Mitch Jones Memorial Scholarship
Honouring a Legacy of Leadership, Kindness, and Mentorship
Mitch Jones was a dedicated purebred cattle breeder and the proud owner of Tierra Sol Cattle Company. With a deep passion for the Salers breed, Mitch was known for his keen eye for quality cattle and for raising exceptional Simmental and Black Angus herds.
Always generous with his time and knowledge, Mitch was the kind of person who never hesitated to lend a helping hand or share his expertise. He was known as a gentle giant, a straight shooter, and, above all, a mentor to many within the agricultural community.
Mitch’s favourite livestock show was Farmfair International, where he played an instrumental role in launching the Farmfair International Supreme. It is, therefore, most fitting that the recipient of this scholarship will be announced during the Supreme Show.
This scholarship is established in loving memory of Mitch Jones and will be awarded to an individual who embodies the same leadership, kindness, and mentorship that Mitch so greatly exemplified.
Nomination Process
Anyone can nominate a worthy recipient by filling out the nomination form and sending it to the Jones Family at jones.kayla38@gmail.com.
The recipient will be announced at the Farmfair International Junior Supreme Show.
Selection Criteria
Nominees must meet the following criteria:
Be between 15–25 years old as of November 1, 2025
Be actively involved in the agriculture industry
Exhibit at Farmfair International
Number & Value of Scholarships
Up to one scholarship worth $2,000 will be awarded
Deadline to Apply
November 7, 2025
Canadian Cattle Young Leaders
Farmfair International has always been a strong supporter of Youth in Agriculture, which is one of the reasons we have included a Junior Show and programming geared to young people for over 50 years. The Canadian Cattle Young Leaders group is a great way to secure mentorship and support to assist young people in succeeding in careers in agriculture.
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Open to Farmers, Ranchers, and beef industry professionals ages 18-35.
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Applications open in January and close March 3.
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24 semi-finalists selected in May to attend selections competition.
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16 Finalists chosen to participate in the program year.
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Each participant is paired with a mentor in their area of interest and granted a $3000 travel budget for networking and learning opportunities that support the goals of their mentorship.