Students recognized for leadership innovation and agriculture problem solving skills development.
Four Saskatchewan students have been recognized with Agriculture Student Scholarships for their leadership skills, innovative thinking, and dedication to the future of agriculture. The scholarship program supports students who are helping strengthen Saskatchewan’s agriculture industry through education, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.
The 2026 scholarship competition focused on the theme “solutions to challenges in agriculture.” Students were encouraged to examine current agricultural issues, explore better communication with the public, and develop practical ideas that support a successful and sustainable agriculture sector.
Carson Green from Mossbank received the grand prize scholarship valued at $6,000. Green’s winning video focused on labour shortages facing Saskatchewan agriculture and highlighted the importance of building stronger career opportunities for young people entering the industry.
“It is a great honour to be named the grand-prize recipient of the 2026 Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Award," said Green. "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.”
The project encouraged greater cooperation across the agriculture sector to help prepare future leaders and strengthen workforce development in rural communities. Green plans to attend the University of Saskatchewan this fall to study Agribusiness at the College of Agriculture and Bioresources.
Three additional students each received runner-up scholarships valued at $3,000. The runners-up included Brianna Yung from Bulyea, Eva Schafer from Makwa, and Marshall Mann from Lloydminster.
The Agriculture Student Scholarship program supports Saskatchewan students who are passionate about agriculture and committed to advancing the industry through innovation, leadership, and education. The program also encourages young people to become involved in solving modern agricultural challenges while helping support future growth within the sector.
Funding for the scholarship program is provided through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
Agriculture leaders believe scholarship opportunities like these help encourage the next generation of agricultural professionals while supporting innovation, education, and leadership throughout Saskatchewan and Canada’s agriculture industry.