2026 Scholarship Recipients

Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) is pleased to announce the 2026 recipients of its $1,000 scholarship award for students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or acquiring a skilled trade or pursuing a career that would be beneficial to the rural economy.

Avary Lepischak – University of Manitoba – currently attending University 1

Emerson Nerbas – University of Manitoba – currently attending University 1

Ivy Perkin – University of Saskatchewan – Bachelor of Science

Keira Duguid – University of Saskatchewan – Agri-Business Diploma

Laura Seward – University of Saskatchewan – Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness

Myla Johannesson – University of Manitoba – currently attending University 1

“Avary, Emerson, Ivy, Keira, Laura, and Myla’s passion for learning and dedication to leadership make them truly deserving recipients of this year’s scholarships,” remarked Arvid Nottveit, President, Manitoba Beef Producers. “They have achieved this milestone through hard work, academic excellence, and a strong commitment to community service, and on behalf of MBP I wish them all the very best in their studies.”

The application process involves preparing an essay or video submission discussing the topic, “What the beef industry means to my family, my community and Manitoba.” The applications are judged blind by a review committee comprised of MBP staff and directors.

The November edition of the MBP newspaper Cattle Country features the essays from Avary, Emerson, and Ivy with the balance to follow in the December issue available online at https://mbbeef.ca/news/ on or about the beginning of the month.