LMA offers nine $2,500 scholarships for students in agriculture

The Livestock Marketing Association has opened its 2025 scholarship program application period. This annual program is designed to support students who understand the vital role of agriculture and its supporting industries, including the auction method of livestock marketing.

The program invites applicants to share how they plan to use their education and future careers to advocate for or advance the livestock marketing industry. Nine deserving students will each be awarded a one-time $2,500 scholarship to assist with their academic pursuits.

The scholarship, now in its third year, was expanded to support more students with aspirations of using their careers to support the livestock and livestock marketing industry. Applicants must be sponsored by an LMA member livestock marketing business and answer essay questions on issues of importance to the industry.

Additional requirements include a minimum GPA of 2.0 and sponsorship by an LMA member livestock marketing business. Along with the scholarship funds, recipients gain industry recognition and networking opportunities with livestock marketing professionals.

LMA is committed to fostering the next generation of leaders in agriculture and ensuring the sustainability of the livestock marketing industry. The scholarship program aims to help students build careers that contribute to the success of livestock auctions, marketing operations, and related agricultural enterprises.

Applications will be accepted through Friday, March 14, 2025, at 4 p.m. CT. The selection committee evaluates applicants based on academic achievements, involvement in agriculture, leadership experience, and responses to essay questions addressing key industry topics.

Winners will be announced later in the year, with scholarships awarded for the 2025-2026 academic year. Students interested in applying can visit the LMA website for application details and eligibility requirements.