UnitedAg has named recipients of the Agribusiness Education Foundation’s 2025 Educational Scholarship Program, celebrating the achievements of 38 outstanding students from agricultural companies across California and Arizona.
This year the education committee awarded $100,000 in scholarships, with individual awards ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 in recognition of academic excellence and dedication to the agricultural industry, according to a news release.
Leading this year’s recipients are Dominic Odegaard, awarded the Maurice McMillan Scholarship; Madison Williams, awarded the Bill Goodrich Scholarship; and Maria Zavala Leon, who received the Women in Agriculture Scholarship. (View the complete list of this year’s AEF Educational Scholarship winners here.)
“Investing in the education of these students is an investment in the future of agriculture,” said Debbie Adam, education committee chair for Innovative Produce. “It is inspiring to see so many young leaders passionate about making a difference in our industry. UnitedAg is proud to support their journey and help them achieve their goals.”
Since its inception in 1989, UnitedAg says it has provided vital financial assistance to students pursuing their academic and vocational aspirations. This year marks a milestone, as UnitedAg surpasses $2 million in total scholarships awarded to more than 1,200 students, reinforcing its dedication to supporting the next generation of agricultural leaders, the release said.
To honor the recipients and celebrate their achievements, scholarship award ceremonies have been scheduled throughout California and Arizona.
