South Dakota CattleWomen Photo Contest Winners Announced

July 15, 2021

Cows, dogs and barns were some of the themes for winning for the first ever “Tell Us Your Beef Story” photo contest coordinated by the South Dakota CattleWomen (SDCW) for Beef Month.

Over 50 individuals submitted photos on the SDCW social media channels to enter. Winners will be awarded Beef cards to enjoy their favorite cut of beef at a grocery store, locker or restaurant.

All photos will be on display at the new SDCattlewomen website coming this fall.

Winners included:

People’s Choice Award and a prize of $100 for a photo of a Red Barn - Katy Lynn (Schoenfelder) Larson, Hamill.

1st place Award and a prize of $125 for a photo of cattle, a dog, and a red barn - Katy Lynn (Schoenfelder) Larson, Hamill.

2nd place Award and a prize of $50 for a photo of a cold cow – Megan Harkless of Oelrichs.

3rd place Award and a price of $25 for a photo of a girl kissing a cow – Lee Pdx, White River.

To receive a copy of photos in a format for publication, please email bdreyer@midco.network.

The South Dakota CattleWomen are made up of a group of women who impact the Beef industry in South Dakota through education about Beef’s health benefits, promotions to consumers and partnerships with business and organizations who share our goals. To learn more visit sdcattlewomen.org or find us on Facebook.

Source: SD CattleWomen

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