International Military Veterans in Agriculture Travel Award Grant

International Military Veterans in Agriculture Travel Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Crop Science Society of America (CSSA)
Amount: US $1,500
Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Summary

The International Military Veterans in Agriculture Travel Award, offered by the Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), provides an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate student veterans to attend the 2025 ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, UT. This program aims to support veterans interested in agronomic and environmental sciences through scholarships and networking opportunities, with financial aid covering travel expenses up to $1,500.

Overview

Crop Science Society of America The Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), established in 1956, is a leading scientific and professional organization that facilitates the development, dissemination, and application of crop science. Headquartered in Madison, WI, CSSA serves 5,000+ members dedicated to discovering and applying plant science solutions to improve the human condition and protect the planet. CSSA offers a range of programs and services tailored to its members. In alignment with shared strategic objectives, CSSA collaborates with the American Society of Agronomy (ASA) and the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) under the umbrella organization of the Alliance of Crops, Soils, and Environmental Science Societies (ACSESS). International Military Veterans in Agriculture Travel Fund Are you currently an undergraduate or graduate student and a veteran of the armed forces? Are you interested in learning more and furthering your career in the agronomic, crop, soil, and environmental sciences? Then the International Military Veterans in Agriculture Travel Fund may be the perfect opportunity for you to attend the 2025 ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, UT, November 9-12, 2025. The International Military Veterans in Agriculture aims to invite veterans of all STEM related disciplines interested in agronomic and environmental sciences to attend the annual meeting and further their interest through scholarship, comradery, and networking opportunities for veterans that have served in the armed forces both in the United States and abroad. The program, partnered with the Agronomic Science Foundation, provides scholarships for up to four students who will be awarded. Financial aid for travel to the Annual Meeting will consist of a travel reimbursement of up to $1,500.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.