Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) Scholarship for high school seniors and college students

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The Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) is excited to announce the opening of its scholarship application period for the 2024/2025 academic year. In collaboration with the IPSA Education Committee, the IPSA Board will award scholarships of up to $4,000 to students pursuing studies in agriculture.

“Investing in the next generation of agriculture professionals is crucial for the continued success and advancement of our industry,” IPSA executive director Cat Frans says. “Through our scholarship program, we aim to support and empower talented individuals as they pursue their educational and professional goals, ensuring a brighter future for all.”

Frans said IPSA accepts applications from high school seniors and current college students majoring in agriculture. The IPSA board of directors encourages all members to share the opportunity with customers, friends, local high school FFA chapters and 4-H Clubs.

“My favorite aspect of the scholarship program is bringing these students into the annual conference and meeting them face to face, introducing them to our members and watching them make connections,” Frans adds. “Oftentimes, we get check-ins from these students months and years later and it’s so amazing to watch them grow.”

Building on the success of the online application process, the IPSA education committee is offering a smooth application experience through SurveyMonkey.

Applicants should note that, in addition to the online application, they must upload their most recent transcripts and two letters of recommendation in PDF format.

The IPSA scholarship program, established by the Myron “Ted” Asplin Family, aims to support the future of agriculture by fostering the education of the next generation of agricultural professionals.

The deadline for scholarship applications is April 30. To apply or get more information, visit the application website at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024IPSAScholar. 

AgCareers.com #FeedYourFuture Scholarship

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The #FeedYourFuture $1,000 Scholarship is now open until Thursday, Nov. 30. The application is quick and simple with a couple of requirements:

  • Students must be currently enrolled in a postsecondary school with at least one semester left after 2023.

  • Students must also be studying agriculture or intending to pursue a career in agriculture.

Read the application details here.

Far West Agribusiness Association Scholarships

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Far West Agribusiness Association has opened the application process for our 2023 scholarships!

 This scholarship assists both graduating high school and current college students in achieving their academic goals.  Scholarship award amounts will be no less than $1,000 per student! Applicants must be pursuing a degree in a college or university in the United States. 

Eligible applicants must be children and grandchildren of FWAA members or members themselves.  Check this list to confirm eligibility: https://www.fwaa.org/membership. As long as a parents or grandparents works for a Far West Agribusiness Association member companies, the student will be eligible for the scholarship.

 The application is online and easy to fill out and submit.  Online application is due March 31, 2023.

 

The application is linked here: https://form.jotform.com/230084470069151

WASHINGTON CATTLEWOMEN BEEF AMBASSADOR SCHOLARSHIP

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Washington CattleWomen’s Beef Ambassador Scholarship shall be open to Washington State high school seniors who plan to attend college and/or freshmen and sophomores enrolled in college that went to high school in Washington State. Past applicants are eligible to apply along with first-time applicants, if you did not previously receive the scholarship

This individual will be a spokesperson to educate consumers of all ages about Beef Nutrition, Food Safety, and Stewardship Practices of the Beef Industry.

The beef ambassador shall be required to attend at least one (1) WCW function in the year that he/she serves as ambassador. The beef ambassador shall be required to enroll in a college or university after high school graduation or show proof of enrollment in order to receive a $500.00 scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded after proof of one (1) quarter or semester of full time enrollment has been provided.

The deadline to apply is April 15, 2023. Applications must be received by this day. Additional pages or supporting documents are acceptable. Photos (3 maximum) of the applicant may also be submitted.

Please submit all applications to the Washington CattleWomen at 1301 N Dolarway Rd. Ellensburg, WA 98926, or scan and email them to Kady Porterfield at kadyporterfield@gmail.com.

Additional information can be found here: https://www.washingtoncattlewomen.org/wcw-beef-ambassador

Washington State Grape Society Scholarships

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The Washington State Grape Society is proud to offer one scholarship to a deserving undergraduate student, who are engaged in a field of study relating to the growing and processing of grapes. 

Applications are accepted from January 1 until March 31.

Undergraduate or Professional Certificate Students: A $1,500 scholarship is available to an undergraduate student (Associate's or Bachelor's degree) or Professional Certificate Student who is engaged in a field of study relating to the growing of grapes. This scholarship is open to students enrolled in any Washington State accredited institute of higher learning, and also includes students enrolled in programs at Treasure Valley (Idaho) or Blue Mountain (Oregon) Community Colleges. Professional Certificate Programs include those at Washington State University (Viticulture Certificate), Yakima Valley College (Vineyard Technology Certificate), and the Walla Walla Community College (Viticulture Science Certificate).

For additional information and to apply, please visit: www.grapesociety.org/scholarships.html

AgWest Farm Credit Diversity Scholarships for Undergraduates

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This scholarship is available to students in the AgWest territory to support individuals from underrepresented groups pursuing professions or technical careers in agriculture. Scholarships will be awarded based on the criteria below. 

The deadline to apply for a Diversity Scholarship is  March 1  each year.  

Students recently graduating from high school and current college students who meet all of the following qualifications are eligible to apply.  Applicants must: 

  • be a 2023 high school graduate with plans to attend a post-secondary institute or be a current college student enrolled full time. 

  • be attending or plan to attend an accredited two or four-year college located in one of the following AgWest states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah or Washington. 

  • be pursuing an agriculture or business-related degree or trade-related certificate. Eligible programs should positively influence the agriculture industry. Examples include horticulture programs, welding, mechanics, and related technical apprenticeship programs. 

  • be from a historically underrepresented group in agriculture (i.e. African American or Black, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Latino/Hispanic, Pacific Islander, etc.)  

  • be a U.S. citizen or legal resident of the United States. 

  • not a previous winner of a Northwest FCS or Farm Credit West college scholarship. 

