Cream of the Crop Photo Contest

Thank you for another great photo contest season!

The Contest will begin again on March 11, 2026, and close on June 12, 2026. The Treasurer invites Illinois students ages 8 to 18 to submit an original photo showcasing their vision of agriculture in every season. Winners will be featured in program marketing, included in the 2026–2027 contest calendar, and invited to an Ag Day reception with the Treasurer at the Illinois State Fair.

If you would like to view the winning photos from the 2025 Cream of the Crop contest, please click here.