INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is accepting submissions for the 16th annual Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest in June. The contest is open to all Indiana residents. It was created to recognize the hard work and contributions of Hoosier farmers and the beauty of the state’s agricultural landscape.
Contestants can submit up to five photos in digital format accommodated by a submission form for each photo. Photos will be evaluated based on creativity, composition, and category representation. Entries must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on June 30.
Participants are encouraged to submit photographs reflecting the wide array of agriculture. The categories photos can be entered under are:
- On the Farm: Showcasing any building, piece of equipment, or activity that is a part of life on an Indiana farm.
- Faces of Agriculture: Featuring those who grow and produce food, fuel, and fiber in Indiana.
- Agritourism: Spotlighting Indiana’s seasonal and agricultural destinations, such as orchards, wineries, and farmer’s markets.
- Conservation: Highlighting Indiana’s natural beauty with landscapes, water, and wildlife.
In total, ten winners will be selected: two from each category and two overall. Winners will be invited to attend a special ceremony at the Indiana State Fair, where they will be recognized. Contest winners will also have their photos featured at the Lt. Governor’s office in Indianapolis throughout the year.
Click here for entry forms, guidelines, and criteria, or visit ISDA.IN.GOV
