The application period for the sixth annual #RootedinAg contest is now open. Applicants share stories of the people who inspired them in their agricultural careers.

“The #RootedinAg contest gives us a chance to celebrate the journeys of people who are moving agriculture forward and share their uplifting stories with others,” said Wendell Calhoun, communications manager at Syngenta.

Some of the inspirations behind previous #RootedinAg winners include a grandfather’s wisdom, a father’s unconditional support, and a whole family’s commitment to their land and community.  Interested candidates can describe their inspiration in this year’s competition by:

The deadline to enter is May 30, 2019. Shortly after this date, a panel of judges will choose three finalists on or about June 7, 2019, based on the quality of their essays. Syngenta will then post their entries on the Thrive website and ask visitors to help choose the grand prize winner by voting for their favorite. These votes, along with the judges’ scores, will determine the winner. Online voting ends Aug. 30, 2019, with Syngenta announcing the grand prize winner in September.

Syngenta will award $500 to one grand prize winner and publish his or her story in Thrive magazine, which will include an exclusive photo shoot. Syngenta will also make a $1,000 donation in the winner’s name to a local charity or civic organization.

To apply, learn more or see previous contest winners, go to http://www.syngentathrive.com/.

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