Rushville — Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, a $13 billion ag lending cooperative serving farmers and rural America in Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana and Tennessee, reaffirmed its commitment to educational success by making $36,000 in scholarships available in 2008 to children of members.

Eighteen $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to students in agriculture or business at four-year universities based on academic record, leadership qualities and community involvement.

“We can think of no better way to invest in our future than through providing scholarships,” Greg Hall, financial services officer in Rushville, said.

Scholarship deadline is Feb. 29.

To apply go online to www.e-farmcredit.com and click on Community Support to download the application or call 765-932-5991 or 800-797-0002.