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WISCONSIN CATTLEMEN'S ASSOCIATION 2018 YOUNG PRODUCERS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM

  • The Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association 2018 Young Producers Scholarship will award one candidate a scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to attend the 2018 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Tradeshow held January 31-February 2, 2018. The scholarship will be awarded to the producer in the form of a check to be allocated towards registration, educational events, lodging and travel.
  • The scholarship recipient will be recognized and awarded funds during the Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association winter conference held February 9-10, 2018 at Chula Vista resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. The recipient must attend the winter conference, and will need to provide a 5-minute presentation during the program about what they learned or gained from the experience.
  • Expense reports must be submitted to WCA as proof of attendance and travel before funds are awarded.
  • Applications must be post-marked no later than January 19, 2018.
  • The scholarship is available to any producer (18-35 years old).
  • Must have a background and interest in the beef, veal, or dairy industry.
  • Applicants must be a resident of Wisconsin and preference may be given to WCA members and Masters of Beef Advocacy (MBA) completed.
  • Return this form and essay. Please attach an essay on why you should be selected to receive the scholarship to attend the 2018 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Tradeshow held January 31-February 2, 2018. Within the essay, explain how the beef industry has influenced your life and career path, and how this scholarship will aid in your professional development to attain your goals.
  • Applicants will also have to have a WCA member sponsor their application.
  • If you have any questions, please contact Jena Swanson at or Amy Radunz at

WISCONSIN CATTLEMEN'S ASSOCIATION 2018 YOUNG PRODUCERS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM

A. Personal Information

Name:______Birth Date:______

Street Address:______City: ______State: ____Zip:______

Phone No:______Email Address:______

WCA or NCBA membership no: ______

B. Agricultural Experience

Residence:Farm______Non-Farm______

Type Farming Operation:______

WCA _____ years; WCA Affiliate Association ______years;

Jr. Beef Breed Assoc. _____yearsOverall beef industry involvement ______years;

Young Beef Leader ______yearsNCBA Member _____years;

CattleFax Member ______yearsMasters of Beef Advocacy ______years;

YCC Alum ______years

Leadership in beef organizations. Offices Held and/or Committees: ______

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What is your level of decision-making as it pertains to your operation? Check those that apply.

  • I approve, authorize and/or make final decisions
  • I make recommendations and assist in decision making
  • I determine the needs of our/my operation
  • I work for and provide support for an operation
  • Other ______

What is your primary segment? Check those that apply.

  • Cow/Calf
  • Feedlot owner/manager
  • Stocker/backgrounder
  • Farmer/Feeder
  • Seedstock
  • Vet/consultant
  • Dairy producer
  • Other______

How many NCBA cattle industry conventions have you attended?______

C. Educational Background

College, Technical College (degree): ______

Date of Graduation:______

Name of School Planning to Attend and/or currently enrolled:______

Intended and/or current Major or Area of Study:______

Collegiate Scholastic Achievements and Activities, especially related to Agriculture

______

______

______

D. Community Involvement (i.e. church groups, other youth groups, volunteering)

______

______

______

E. Please attach an essay on why you should be selected to receive the scholarship to attend the 2018 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Tradeshow held January 31-February 2, 2018. Within the essay, explain how the beef industry has influenced your life and career path, and how this scholarship will aid in your professional development to attain your goals.

F. Please list at least one WCA member as your sponsor for this scholarship. Please include contact information as this person may be contacted to verify submitted information.

Sponsor Name:______

Street Address: ______City: ______State: ____Zip: ______

Phone No: ______Email Address: ______

Signature of Applicant: ______

Date: ______

Return this form and essayto Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association, 632 Grand Canyon Drive, Madison, WI 53719. Or submit via email to

Applications must be post-marked no later than January 19, 2018.