WEST DES MOINES, Iowa—April 18, 2025— The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) has awarded 106 scholarships to Iowa high school seniors and college students who are continuing their education in agriculture-related fields. This includes 27 first-time recipients and 76 students who had their IFBF scholarships renewed for 2025.

Scholarships are renewable for up to four years, or $10,000, for students pursuing a two- or four-year degree at an accredited higher education institution, including community colleges and technical schools. Eligibility is based on Farm Bureau membership, academic achievement, financial need, community and extracurricular involvement, letters of recommendation and demonstrated commitment to rural Iowa.

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(Area) First-time scholarship winners (listed alphabetically by hometown), parent names and future or current college are listed below.

Griswold: BrookLynne Peterson, Lea Anne Peterson, University of Iowa

Malvern: Ailey Marburger, Philip & Jenny Marburger, Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture

Missouri Valley: Mason Herman, Brad & Carey Herman, Iowa State University

Panora: Arilyan Steenblock, Ryan & Arianne Steenblock, Creighton University

Red Oak: Kennedy DeVries, David & Tamara DeVries, Iowa State University.