2025 Applications are now closed.

Why did I apply?

I applied for the scholarship to benefit me in my final year at Harper Adams University to help me pursue my passion for food and agriculture. I believe the scholarship has helped me to progress in my future pursuits, resulting in myself receiving offers to study either a Masters Degree in International Agribusiness and Food Chain Management or a Masters of Research exploring the role of artificial intelligence could play in the beef industry again at Harper Adams University.

What have I done with the money?

The scholarship assisted me in a number of ways, with some of the funds going towards accommodation for my final year.  This reduced my anxiety with regard to funding accommodation.  Some funding also was used to purchase an academic book on farm management, which supported my current studies and enabled me to gain a deeper insight into current and future trends within the agricultural industry, which will support me in my future pursuits.

Additionally, I feel receiving the scholarship, and being awarded the scholarship at The Ashby Show, has boosted my confidence to apply for further studies, assisting me in receiving offers for the  two Masters courses at Harper Adams University.

I would like to thank Ashby De La Zouch & District Agricultural Society for giving me the opportunity to receive the scholarship. Thank you to the Chairman and Committee for taking the time to interview me and for making me feel at ease throughout the entire process.

Why did I apply?

I am a graduate student and always wanted to go on to study Veterinary Medicine after my undergraduate degree. However, as a graduate I was unable to apply for tuition fee’s, while not able to work in the summer as much due to our course placements we must carry out. When I saw this Ashby Show scholarship, I applied straight away as the large amount of money really helps!

What have I done with the money?

As mentioned above I have used some of it for student fee’s, however I have also bought an academic book. It is specifically on farm animal disease, an area of veterinary that I want to specialise in whilst also supporting my current studies it will also be essential in my career.

We are also required by the RCVS to carry out a number of weeks placement in practice. I have taken the opportunity to travel around the country to Cornwall right up to Scotland. The scholarship funding also helped to pay for accommodation and food while I was away. I find it really interesting seeing how farms work differently and picking up maybe only small changes can make a big difference to animal health and production.

I can’t thank The Ashby De La Zouch & District Agricultural Society enough for awarding me the scholarship. Many thanks to the chairman and committee who interviewed me and presented me the award at Ashby show last year.

"The Ashby De La Zouch & District Agricultural Society Scholarship is a great opportunity for enthusiastic young entrants that is studying an agriculture-related course and is within 25 miles of Ashby De La Zouch. The award aims to encourage individuals to excel within the agricultural industry and their studies with the initial help of funding and encouragement. This award has helped myself substantially with developing my knowledge and networking within the industry. I thank all the trustees within the show and look forward to becoming more involved with Ashby Show in the years to come." 

Why did you apply?

"I applied for the Scholarship, as a final year student of Harper Adams University, as I believe these funds would help benefit me to pursue my passion for agriculture and food production. The application process was very informal and was great to meet the trustees of the scholarship who made applicants feel very at ease during the interview process. "

What have you done with the money?

"The funds I received for this award has assisted myself to improve my knowledge of business awareness, increase my practical skills and further develop my network.

Since receiving this award, I have finished my placement year with Mcdonalds/ The Lakes Free Range Egg Company, and I have been lucky to have attended the Oxford Farming Conference 2023 and Dairy Tech at Stoneleigh Park this year. It has been great to hear from industry leading experts about the latest innovation and services addressing key challenges and opportunities affecting the industry. Moreover, attending these events has informed myself about new technologies and product launches within the agricultural industry, that drives change to transform food and farming systems for good.

Additionally, with being in my final year at Harper Adams studying Agriculture with Animal Science has allowed myself to become familiar of current situations/future trends and expand my knowledge within the industry to then have applied these concepts into my studies."

Applicants must be a British National, 18 years and over. Permanent residence within 25 miles of Ashby de la Zouch. Studying Agriculture or associated subject at College or University. Students studying a multi-year course in the ensuing academic year. Single year students, or those in their final year may be eligible for a reduced Award.

Unsuccessful students may re-apply in subsequent years so long as they are still attending their course. Applicants will be required to repay the scholarship if they fail to complete the course.

Applications to be submitted by 15th June to the Society Secretary, or completed online via the Ashby Show website, with eligible applicants being asked to attend for interview and the awards being announced following all applicants having been interviewed.

Scholarships are for £2,000 with £1,000 being made directly to the college or university towards the student's course fees, once the enrolment for the next academic year has been confirmed, and £500 being paid to the recipient. The final instalment, being of £500 being made directly to the recipient following the completion of the student’s year.

The recipients to attend 2025 Ashby Show to receive the first £500 and a certificate presented by the Ashby Show President, and also deliver a short presentation of their achievements and career progress at the following AGM in December.

Simply complete the form below, or email the secretary for a word doc version - info@ashbyshow.com

The award of the scholarship will be based on the following criteria:

a. Agricultural content of the course being studied

b. Past academic record and previous agricultural experience

c. Involvement in agricultural organisations

d. Future career aspirations and the future of agriculture

e. Their understanding of the role of Agricultural Shows and how this can be enhanced.

Applicants will be required to repay the scholarship if they fail to complete the course.