Scholarships offer chance to be inspired by farmers around the world

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Published: April 21, 2022

Applications for the 2023 Nuffield Canada Agricultural Scholarships are now open.

The well-known rural leadership program is available to Canadians involved in any aspect of agriculture, particularly mid-career individuals who are ready to challenge themselves in a program of self-directed international travel and study.

“The $15,000 scholarship provides individuals with a unique opportunity to access a global network in food and farming; achieve personal development through travel and study; and deliver long-term benefits to Canadian farmers by sharing your learning,” the organization said in a release.

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“Nuffield Canada is part of a global network of Nuffield alumni who support each other in their travel studies to learn more about various aspects of agriculture,“ said Blake Vince, Nuffield Canada Chair and a 2013 scholar. “This unique scholarship opportunity develops new influencers that go on to reshape our Canadian agricultural sector with revitalized innovation, global perspectives, and leadership.”

Recipients must do a minimum of 10 weeks of travel study within 24 months to examine and research an agriculturally relevant issue. They then write a report and make a presentation at Nuffield Canada’s annual general meeting. For more info, see nuffield.ca. The application deadline is June 30.

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