Source: MONSANTO, 11/12/14

Editor's Note:  NC students are now eligible for this scholarship

To help you get started pursuing your career in ag, America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, to support your college education. Due to the success of the program’s six-state pilot launch in 2014, Grow Ag Leaders is expanding to 40 states, with more than $500,000 worth of scholarships available in 2015. Starting November 15, 2014, high school seniors and college students can apply for a $1,500 scholarship. The National FFA Organization administers the program, but you do not have to be an FFA member to apply.

For more info, go to http://www.americasfarmers.com/recognition-programs/grow-ag-leaders/