MORIARITY, NM— The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association (NMCGA), in partnership with Purina Mills and Depot Farm and Ranch Agency, is thrilled to announce the fall scholarship applications are open with a goal to support the educational pursuits of young individuals from agricultural backgrounds. These scholarships aim to nurture leadership and academic excellence within New Mexico’s vibrant cattle industry.
During the upcoming 2024 Joint Stockmen’s Convention, set to take place from December 1114 at Hotel Albuquerque in Albuquerque, NM, NMCGA, Depot Farm and Ranch Agency, and Purina Mills will award the following scholarships:
• Two $2,500 and one $500 Depot Farm and Ranch Agency Heritage Scholarships: These scholarships are open to students who are members of NMCGA, the New Mexico Junior Cattle Growers’ Association, or their children. Eligible applicants include graduating high school seniors, first-year college students, sophomores, and juniors in good academic standing.
• Two $1,000 Purina Mills Scholarships: Open to New Mexico students who are members of NMCGA, the New Mexico Junior Cattle Growers’ Association, or children of NMCGA members. Eligible applicants include graduating high school seniors, first-year college students, sophomores, and juniors in good academic standing.
• Two $500 YCLC/Allied Industry Committee Scholarships: Presented by the Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Committee and the Allied Industries Committee. One scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior and one to a continuing college student.
Bronson Corn, President of NMCGA, highlighted the broader significance of these scholarships, stating, “These scholarships go beyond financial support. They represent a crucial opportunity for young individuals to advance their education in fields that deepen their understanding of production agriculture and related disciplines.”
Applications for these scholarships can be found on the NMCGA website at www.nmagriculture.org. The application deadline is October 15, 2024.
'We are dedicated to supporting NMCGA members and their families in pursuing higher education, and we are grateful for the generosity of the Depot Farm and Ranch Agency, Purina, and our YCLC/Allied Industry committee members,' remarked Corn, underscoring the association’s commitment to investing in the future of agriculture.
For more information about the scholarships and the application process, please visit www.nmagriculture. org