Lallemand, a global leader in yeast and bacteria manufacturing, has announced the winners of its 2024 Hometown Roots photo contest. Six rural communities across the Midwest will receive $5,000 each thanks to the contest, which celebrates the spirit of agriculture and rural living.
The contest, which ran from November 2023 to July 2024, invited participants to capture and share photos that represented the heart of agriculture in their communities. From candid shots of daily farm life to moments that captured the essence of rural living, the entries were a vibrant display of creativity and pride.
Each state winner had the privilege of choosing a local organization to receive the $5,000 donation from Lallemand. The winners and their chosen organizations are:
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Emily Beaufort
(Illinois) – Urban Growers Collective*
Tiffany Lorton
(Indiana) – McCutcheon HS Band Boosters*
Daniel Barker
(Iowa) – Ames Community School District*
Joe Bryce
(Minnesota) – Farm Rescue*
Amanda Weyrauch
(North Dakota) – Grain Palace Foundation*
James Slunecka
(South Dakota) – Faulkton Area Out of School ProgramThese organizations represent a wide range of community needs, from food security and education to supporting families in need and promoting local events. Each winner expressed their enthusiasm for supporting these organizations and the impact the donations will have.
“As a family-owned business, this contest allows us to continue our tradition of giving back to the communities that have supported us,” said Anne Favre, Strategic Marketing Director – USA & Canada, Lallemand Plant Care. “We’re proud of this initiative and are thrilled to have selected winners who truly captured the essence of what this photo contest was about.”
The Hometown Roots Contest, launched in 2022, is a testament to Lallemand’s commitment to supporting rural communities. Since its inception, the contest has awarded $100,000 to 20 participants in Canada and the United States, showcasing the company’s dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of those who live and work in rural areas.
For more information about the Hometown Roots Contest and Lallemand’s work, visit www.lallemandhometownroots.com.
