Syngenta’s new Durastak Traits of Tomorrow Scholarship program is accepting applications through June 15, 2026.
The program will award five $2,000 scholarships to exceptional students pursuing careers in STEM and agriculture-related fields. Syngenta’s scholarship program recognizes students who embody the traits that define leadership and drive progress: determination, resourcefulness and a forward-thinking mindset.
“Agriculture is evolving quickly, and the industry depends on the next generation to bring new ideas and solutions to the table,” said Matt Dolch, Syngenta Corn Product Manager. “At Syngenta, we see this as an investment not just in individuals, but in the long-term success of agriculture as a whole.”
Eligibility
The Durastak Traits of Tomorrow Scholarship is open to U.S. residents age 18 or older who are pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or agriculture-related fields. Eligible applicants include high school seniors planning to enroll full time at a college or university in fall 2026 in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota or Wisconsin, as well as current college or graduate students enrolled at institutions in those states. Employees of Syngenta and their immediate family members are not eligible.
How to Apply
Students can view the full rules and apply by submitting an online application at Syngenta-us.com/Scholarship. The application window opened March 23, 2026, and closes June 15, 2026. After the application period closes, a panel of judges will review all eligible submissions and select the five scholarship recipients based on the merits of their applications. Recipients will be notified in late June.
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