Queenstown, Maryland (January 29, 2021) – For students working towards a degree in an agriculture-related field, the Maryland Grain Producers is currently accepting scholarship applications for the 2021 and 2022 school year.
Mitch Debnam, 2020 Scholarship Recipient, said, “this scholarship means that I can continue to follow my goal of completing my ag technician education and ultimately pursue my dream of becoming a full-time farmer.”
The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board (MGPUB) is honored to contribute to one’s secondary education goals and give back to four farm families across our state. The Maryland Grain Producers Association (MGPA) utilizes checkoff dollars from the MGPUB to support our future generation.
Student Eligibility:
- Enrolled in or accepted to a 2-year or a 4-year institution studying agriculture or a related field.
- Applicate or immediate family member must be involved in grain production and a member of the MGPA.
- Members should not have received a checkoff refund in the past 12 months.
- Currently residing in Maryland, but can attend school outside of the state.
Students are eligible to receive one of the four $2,500 scholarships being offered. Scholarships are to be awarded during the annual Commodity Classic held Thursday, July 22, 2021, at the Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park on Rt. 18 between Queenstown and Centreville.
The Maryland Grain Producers Scholarship Committee will select the recipients from applications with all identifying information redacted. An electronic version of the application and more information can be found online here. MGPA must have received your application by April 30th for consideration. Applications are accepted by mail or email. If you have any questions, please call 443-262-8491.
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