Vine Academy and Model Farm
The forerunner Viticulture Academy with a
value chain of Industry driven qualifications
5 Pillars of the Vine Academy and Model Farm
Academy
- Short courses NQF 2-5
- Certificate NQF 4 and Diploma NQF 5 in Plant Production
- Modular short courses NQF 6 (Accredited by Stellenbosch University)
B.D.S.P (Business Development Service Provider)
- First generation farmers development programs and implentation
- Agronomy support
- Information transfer sessions
Production
- Commercial farming of cashcrops, raisin and wine grapes
- Research unit
- Practical for students, interns, farm workers, school learners
Research, Development & Innovation
- New technology & innovation
- Cultivars and Rootstocks
- Irrigation and Scheduling
- Planting material
Hospitality
- Large Conference facility
- Boardroom
- Canteen
- 3 Vine Villas
- Hostel for 40 stsudents
- Solar System
Upcoming Short Courses
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Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/260163678585569
The Vine Academy and Model Farm is an Academic Institution that offers a value chain of qualifications in Viticulture in collaboration with Raisins SA and Industry Partners.
About Vine Academy and Model Farm
Vine Academy and Model Farm (VAMF) is a specialised agricultural training institution dedicated to developing skilled, work-ready professionals in the viticulture and plant production industry. Based on a fully operational model farm, VAMF offers a unique combination of accredited academic learning and hands-on practical experience.
Our programmes include AgriSETA-accredited NQF Level 4 and 5 qualifications in Plant Production, with a specialised focus on viticulture, as well as industry-aligned short courses developed in collaboration with leading agricultural partners. This ensures that our students are equipped with both theoretical knowledge and real-world skills that meet current industry demands.
At VAMF, learning goes beyond the classroom. Students are actively involved in all aspects of farm operations, gaining practical exposure to vineyard management, crop production, and modern agricultural practices. This integrated approach prepares graduates to confidently enter the workforce or further their studies within the agricultural sector.
We are committed to creating opportunities for youth, empowering them with the skills needed to build sustainable careers, and contributing to the growth and transformation of the agricultural industry in South Africa.
• Technical Skills Course Qualifications
Various Technical Skills Courses are offered in support of the official Certificate and Diploma qualifications. The short courses are also offered to farm workers, students and interested producers.
• Accreditation
The Vine Academy and Model Farm NPC is operated under a license agreement with the International Agricultural Academy for Africa (Pty) Ltd, accredited to the AgriSETA with registration code AGRI/c prov 0880/18, ETQA ID 694
Vocational Training and Jobs
The VAMF’s vocational training is modelled on the real demand for job opportunities within the viticulture industry.
These career opportunities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Management technician (national certificate)
- Junior farm manager (national diploma)
- Viticulture technician (planning and establishment of orchards)
- Human resource manager
- Warehouse management
- Industry technician (artificial and chemicals agent and technician)
- Technician machinery and equipment maintenance
- Farm technician (tractor operator, mechanical spraying, pruning and maintenance of orchards)
- Storage and warehouse manager
- Research development (further tertiary studies leading to an academic career)