Additional Information can be found here.

Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) Scholarship

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Apply today for the 2023 WAVE scholarship! 

The Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) scholarship was created by the Legislature in 1984 to help emphasize the importance of career and technical education, and the value of real-world, hands-on learning.

WAVE recognizes high-performing career and technical education (CTE) students at both the high school and college level. There are up to 147 potential award winners each year. This year’s application deadline is March 17, 2023.

Eligible applicants include students graduating from high school who completed (or are in process of completing) their second course in a single career and technical education program. Also eligible are students attending a community or technical college who completed (or are in the process of completing) at least one year of a professional-technical program.

You must be a Washington state resident to qualify.

The WAVE application portal is located at theWashBoard.org. The portal will be open from Feb. 1 through March 17, 2023. Use the Pre-application form (also listed at right) to prepare your answers. Additional details about the WAVE Scholarship can be found here: https://wtb.wa.gov/wave/.

Questions? Contact Colleen Seto at colleen.seto@wtb.wa.gov


Washington Sustainable Forestry Initiative Scholarship

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The Washington State Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI) Implementation Committee (WASIC) is accepting scholarship applications from students pursuing an education in Forestry or Natural Resources.

The scholarship is available to high school seniors, who will be attending, full-time (at least 12 units) during the 2023-2024 school year, a Forestry or Natural Resource program at one of the following schools:

• University of Washington, Seattle

• Washington State University, Pullman

• Green River Community College

• Spokane Community College

• Grays Harbor College

or any SAF accredited Forestry or Natural Resource program

Applications are due April 1, 2023.

Additional information can be found here.

Washington Swine Information Day - February 3, 2023

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The Washington Swine Information Day will be held on February 3, 2023 from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM at the Pillar Rock Grill (Moses Lake Golf & Country Club) in Moses Lake, Washington.  Swine producers of all sizes; 4-H/FFA youth producers; agency representatives; agriculture educators; and fair/show representatives are invited to participate.   The event has been organized and sponsored by Washington Pork Producers, National Pork Board Checkoff, and Washington State University Extension. 

Washington Swine Information Day features an array of national and state speakers that have been organized to present to the diverse and unique needs of Pacific Northwest Swine Producers. Washington Swine Information Day features an array of presentations that have been organized to meet the diverse and unique needs of Pacific Northwest swine producers. 

The morning session will feature training and certification in the National Pork Board’s Pork Quality Assurance Plus (PQA+) for adults and the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) for youth producers.  Some pork packers and fairs are requiring pork producers and handlers supplying pigs to be PQA or YQCA certified.  The morning session will conclude with an update from the National Pork Bard, before a pork featured lunch.

The afternoon session will be lead off by Dr. Gordon Murdoch, WSU Dept. of Animal Science Chair, providing an update from WSU Animal Sciences.  Dr. Shannon Neibergs, WSU Extension Livestock Economist, will provide an economic outlook for pork, protein and feed cost for the coming year.  Dr. Paul Kuber, WSU Regional Extension Specialist, will provide a discussion on pork quality and the importance it makes not only for a good eating experience of loin chops and hams, but also for processed products like bacon and sausage.  Ms. Alyssa Jumars, WSDA Local Meat Specialist, will discuss funding opportunities made to Washington small/mid-size meat processors and potential challenges being addressed.  The day will conclude with a presentation by Dr. Rachel Wieme, WSU Regional Specialist, about composting mortalities and pork harvest offal.  Compost not only addresses the critical need to handle moralities and offal but can provide valuable nutrients back to the farm’s soil.  

Registration for the day’s event is $25 per person and includes seminar, handouts, lunch and break refreshments. An all-day youth registration, $15, is also available to 4-H and FFA members.  Individuals may also attend just the afternoon session for $10.  There is a $15 per person late charge for registrations postmarked after January 28, 2023.  Please pre-register so we can ensure adequate accommodations and meals.  A complete seminar agenda and registration brochure is available at https://extension.wsu.edu/animalag/event/swine-information-day/ or by contacting Sarah M. Smith, WSU Extension Regional Specialist at smithsm@wsu.edu  or (509) 754-2011, Ext 4363.  To register with a credit card, go to www.BrownPaperTickets.com  and enter event number 5678554.  Additional funding for this event was made available by Pork Checkoff funding.

Lamb Weston - Internship & Team Lead Opportunities

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Lamb Weston is putting on for College Juniors and Seniors that may be looking for an internship or full time employment in the coming year.  Attached is a link that can be shared for a Virtual Event on December 22nd.  This will cover an overview of Lamb Weston along with some discussion on career opportunities.

For this event please share this link to the event: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1186938/share_preview

American Angus Association - Summer Internships

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The American Angus Association has four 2023 summer internship opportunities available for students to explore their passions and prepare for future careers! From data analysis and communications to event planning and more, there's something for everyone.

 For descriptions of each position and details on how to apply, visit: bit.ly/2023AngusInternships

 For more information and a full description of each internship opportunity, visit angus.org/careers. Students who wish to apply should upload their resume, cover letter and references to by January 10, 2023.

Washington State School Retirees' Association Scholarship Opportunities

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The Washington State School Retirees' Association has a scholarship program for graduating seniors going to college to pursue a degree in Education:

  • WSSR Foundation Scholarships: $2500 each (8 total- One per Area)

  • WSSR Foundation Scholarship $1500 each (8 total -One per Area)

  • WSSR Robert Handy Scholarships $900 per year renewable for 4 years {16 total Two per Area)

  • Gene Forrester Memorial Scholarship: For Students going into Agriculture Education at Washington State University Scholarship $2000 {Two Awards)

Additional information and application materials can be found on this flyer or on their website: https://wssra.org/index.php/foundation/scholarships.

Applications are due March 1, 2023.