More about the Program

Each year AgriFutures sponsors two participants from an AgriFutures levied or emerging industry to apply for the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation’s (ARLF) Australian Agribusiness Leadership Program.

Two industry participants will apply to ARLF and be sponsored by AgriFutures to attend the program, valued at $15,510 per position.

The program is creating a thriving agribusiness industry, starting with the great leadership. The AALP is delivered face-to-face for 11 days over 2 sessions in March and May, plus travel to and from the program location. The 2 sessions will be delivered in Canberra and Toowoomba.

Participants will learn to:

• Become an adaptive leader in your field
• Look for solutions beyond your organisation
• Get ready to advocate for change
• Take action for the good of the future
• Be aware and ready to modify behaviours
• Gain authenticity and act beyond self

In addition to this formal course outline, participants will have access to a diverse, national alumni network of over 2,500 rural, regional and remote leaders.

Applications for 2026 will close on Monday, 12 January 2026.

Apply for the Program

Before you apply

You’ll need to be able to commit to travel for the program on the following dates and locations:

2026 program:
Session 1: Canberra – 15-20 March 2026
Session 2: Toowoomba – 3-8 May 2026

The ARLF recommends you speak with your family and your employer before you apply. They need to understand exactly the commitment you’re making and be supportive of the time you’ll be investing.

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit an application form including the following:

• Relevant personal information and contact details
• Details of your current employment and education status
• Details of other leadership development programs you have undertaken
• Why you wish to undertake the AALP
• Why participating in 2026 comes at a good time for you
• How participating in this program will help you develop as a leader
• How participating in the program will benefit your industry and rural, remote and regional Australia

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