Welcome to the Agriculture Photo Contest at the Kentucky State University Small Farms Conference! We're excited to welcome participants to showcase their photography skills while celebrating the beauty and significance of agriculture. Whether you're capturing the vibrant colors of a farm landscape, the intricate details of agricultural practices, or the essence of farm life, this contest is your opportunity to highlight the diverse facets of agriculture through your lens. Please note that the deadline to enter agriculture photos is 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. To ensure your participation, be sure to submit your entries before the cutoff time. The winners of the Agriculture Photo Contest will receive prizes as a token of appreciation for their creative contributions. So grab your camera, focus on agriculture, and let your images speak volumes. Welcome to the Agriculture Photo Contest, where every snapshot tells a story of farming excellence. Rules: Each participant is allowed one entry per class in both general photography and horticulture photography. In horticulture photography, participants may enter any of the classes in addition to general photography. All classes (including Horticulture) with one photograph must be mounted on a white 10”x16” mat, which is available via order entry (no poster board or foam core board accepted). Single photographs are limited to a maximum size of 8”x10”. Pictures cannot be framed or matted with colored mat board. Each picture must be securely mounted, with rubber cement or dry mounting tissue recommended. Do not use photo mounting corners. Entries must have a current identification tag securely mounted to the front of the mat board in the lower right corner. Note: The identification tag should NOT cover the photo or hang over the board's edge. Photos must include the following description, typed on white paper or labeled and placed on the back of the mat board: Class Subject Location Equipment Used (Specific Camera, if a Point and Shoot Camera, cell phone photograph, or DSLR); If using Point and Shoot or DSLR camera, please list specific Lens, Tripod, Trigger Release, Lighting, etc...) Nothing should be placed on the front of the mat board except photographs and an ID tag. Any other required materials are to be mounted on the back. Entries not fitting the class descriptions will not receive a participation award.