The Real Dirt on Farming Photo Contest is now closed. Thank you to everyone who submitted their incredible shots. Entries will be reviewed over the coming months, and winners will be announced in early 2026. Stay tuned!
Winning photos may be used in the updated seventh edition of The Real Dirt on Farming, a publication that answers common questions about food and farming practices in Canada. For more information on this publication and to view the latest edition, visit www.RealDirtonFarming.org.
Read the press release, including full contest details here.
CATEGORIES
- Canadian Farm Scenes – Showcase the beauty of rural Canada, from sweeping fields to quiet farmyards.
- Crazy About Crops – Feature the crops grown across Canada’s fields, orchards, and greenhouses — from planting through harvest.
- All About Animals – Capture farm animals in barns or pastures — candid, engaged, or hard at work.
- Canadian Food – Highlight the journey from farm to fork with images of fresh, delicious, Canadian-grown food.
- Day in the Life – Offer a behind-the-scenes look at life on the farm, celebrating the people and moments that make it all happen.
- Equipment & Technology – Focus on the tools and innovations that keep Canadian farms moving — from tractors and drones to robotics and agri-tech.
PRIZES
Cash prizes will be awarded in each of the six categories:
- 1st Place: $400
- 2nd Place: $200
- 3rd Place: $100
Additional $50 usage awards will be provided for images selected for use in The Real Dirt on Farming or other Farm & Food Care materials, even if not among the top prize winners.
