Chester, Maryland (October 15, 2024) – The Maryland Grain Producers has been so impressed with the scholarship and CDL grant applications over the last few years, the Board has increased funding to award more deserving students and drivers in 2025!
“Each year, applications continue to showcase the bright future the next generation has to offer, and the Grain Producers are honored to support their continuing education and CDL school,” says Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board President Steve Ernst.
For 2025, Maryland Grain Producers will be awarding two CDL Grants in the amount of $2,000 each and a $5,000 increase in scholarship awards! MGPA will be awarding three Honoree Scholarships for members studying agriculture in the amount of $3,000 each, two Membership Scholarships for members not studying agriculture at $2,000 each, and two Production Scholarships for non-members studying agriculture at $1,000 each. The additional $5,000 will be awarded to additional deserving applicants in any of those categories. Applications are reviewed by a panel of farmers with all identifying information redacted.
Applications are now open and due January 15th. Please contact Jenell McHenry with any questions at jenell.mdag@gmail.com.
Learn more about the CDL Grant program and eligibility requirements here.
Learn more about the Scholarship program and eligibility requirements here.
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