The Cream of the Crop photo contest is an annual photography competition that showcases Illinois agriculture.
This annual competition is open to young people, and winners are chosen in the following age ranges: Ages 8-10, Ages 11-14, and Ages 15-18.
Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Cream of the Crop contest! Their photos are featured below.
Ages 8-10
First Place Winner
Golden Fields
Chase S. - Forsyth, IL
Second Place Winner
Rural Soil Preparation
Claire M. - Neoga, IL
Third Place Winner
Corn as seen from the Ground
Alex E. - Waterloo, IL
Ages 11-14
First Place Winner
County Fair
Lily D. - Indianola, IL
Second Place Winner
Nap Time
Anna P. - Mason City, IL
Third Place Winner
Mama and Baby
Caroline L. - Wellington, IL
Ages 15-18
First Place Winner
The Beauty in Planting
Adan S. - Plano, IL
Second Place Winner
Planting
April V. - Champaign, IL
Third Place Winner
This is How We Roll
Allison H. - Mulberry Grove, IL