Nicole Gutzmann of Raleigh, a Ph. D student at North Carolina State University pursuing a degree in entomology with a social science minor in genetic engineering and society, is one of five college students from  across the country awarded the William C. Berg Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship from the National Corn Growers Association and BASF.

The scholarships were awarded at the 2018 Commodity Classic in Anaheim, Calif. Feb. 28. The William C. Berg Excellence scholarship was created to honor William C. Berg, an Ohio farmer and retired postal worker who passed away in 2012.

 “Agriculture is an exciting industry that is constantly changing, evolving and growing to meet society’s need for food, feed, fuel and a host of sustainable products. A new generation of leaders across multiple disciplines will be key to continued success,” said Kevin Skunes, NCGA President and corn grower from Arthur, N.D. “These scholarship winners show we can look forward to a bright future.”

Other winners of the $1,000 scholarships in addition to Gutzmann are: