Cultivating Future Leaders: Innovative Ag Services Announces Scholarship Winners

May 19, 2025


Innovative Ag Services proudly announces the recipients of its annual scholarship program. This year, seven outstanding students have each been awarded $1,000 to support their educational pursuits in agriculture.
 
Among the scholarships awarded, two dependent scholarships are awarded each year, providing financial aid to a student whose parent or guardian is employed by Innovative Ag Services. Additionally, two scholarships honor former CEOs Jack Friedman and Rick Vaughan, celebrating their significant contributions to the company and the agricultural industry. The remaining scholarships, funded directly by Innovative Ag Services (IAS), underscore the company's dedication to nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders.
 
These scholarships are available to high school seniors and college students pursuing degrees in agriculture or related fields. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic achievements, leadership skills, and involvement in agricultural activities.
 
"At Innovative Ag Services, our dedication to nurturing the future of agriculture remains unwavering," said Ken Smith, CEO. "These scholarships represent our ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation and giving back to the community that sustains us."
 
Congratulations to the following 2025 Scholarship Winners!
 
 
Name College Attending Area of Study Type of Scholarship
Lambertsen, Dean Iowa State University Ag Systems & Technology IAS Agricultural Scholarship
March, Bethany Hawkeye Community College Animal Science - Vet Assistant IAS Agricultural Scholarship
Schlarmann, Haili Iowa State University Agriculture Education IAS Agricultural Scholarship
Hogan, Claire Iowa State University Agriculture Communications IAS Dependent Scholarship
Wartick, Tyler Hawkeye Community College Mechanical Engineering IAS Dependent Scholarship
Echard, Keagan Oklahoma State University Animal Science/Ag Business Jack Friedman Scholarship
Appelhans, Addison Iowa State University Animal Science Rick Vaughan Scholarship

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