Maryland Grain Production Scholarship Grant

Maryland Grain Production Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board (MGPUB)
Amount: Up to US $1,000
Last Updated: October 30, 2025

Summary

The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board offers two $1,000 scholarships for students studying agriculture at any secondary education institution. These scholarships are available for non-members, welcoming those without a grain production farm background. Established in 1991, the Board promotes Maryland's grain industry through education and research, funded by a voluntary checkoff program. Eligible applicants must reside in Maryland and submit educational information, a reference, and complete two essay questions.

Overview

About The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board was established in 1991 to administer the Maryland Grain Checkoff Program. Grain producers in Maryland voted to institute this voluntary checkoff program, which is funded by participating growers donating 0.5% of each Maryland bushel sold. With this funding, the board can fulfill its mission to increase the profitability of Maryland grain production and to improve public understanding of agriculture through promotion, education, and research. Maryland Grain Production Scholarship Welcoming students who do not come from a grain production farm, for the second year the Maryland Grain Producers Association is offering two scholarships up to $1,000 each for non-members attending a secondary education school and studying agriculture.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be attending a secondary education school (a two-year or four-year college) studying agriculture or working towards a degree that directly benefits the industry. Recipients are only eligible to receive a Maryland Grain Producers Scholarship two times. Must reside in Maryland, but may attend any college. Must submit – personal and educational information, provide a reference, and complete two essay questions. One question is required, then you are able to choose one of two questions to complete.