What’s the job?
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD) has opened 135 paid internships for people who have just finished an agriculture degree and are still looking for work. These places will give you hands‑on farm experience while you earn a steady paycheck.
The programme runs through the 2026/27 and 2027/28 financial years and covers a wide range of activities on real farms – from growing citrus and other crops to raising livestock and managing mixed farms. The monthly stipend is R7 860,50, so you’ll be earning money as you learn. This is a great chance for young graduates in Limpopo to jump straight into the field and build a solid career.
Quick facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Limpopo Provincial Government – Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD) |
| Type | Internship / placement programme |
| Who can join? | Unemployed agricultural graduates from Limpopo |
| Number of spots | 135 |
| Duration | Up to 24 months |
| Monthly pay | R7 860,50 |
| Priority | Residents of Limpopo who have never done a government internship |
| Deadline | 13 February 2026, 16:00 |
| Locations | Mopani, Vhembe, Sekhukhune, Waterberg, Capricorn |
Who is allowed to apply?
- You must have a Grade 12 certificate and an NQF Level 6 (diploma or degree) in agriculture or a related field that is recognised by SAQA.
- If you already have a PERSAL number for a government internship that has lasted 12 months or longer, you can’t apply.
- The programme is aimed mainly at graduates from Limpopo.
- The equity targets are: 50–55 % women, 80 % youth (18–35 years), 20 % graduates aged 36–40, and 3 % persons with disabilities.
What you’ll do
This isn’t a desk job. You’ll be out on the farm, doing things that farmers need every day:
- Helping manage the farm
- Checking crops and keeping an eye on pests
- Caring for livestock and monitoring health
- Giving animals medicine and identifying them
- Spraying crops and keeping records
- Loading, unloading and packaging produce
- Marketing farm goods and looking for new buyers
- Supervising workers
- Assisting with farm planning
If you want real farming experience, this programme gives you exactly that.
Pay
You’ll get R7 860,50 each month for up to two years. That means you’ll earn while you learn.
Placements by district
Make sure you apply with the reference number that matches your district.
| District | Reference | What kind of farms are included |
|---|---|---|
| Sekhukhune | LDARD SEKH1/1/2026 | Citrus, crop, animal, subtropical, table grape farms |
| Mopani | LDARD MOP2/1/2026 | Citrus estates, crop farms, investment projects |
| Vhembe | LDARD VHE3/1/2026 | Subtropical crops, mixed farms |
| Waterberg | LDARD WAT4/1/2026 | Poultry, animal production, crop farms, agri schools |
| Capricorn | LDARD CAP5/1/2026 | Crop, citrus, animal production farms |
How to apply
A few simple steps will help you avoid common mistakes.
- Update your CV – keep it focused on agriculture.
- Gather documents – a certified ID, copies of your qualifications, an academic transcript, and proof of where you live (recommended). Showing you’re unemployed is optional but can help.
- Apply in the right district – you must use the office that matches where you live.
- Use the correct reference number – this is required.
- Submit on time – the last moment is 13 February 2026, 16:00.
Where to send your papers
| District | Address |
|---|---|
| Mopani | Private Bag X577, Giyani 0826 or Old Parliamentary Building, Giyani |
| Waterberg | Private Bag X1048, Modimolle 0510 or NTK Building, Modimolle |
| Capricorn | Private Bag X28, Chuenespoort 0745 or Block 28, Lebowakgomo |
| Sekhukhune | Private Bag X01, Chuenespoort 0745 or Block 27, Lebowakgomo |
| Vhembe | Private Bag X2247, Sibasa 0970 or Makwarela Government Offices |
Extra things to know
- You can’t study on a private timetable while you’re in the internship.
- You’ll need to work irregular hours because farming is round‑the‑clock.
- Your contract will last no longer than 24 months.
- Placement is decided based on where you live and where the department needs help.
Take the next step
If you meet all the requirements and want a chance to build a solid career in farming, act fast. Use the right reference number and submit your application before the deadline. This is the biggest graduate placement programme in Limpopo for 2026, so you don’t want to miss it.
Ready to apply?
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