Illinois Corn Growers Association Announces Fourth Annual ICGA Scholarship Program

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The Illinois Corn Marketing Board, in association with the Illinois Corn Growers Association (ICGA), has announced the fourth annual ICGA Scholarship Program to support students pursuing degrees in agriculture. The scholarship aims to invest in the future of the industry by helping young people take the next step in innovation, stewardship, and leadership in farming. The submission period is now open, with applications due by January 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST.

Key Takeaways:

  • The ICGA Scholarship Program is now open for submissions, with applications due by January 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST.
  • Eligible applicants must be high school seniors or post-secondary students pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related field at an Illinois institution.
  • Scholarship recipients must attend at least one IL Corn leadership meeting or event within a year of receiving the scholarship.
  • Each applicant is eligible to receive the IL Corn scholarship only once; previous recipients are not eligible to reapply.
  • Applications must include at least one letter of recommendation from a non-family member, a current resume, and essay responses to specific questions.
  • Membership in the ICGA can belong to the applicant, a parent, or a sponsor, such as a farmer or ag industry representative.

Statistics:

  • The ICGA Scholarship Program is now in its fourth year of supporting students in agriculture.
  • The scholarship aims to support students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields at Illinois institutions.
  • Applications are due by January 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST.

Sources:

  • Illinois Corn Marketing Board
  • Illinois Corn Growers Association (ICGA)