The Clermont County Farm Bureau has announced the availability of funds to award up to five (5) $1,000 scholarships.

Applicants must be a 2014 Clermont County graduating senior who will be attending an institution of higher education and must major in an agricultural field. Science and Chemistry or Vocational Agriculture education major will also be considered.

Preference will be given to agriculture, animal science, horticulture, science and chemistry majors, and education majors specializing the above areas of study. Consideration will be given for extracurricular activities and community involvement.

The selected scholarship winners must submit proof of attendance at an institution of higher learning with grades showing a 2.5 average for the first quarter/semester and must provide proof of enrollment for second semester/quarter.

Applications are available from all Clermont County high school guidance counselors and/or Vo Ag instructors, the Farm Bureau office, and are posted at www.ofbf.org/countypages/clermont and www.facebook.com/AdamsBrownClermontHighlandFarmBureau.

Completed applications must be received in the Farm Bureau office by Monday, March 31, 2014.

Email abch@ofbf.org or call (937) 378-2212 if you have any questions.