WABA is proud to announce the first recipients of its new Future Ag Leader Scholarship. This is an annual award created to support Wisconsin students pursuing careers in agriculture. The 2025–26 scholarships have been awarded to two exceptional college seniors. They have demonstrated strong dedication to the agricultural industry and their local communities. Both recipients will be formally recognized at the 2026 Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic.
Parker Litterick is a senior at Iowa State University studying agricultural communication. She grew up on a small dairy farm in Theresa, Wisconsin. Throughout her college career, she has focused on building her skills as an agricultural communicator. Parker serves as a student ambassador for ISU’s College of Agriculture and contributes to Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow. Her experience also includes serving as a Wisconsin State FFA Officer and completing internships with WHO Radio’s Big Show and Agri-Pulse Communications in Washington, D.C.
Paige Sweatt, from Dane, Wisconsin, is a senior at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. She is majoring in agricultural business with a minor in animal science. Paige plans to pursue a career as an Agricultural Loan Officer. This will be combining her farm background and academic training to help producers access vital financial resources. She is also committed to consumer education, helping the public better understand how food is produced and the importance of modern agriculture.
WABA congratulates Parker and Paige on being selected as the inaugural Future Ag Leader Scholarship recipients. The Association looks forward to recognizing their achievements and presenting their awards during the 2026 Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic.
