Agriculture Student Scholarship Recipients Announced in Saskatchewan

Released on May 12, 2026

Today, four Saskatchewan students were awarded Agriculture Student Scholarships, recognizing their leadership potential, innovative thinking and commitment to the future of Saskatchewan agriculture.

"I am thrilled to see such exceptional young leaders stepping forward with fresh ideas and a passion for advancing our sector," federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Heath MacDonald said. "These scholarships not only support the next generation of agricultural professionals, they foster collaboration and innovation that will help our industry meet tomorrow's challenges head-on."

"This year’s scholarship recipients are already strong ambassadors for our industry," Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit said. "Investing in their education helps ensure Saskatchewan agriculture remains strong and competitive for generations to come."

The 2026 scholarship theme, solutions to challenges in agriculture, invited students to explore emerging industry issues, how to communicate with the public, ways to collaborate within the industry and to propose actionable solutions that support a successful agricultural sector.

Carson Green from Mossbank was awarded $6,000 as the grand-prize recipient. Green's prize-winning video focused on the current labour needs facing Saskatchewan agriculture. Green's video called for coordinated efforts to build stronger career pathways for youth and emerging leaders.

"It is a great honour to be named the grand prize recipient of the 2026 Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Award," Green said. "This scholarship is a meaningful investment in the future generation of agriculture, and it demonstrates the government's care for supporting students, like myself, who are pursuing careers in the industry."

Green plans to attend University of Saskatchewan this fall, studying Agribusiness in the College of Agriculture & Bioresources.

The following students were each awarded $3,000 as runners-up:

• Brianna Yung (Bulyea)
• Eva Schafer (Makwa)
• Marshall Mann (Lloydminster)

The Agriculture Student Scholarship supports Saskatchewan students who are passionate about agriculture and committed to advancing the sector through innovation, education and leadership.

This program is funded through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a five-year (April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2028), $3.5-billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen the competitiveness, innovation and resiliency of Canada's agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector. This includes $1 billion in federal programs and activities and a $2.5-billion commitment that is cost-shared 60 per cent federally and 40 per cent provincially/territorially for programs that are designed and delivered by provinces and territories.

For more information on the scholarship winners and their submissions, visit: www.saskatchewan.ca/ag-public-trust.

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