A grinning musterer taking a mob of cattle out at sunset has taken out the top prize in the 2024 National Agriculture Day photo and video competition, with Moree’s Sascha Estens finishing one of four runners-up.
National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke said Bronte Tremlett’s striking shot won the judges over in a record field of 500 entries.
“Undoubtedly agriculture provides some of the best backdrops and moments to capture on camera, but the sheer joy captured in Bronte’s image put it at the front of the pack.”
Coming in second place, Tamara Ward’s heartwarming “Grow ewe beaut one!” features her daughter with Lilly, a hand-reared orphaned lamb, showcasing the close bond between them.
“This is what National Ag Day is all about – showing Australians why farmers love what they do. It’s the bonds with our animals, the stunning landscapes and the feeling you get at the end of a hard day’s work,” Mr Jochinke said.
“Best of all, it’s about the pride and purpose knowing you are feeding and clothing people in Australia and across the globe.”
The NFF teamed up with Syngenta for the competition, with the agricultural company providing $5000 in cash to share between six winners.
Syngenta Australia & New Zealand managing director, David Van Ryswyk, congratulated the winners and thanked everyone who entered for sharing a little piece of their life on the land with the rest of Australia.
“These images give us a glimpse into the incredible people, landscapes and produce that define Australian agriculture,” Mr Van Ryswyk said.
“Australian farmers work hard to produce the food and fibre we consume every day. This is something we can all be proud of and National Agriculture Day – and this competition – is the perfect way to celebrate this.”
National Agriculture Day is held on the third Friday of November each year.
2024 Photo and Video Competition Winners
First: Race to the esky
Photographer: Bronte Tremlett, NT
Second: Grow ewe beaut one!
Photographer: Tamara Ward, Tincurrin, WA
Runner-up: Canola – Grow You Good Thing (video)
Photographer: Mark Habner, Cummins, SA
Runner-up: Future Farmer Monty
Photographer: Alisha Campbell, Goondiwindi, Qld
Runner-up: Stand Out
Photographer: Jasmine Stewart, Flora Valley Station, WA
Runner-up: Nothing Runs Like a Deere
Photographer: Sascha Estens, Moree, NSW
