Scholarship Applications Due June 1

The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board (MGPUB) is offering $2,500 scholarships to college students interested in pursuing an agriculturally-related career. Applications are due June 1, 2008, and will be awarded at the annual Commodity Classic on July 24, 2008.

“Agriculture is an exciting and growing field today,” explains Donald Maring, President of MGPUB. “While food production remains the largest sector, new markets are being developed for renewable energy, biofuels, and biodegradable products. Environmental protection is a top priority so our land can continue to produce for future generations. We need students to consider careers in crop management, environmental science, biotechnology, and other agricultural professions so that our industry can meet the needs of American consumers.”

The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board established the scholarship program in 1997 and has contributed $50,000 in scholarships since its inception. The 2008-2009 scholarships will be awarded to Maryland residents who are enrolled or accepted to a 4-year institution working toward a BS degree, or students enrolled or accepted in a 2-year institution with an agricultural program. The school need not be located in Maryland. Selection is based on agricultural background, family farm involvement, financial need, grade point average, agriculture related studies, career goals, and extra curricular activities. Applicants or the applicant’s immediate family must be involved in the production of grain.

Interested applicants may contact the MGPUB at 53 Slama Road, Edgewater, MD 21037-1423, 410-956-5771 or go to the scholarship web page.

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