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Last updated on Thursday, July 21, 2016
(BEDFORD) - A Bedford college student has been awarded a scholarship from Farm Credit Mid-America as part of the organization’s commitment to developing the next generation of leaders in agriculture.
Carrie Flinn was awarded a $1,000 scholarship based on academic record, leadership qualities, and community and school involvement. Flinn attends Franklin College.
"Ushering in the next generation of agriculture is an important part of Farm Credit's mission to secure the future of our industry, and rewarding standout students is one way of recognizing the achievements of Indiana youth," said Tom Sloma, senior vice president financial services. "As future leaders of rural communities and farming, we are eager to support students who strive to achieve success in education and who have a passion for agriculture."
In total, Farm Credit Mid-America awarded 62 college scholarships across its four-state territory to its customers' children and grandchildren who are pursuing degrees related to agriculture. Farm Credit also offers scholarships at universities and through organizations such as Ag Futures of America (AFA) and Minorities in Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS).
For additional information on Farm Credit Mid-America's community engagement efforts, visit e-farmcredit.com/community.
About Farm Credit Mid-America
Farm Credit Mid-America is a financial services cooperative, and has served the credit needs of farmers and rural residents across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee for a century. Backed by the strength of more than a 100,000 customer-members and $22 billion in assets, Farm Credit Mid-America provides loans for real estate, operations, equipment, housing and related services such as crop insurance, and vehicle, equipment and building leases. For more information, call 1-800-444-FARM or visit them on the web at www.e-farmcredit.com.
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