Applications are open for MPI's Postgraduate Science Scholarships for PhD and Masters students undertaking primary sector research.
MPI chief science adviser Dr John Roche said the scholarships were an investment in New Zealand's future and will help build science and technology capability.
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The scholarships will also promote the exciting range of science careers on offer across New Zealand's primary industries, from fisheries to forestry, agriculture to food and biosecurity said Roche.
"This scholarship programme is aiming to encourage PhD and master's students to pursue research within the primary industries, particularly where there are science and skills gaps. Innovation is vital to capitalise on the opportunities and mitigate the challenges our primary industries are facing".