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Nominate agricultural superhero to spotlight on State Fair trading cards (copy)
They may not wear capes or fly beside planes, but the state’s agricultural superheroes enrich the lives of all Virginians.
With the public’s help, some of these everyday icons will be immortalized on collectible trading cards at the State Fair of Virginia.
For the fourth year, the public is invited to nominate Virginians working in various agriculture and natural resources professions to appear on the 2026 Ag Superhero Trading Cards.
Twelve ag superheroes selected by a committee will be pictured with their industry-related statistics. Visitors can collect the free cards during the State Fair, which runs from Sept. 25 through Oct. 4. During the State Fair Educational Expo, the trading cards will be distributed to teachers as educational resources, along with related lesson plans and activities.
The heroes behind Virginia’s largest private industry are as varied as the state’s agricultural landscape. The trading cards aim to showcase the diversity of icons spanning the entire food chain—from livestock farmers to crop researchers and rural healthcare providers.
Nominations are accepted through April 15. Click here to nominate your favorite ag superhero. Past nominees may be featured on cards in future years.
To view last year’s Ag Superheroes or for more information, visit statefairva.org and click the “Education” tab.
Sponsorship opportunities to support production and distribution of the trading cards also are available. Call The Meadow Event Park staff at 804-994-2802 to start the conversation.
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