Monsanto and the National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) have teamed up for the third year in a row to offer the Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program to high school seniors nationwide.

One hundred $1,500 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in agriculture who clearly demonstrate excellence in the areas of academics, leadership and real-world agricultural experience.

“As a company focused solely on agriculture, Monsanto is committed to supporting young people and the future of farming,” said Glenn Stith, Vice President of Monsanto, U.S. Branded Business, Sales and Marketing. “We are pleased to recognize and assist the young leaders of today who are pursuing careers in agriculture.”

In order to qualify for the scholarships, applicants are required to come from a farm family, plan to enroll as full-time students in an agriculture-related academic major in an accredited school, and be committed to pursuing a career in agriculture. Applicants will also be evaluated on their academic records, leadership and extracurricular activities, and personal essays submitted as a part of the application process.

“We are pleased to work with Monsanto once again for the betterment of rural America through this scholarship program and related youth initiatives,” says Michelle Rook, President of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. “Rural America produces young people with all the skills necessary to be successful. They just need the opportunity for education that this scholarship provides.”

Students can contact their agriculture teacher, local Monsanto retailer, local NAFB affiliated radio station or visit http://www.monsanto.com or http://www.nafb.com to learn more about the scholarship program and apply. The scholarship application deadline is February 15, 2007. Established in 1999, the Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program has awarded more than three quarters of a million dollars in support of young people interested in agriculture.

Monsanto Company is a leading global provider of technology-based solutions and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food quality. To reference more information on Monsanto, visit http://www.monsanto.com .

The National Association of Farm Broadcasting is a 62-year-old organization based in Kansas City, Mo. NAFB is dedicated to serving farmers and ranchers with up-to-the-minute agricultural markets, weather and farm news. NAFB member broadcasters are heard on over 1,800 radio stations nationwide. NAFB’s Web site is http://www.nafb.com .

Source: Monsanto Company

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