For students who want to tell the exciting story of agriculture, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture offers the Agriculture Student Scholarship. The winning scholarship is valued at $6,000 and the three runner-up scholarships are valued at $3,000 each.
We are looking for young people who plan to pursue a career in the industry. To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be a Grade 12 student or recent high school/GED graduate (within the past two school years) residing in Saskatchewan who is planning to take agriculture-related post-secondary education beginning in the fall of 2024. Post-secondary schools do not have to be located in Saskatchewan and may be any accredited post-secondary institution in Canada. Applications from those who self-declare as Indigenous, persons with disabilities and visible minority persons are encouraged.
Note: Ministry of Agriculture and Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation employees and their immediate family members are not eligible.
Applicants must complete the Application Form and submit it by March 1, 2024:
Applications to the 2024 Agriculture Student Scholarship program should align with the theme, farming and environmental sustainability and answer one or more of the guiding questions below. Applicants should explore the idea of environmental sustainability within farming and the importance of public perception on modern farming practices. Submissions should focus on progressive environmental practices conducted by producers and the importance of relaying messages to the public to enhance trust in the industry.
Guiding questions:
When developing your essay or video, consider the following:
Note: These questions are meant as a guide and you are not required to address each of them directly in your application.
Still not sure where to start? Check out these links for some great ideas.
Videos and written submissions will be judged by a review committee based on alignment with the theme provided, development of ideas, structure and clarity, creativity and quality, and professionalism. Leadership qualities and school/community involvement in your letters of recommendation will also be taken into consideration. Please note videos longer than the four-minute maximum will not be considered.
The Ministry of Agriculture reserves the right to publish or promote all submissions as deemed appropriate.
Scholarship recipients will be notified by May 2024. Recipients will need to submit their Official Confirmation of Enrolment, as issued by their post-secondary institution, prior to receiving the scholarship funds.
Bryce Lewans, Public Trust Specialist
Phone: 306-519-3240
Email: bryce.lewans@gov.sk.ca
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