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Churchill Fellowships: Applications are open

Page published: March 11, 2025 | Page reviewed: March 11, 2025

People in the agriculture, horticulture and food production sectors are invited to consider applying for prestigious Churchill Fellowships.

These are a unique chance to travel internationally, investigate global best practice, and apply it in your working life.

Each Fellowship involves funding for expenses for four to eight weeks of international travel. The amount of funding varies depending on the location and itinerary of approved travel.

Over 60 years and almost 5000 people receiving Fellowships, the impacts are widespread and ‘hidden in plain sight’ within Australian society.

For example:

  • Rachael Cruwys was awarded the Samuel and Eileen Gluyas Churchill Fellowship in 2020 to increase the domestic marketability of Brahman cattle through improved marketing and genetics. Here’s Rachael’s findings.
  • Tim Roache was awarded a Jack Green Churchill Fellowship in 2017 to explore ways to modernise milk price models and manage price risk in the Australian dairy market. Learn more about Tim here.
  • Stuart McGruddy was awarded a Hort Innovation Churchill Fellowship in 2020 to build on the knowledge, experience and technology used in the freezing of whole soft berry fruits. Learn more about Stuart here.

Australian citizens and permanent residents from any industry, background or location are eligible to apply — no academic qualification is necessary.

Specialised sponsorships

This year (2025), applicants may be interested in specific sponsored Fellowships:

Now accepting applications

Fellowships are based on the legacy of Sir Winston Churchill – it’s about the freedom to explore, the wisdom of travel and open-mindedness.

Applications close 1 May 2025.

For more information go to ChurchillTrust.com.au.