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The Future of Agriculture Depends on you.

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We’ve Got 10,000 Reasons

WHY YOU SHOULD STUDY AGRICULTURE

The agriculture industry is evolving at a rapid pace, with more career paths than ever before. To help you launch your career in the industry, the Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement is awarding at least 20 academic scholarships, valued at up to $10,000! 


Yes, you read that correctly – you could receive $10,000 to help you pursue your dream of working in agriculture! 


Not sure if you fit the bill? There’s more to agriculture than farming.


Check out our video to learn about the bright future that lies ahead for the ag industry.

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Interested In Applying?

The Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement is offering scholarships to high school seniors or those currently enrolled in a two or four year higher education program, with plans to pursue a career in agriculture. This doesn’t have to mean you’re planning to be a farmer – this also includes food scientists, veterinarians, ag teachers, or maybe even a Farm Credit loan officer!

In order to be eligible, you must reside in Horizon Farm Credit’s territory, made up of the following states/counties: Delaware, Maryland (Baltimore, Carroll, Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Kent, Montgomery, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Washington, Wicomico, Worcester), Pennsylvania, Virginia (Accomack, Clarke, Frederick, Northampton, Page, Shenandoah, Warren), West Virginia (Berkeley, Brooke, Hancock, Jefferson, Marshall,  Morgan, Ohio), or Washington D.C.


Our 2025 scholarship application is open.​

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News

Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement Awards $315,000 in Scholarships to 39 Recipients 

4/24/2024
In commitment to ensuring the future of agriculture is bright, the Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement recently awarded a total of $315,000 in scholarships to 39 students. The scholarships — valued at $5,000, $7,500 or $10,000 — are awarded based on each individual’s commitment to academics and leadership, and aid in their pursuit of a career in the agriculture industry.