• Working with field trials

Knowledge

• Plant Breeding or Genetics at Honours level
• Statistical research methods applicable to Plant Breeding or Genetics research

How to apply? (details about the employer and the stipend to be paid to successful candidates)

To apply for this masters bursaries at SASA CLICK HERE

About The Employer

The South African Sugar Association (SASA) provides a diverse range of highly specialised services to the South African sugar industry and our activities are funded in the main by the sugarcane growers and sugar milling companies. Our mission is to provide specialist services that enhance the profitability, global competitiveness and sustainability of the South African sugar industry.

Employer & Job Benefits

• Our highly sought after post-graduate bursary / research programme offers tuition fees
• board and lodging on site at our Sugarcane Research Institute in Mount Edgecombe together with a monthly stipend of R5000 and numerous other benefits.

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Within the framework of the Scarce Skills Talent Pipeline and Human Resource Recruitment Policy, the selection of candidates is based on the following criteria: • Applicants must show proof of admission (provisional admission) to a higher educational institution for any of the above qualifications • Applicants must have been a permanent resident in the Gauteng Province for at least one year prior to application • Applicants must be studying or intending to study full time at a recognised institution of higher learning in Gauteng Province

• Preference will be given to those who excel academically and/or demonstrate potential • Preference will be given to those who are not currently benefiting from any other bursary scheme • Women, people with disabilities and people living in designated rural areas are encouraged to apply.

How to apply?

You can download the application form by CLICKING HERE. Or you can go fetch an application form from the reception area of Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ground Floor, Diamond Building, 11 Diagonal Street, Johannesburg.

Applicants are required to forward their applications directly via post to: Human Resources Development, Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, PO Box 8769, Johannesburg 2000 or hand delivery to the above-mentioned address.

For further enquiries, please contact Mr Riaan Beukes at (011) 240-2607 or Mr Livhuwani Mutswana at (011) 240-2590.

Closing date: 28 November 2016

If you do not receive a response from the Department by the end of January 2017, consider your application unsuccessful.

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Requirements for the SITFE Bursaries

• You have to be a South African citizen, who is a resident of either KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga (the sugarcane producing provinces).
• You must be studying or intending to study towards a qualification in Agriculture, Science and Engineering.

Before you can even think about applying we advice you to download the SITFE Bursary Brochure 2014 by clicking here (CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD)

Go through the brochure and understand the various bursaries and fields available and then you are ready to apply.

TO APPLY CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2014 SITFE Bursary Application Form. Fill it in and return it to:

The Programme Administrator

Sugar Industry Trust Fund for Education

South African Sugar Association

PO Box 700

Mount Edgecombe

4300

OR hand-delivered to: The Programme Administrator, External Affairs Division, South African Sugar Association, 170 Flanders Drive, Mount Edgecombe, 4300

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What are the minimum requirements for the Nestle Bursary Programme in 2014?

• You have to be in your 2nd or 3rd year studying towards a degree or diploma in any of the following:
  • Agriculture
  • Food Science or Food Technology
  • Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• You MUST achieve an average of over 65% in your studies.
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office
• MUST be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
• Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.

How to apply for the Nestlé Bursary Programme

The application process is entirely online. CLICK HERE TO APPLY. PLEASE NOTE THAT CLOSING DATE IS 26 JUNE 2013

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W K KELLOGG (USA) FOUNDATION SOUTHERN AFRICAN SHOLARSHIP

The Foundation has appointed Career Wise to administer scholarships for fellows (Scholarship recipients) to attend internationally accredited academic institutions within South Africa, including financial assistance in the form of tuition fees, accommodation and meals, stipends and allowances to cover the cost of books, transport, living expenses, study visas and mandatory membership of a medical aid.

Career Wise will allocate mentors to provide ongoing personal and academic support and guidance to each fellow (Scholarship recipient) and will be responsible for the administration of all payments both to the institutions as well as personal allowances. Fellows (Scholarship recipients) will be required to attend leadership and life skills courses in South Africa and also undertake community service related to their field of study within their communities in their country of origin during their vacations.

FIELDS OF STUDY

Studies are limited to one of the following disciplines at the under graduate or post graduate level at an internationally accredited university or college within South Africa:

• EDUCATION (Pre School / Foundation Phase
• NURSING (Pediatric / Community Based)
• SOCIAL WORK (Pediatric)
• MEDICINE (Pediatric)
• AGRICULTURE (Rural Development)

RECOMMENDED INSTITUTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA

• University of the Witwatersrand (Johannesburg)
• University of Cape Town (Cape Town)
• University of Johannesburg (Johannesburg)
• University of KwaZulu Natal (Durban)
• University of the Western Cape (Cape Town)
• University of Pretoria (Pretoria)
• Rhodes University (Grahamstown)
• Netcare Nursing Colleges ( Throughout South Africa)

SCHOOL LEAVERS REQUIREMENTS TO STUDY AT THE UNDER GRADUATE LEVEL AT A SOUTH AFRICAN

UNIVERSITY (Non-South African applicants please click here to view the requirements)

 HOW TO APPLY?

Please download the WK KELLOGG FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM (CLICK HERE) and complete it accurately providing all the information requested. Ensure that your written paragraph and short essay as well as copies of your matriculation/final school leaving results, tertiary academic transcripts and any qualifications are attached to your application. Also attach a copy of your ID and /or passport. Completed applications must either be scanned and emailed to [email protected] or faxed to +27(0)865681358

CLOSING DATE: 15 June 2013

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