A pressing question in the agriculture community is, “Who is next?” For many farmers, the fear that no one will continue the family farm looms large, raising concerns about the future of agriculture. This sentiment resonated deeply with viewers who selected the winner of the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion and Education Commit- tee’s annual photo contest. The win- ning photo, taken by Caitlin Hill of Milford, captures a young boy dressed as a combine while standing in front of two real combines after harvest showing that there is a fu- ture for agriculture. Hill, along with other award recipients, was recognized for her achievement at the Delaware Farm Bureau’s annual banquet on Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Modern Maturity Center in Dover.
Contest winners showcased di- verse aspects of agriculture, including livestock, machinery, barns, and landscapes. The contest, which opened in May and ran through Oct. 31, awarded all winners with certificates. Winning entries will be displayed at the Delaware Farm Bureau state office in Camden and the Delaware Agriculture Museum in Dover.
Awardees include:
- First Place – Caitlin Hill
- Second Place – Vincent Kranz
- Third Place – Malory Wood
- Fourth Place – Kristen Kemp
- Honorable Mentions – Karla Roberts, April Doyle, Ashley Chance, Michelle Sartin, Danielle Lange, Everett Bennett
- President’s Pick – Amanda Bodine
The 2025 contest will begin in May, so get your camera ready to capture Delaware agriculture this coming year! For more information or to get involved with the Promotion and Education Committee, visit defb.org or call the state office at 302-697-3183.
