For the tenth year, the Philadelphia Society for the Promoting Agriculture (PSPA) will award the Fred Winter Memorial Scholarships for Excellence in Horticulture to outstanding regional college students who plan to pursue careers in horticulture.

In 2023, the PSPA will award two $1,700 scholarships by June 1, 2023.  For eligibility and application, click here.

Dr. Fred Winter was a gardener extraordinaire, horticulturalist and ardent rhododendron propagator from the Pottstown, Pa., area. His farm, Schuylkill Navigation Company Farm, is listed in the archives of American Gardens of the Smithsonian.  The memorial scholarships are possible due to the continuing support of Mrs. Barbara Winter, Dr. Winter’s widow.

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The Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture is America’s oldest continually operating society to promote agricultural innovation. This organization promotes progressive, productive and sustainable agriculture through monthly online presentations, luncheon meetings and field trips to farms, universities and research institutions. The membership includes large and small farmers, government and academic staff and ag-related businesses.