United Producers Inc. scholarship application open for Class of 2023

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Applicants must be a 2023 high school graduate planning to attend college or technical school. | Sasun Bughdaryan/Unsplash

COLUMBUS – United Producers Inc. (UPI) is supporting the future generation through its scholarship program. UPI will offer up to 10 scholarships, each valued at $1,500, to deserving high school students pursuing higher education.

Applicants can be a member, or a child/grandchild, of a UPI member. To be considered a member, the applicant must market at least one head of livestock at UPI per year. Membership is based on UPI’s 2022 records. Applicants who are not a member, child or grandchild of a UPI member can also be nominated by a member.

“Students who have demonstrated an interest in the agriculture industry during their high school career have a bright future ahead, with potential to make a positive impact in a wide range of career fields,” Mike Bumgarner, president and CEO of United Producers Inc., said “We look forward to the positive impact these students will have as they pursue a higher education and launch future careers.”

Applicants must be a 2023 high school graduate planning to attend college or technical school. They also must submit an application and essay summarizing their college and career goals. Children and grandchildren of full-time UPI employees or the board of directors are not eligible.

Apply online at uproducers.com/scholarship. Applications must be completed by April 1.

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