After reviewing several excellent applications, the 2025 scholarship committee selected the following individuals to receive Premier Farm Credit scholarships:
Eli Kalous is graduating from Wiggins High School and is planning to major in Agricultural Business at Northeastern Junior College. He is the son of Matt and Heather Kalous.
Jaylyn Kechter is graduating from Idalia High School and is planning to attend Nelson University and major in Human Services. She is the daughter of Toby and Brianne Kechter and granddaughter of Robert and Brenda Kechter.
Madelyn Willeke is graduating from Otis High School and is planning to attend University of Colorado, Boulder and major in Integrative Physiology. She is the daughter of Jordan and Jennifer Willeke.
Addison Oliver is graduating from Revere High School and is planning to attend Kansas State University and major in Agricultural Education. She is the daughter of Ryan and Jessica Oliver.
Premier offers four $1,000 scholarships to students who have not yet obtained their undergraduate degree. Selection is based on academic aptitude, vocational promise, personal attributes, leadership and financial need. Applicants must be a child or grandchild of a current stockholder or be a current stockholder themselves. Children or grandchildren of employees or Board members are not eligible.
