Agri-Culture, Inc. announced it is now accepting applications for its 2026 scholarships, offering seven awards for students entering or currently attending college in fields tied to agriculture and related disciplines.
The organization said the annual scholarship program is intended to support students pursuing degrees in agriculture, animal science, political science, history, culinary arts and other fields connected to the region’s agricultural community.
J.J. Crosetti, Jr.
The J.J. Crosetti, Jr. Memorial Scholarship awards $1,500 to a student pursuing a college degree in agriculture. The scholarship is open to students who are either beginning college or already enrolled.
Jimmie Cox
The Jimmie Cox Memorial Scholarship, the largest of the seven awards, provides $12,000 to a student entering or attending college and majoring in agriculture. The scholarship is designed to assist students committed to careers in the agricultural sector.
The Jeannie Witmer Memorial Scholarship offers $4,000 to a student who has been active, either currently or previously, in the California High School Rodeo Association District 4 or the California 4-H Horse Program. Applicants must be entering or attending college with a major in agriculture and/or animal sciences. The award includes $2,000 contributed by American AgCredit.
Laura Brown
The Laura Brown Memorial Scholarship provides $4,000 to a student entering or attending college and majoring in agriculture, a related field, or culinary arts. Agri-Culture said the award reflects Brown’s interest in agriculture and food-related professions.
Frank Prevedelli
The Frank Prevedelli Memorial Scholarship offers a $2,000 award to a student majoring in agriculture or a related field. Students entering college or already enrolled are eligible to apply.
Lou & Carol Calcagno
The Lou & Carol Calcagno Memorial Scholarship provides $1,000 for a student pursuing a degree in agriculture or a related field, political science, history, marine biology, wildlife management or culinary arts. The scholarship is open to both incoming and current college students.
Georgeann Cowles Eiskamp
The Georgeann Cowles Eiskamp Memorial Scholarship, the final of the seven awards, offers $2,000 to a female student who graduated from a high school within the Pajaro Valley Unified School District boundaries, whether public or private. Applicants must be majoring in an agriculture-related field and must have completed at least two semesters of college coursework.
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Agri-Culture said the eligibility requirements for each scholarship are detailed on the application. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 13, 2026. Applications may be submitted at www.agri-culture.us.
Students may also request applications through their school’s financial aid office or directly from Agri-Culture at 141 Monte Vista Ave. in Watsonville. The organization can be contacted at (831) 722-6622, (831) 818-1193, or by email at [email protected]. Applications and additional information are available at www.agri-culture.us.