WABA Announces Future Ag Leader Scholarship Recipients

The Wisconsin Agri-Business Association (WABA) is proud to announce the first recipients of its new Future Ag Leader Scholarship, an annual award created to support Wisconsin students pursuing careers in agriculture. The 2025–26 scholarships have been awarded to two exceptional college seniors who have demonstrated strong dedication to the agricultural industry and their local communities. Both recipients will be formally recognized at the 2026 Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic this January at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells.
Parker Litterick, a senior at Iowa State University studying agricultural communication, 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, writing for the organization’s magazine. 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, majoring in agricultural business with a minor in animal science. Paige plans to pursue a career as an Agricultural Loan Officer, 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.
For more information about WABA’s scholarship program or the Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic, please contact the WABA office or visit www.wiagribusiness.org.

About the Wisconsin Agri-Business Association
The Wisconsin Agri-Business Association is a non-profit trade organization representing agribusinesses across the state. WABA provides education, advocacy, and networking opportunities to help its members thrive while advancing Wisconsin’s agricultural industry. Through events, training, and industry partnerships, WABA supports innovation, leadership, and long-term growth for agriculture in Wisconsin.