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Nebraska’s graduating high school seniors who are going into agriculture can apply.

February 24, 2022

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AG STUDENTS: If you are a graduating high school senior planning to attend college to study agriculture or agribusiness in Nebraska, be sure to apply for the Husker Harvest Days scholarships by March 17.Curt Arens

It’s time for graduating high school seniors to apply for the Husker Harvest Days scholarships.

Nine scholarships valued at $1,200 each for students pursuing a postsecondary education in various areas of the field of agriculture will be awarded by the Agricultural Institute of Nebraska, Grand Island Chamber of Commerce, and Farm Progress Companies.

Here are the details:

Who can apply? The scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors who are pursuing a program or career in agriculture or agribusiness. All scholarships are academic in nature. Financial need may be a consideration in the selection process, but it will not be the determining factor. Five scholarships must be given to applicants from the counties of Buffalo, Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick. The remaining four scholarships will be awarded statewide and may include the above-named counties.

How much are the scholarships worth? The scholarships will pay $1,200 per school year, with $600 paid for the first semester or quarter upon proof of registration, and $600 for the second semester or quarter upon proof of maintenance of a 2.5 grade point average during the first semester or quarter.

When are the applications due? Applications must be postmarked by March 17. No late applications will be accepted. Scholarships will be determined in April.

What are the eligibility requirements? Applicants must have a “B” average or above. Applicants must complete the designated scholarship form. Successful applicants must agree to submit a brief summary that describes their first semester participation in college and how this scholarship benefited their education. The scholarships must be used at any accredited university, two- to four-year college, or technical school in Nebraska. The applicant must be enrolled in a program relating to agriculture or agribusiness.

Where can I find the application? Applications will be posted to the Husker Harvest Days website at huskerharvestdays.com. You can also contact Curt Arens, editor at Nebraska Farmer, at [email protected]; Dena Morgan, sponsorship and activation manager at Farm Progress, at [email protected]; or Cindy Johnson, president of the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce, at [email protected] for applications.

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