The Missouri Department of Agriculture is launching the 13th annual Focus on Missouri Agriculture photo contest. The Department is asking Missourians to share their agriculture story through photographs.
Donor Name: Missouri Department of Agriculture
State: Missouri
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Contest
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 06/10/2022
Details:
That image may take shape through a breathtaking farm landscape, an aerial shot of harvest, a farm tractor that has been in the family for years or a fun moment showcasing farm life.
Contest winners will be displayed in the Agriculture Building at the 2022 Missouri State Fair in Sedalia.
Categories
- Beauty of the Farm – Missouri is home to lush landscapes, rolling hills and stunning sunsets all found right in their very own backyards. The beauty of the farm is captured through a love and respect of the land and a dedication to a better tomorrow. Enter photographs that show the pictorial, scenic or graphic nature of Missouri farms, farming or agricultural products and represent the beauty of your farm.
- Faces of the Farm – Individual people coming together with their unique personalities, ideas and work ethics are what make Missouri great. They want to see the portraits of Missouri’s farmers, farm families and people who make agriculture great doing what they do best – working! The story of agriculture is often told in the people who work and live on the land, so show us the faces of your farm.
- The Farmer’s Life – The life of a farmer is unique and always interesting. With everything always on the move, photos help capture the humor, drama and fun of the farm that makes this lifestyle worth living. Work, play, friendship or farm families sharing their love for one another – it’s all about the farmer’s life!
- Pride of the Farm – There is a lot to be proud of when it comes to Missouri’s farms and ranches. They know you are pleased with your trusty tractors, lush fields, healthy livestock and all the hard work that goes into them – so don’t be shy and show them off! Showcase what makes you proud to be a Missouri farmer.
- Children’s Barnyard – They are amazed by the talent of the children here in Missouri. Through 4-H or encouragement for their parents, children across the state are taking incredible photos of what agriculture means to them. That’s why they created a category just for children ages 12 and younger to showcase what they are doing on the farm and in their communities.
Open to children ages 12 and younger. All types of agriculture and farming-related pictures are eligible. Parent/Guardian approval required.
Prizes
- The photographer taking this year’s Best of Show photo, and all four category winners (first place only), will enjoy a plethora of Missouri products provided by contest sponsor, Missouri Grown. Winners will be mailed their prizes:
- Best of Show – Missouri Grown gift basket + canvas print of winning photo
- Category Winner – Missouri Grown gift basket + canvas print of winning photo
- Beauty of the Farm
- Faces of the Farm
- The Farmer’s Life
- Pride of the Farm
- Entries submitted by photographers age 12 and under are eligible for separate judging. The winner of the Children’s Barnyard category will also receive a Missouri Grown gift basket.
- Children’s Barnyard Winner – Missouri Grown gift basket + canvas print of winning photo
- Children’s Barnyard Runner Up and Honorable Mentions – Canvas print of winning photo
Eligibility Criteria
- The contest is open to any Missouri photographer and there is a special category for children ages 12 and under. Photographers may submit up to three entries per category, and the entries must show some aspect of agriculture including food production or agritourism in Missouri.
For more information, visit Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest.
