Registration is open for Jr Iron Chef!
North Country Jr. Iron Chef (Farm to School)
March 28, 2026 @ Hermon-DeKalb School
North Country Jr. Iron Chef Competition inspires Farm to School programs by encouraging regional middle and high school students to develop tasty, healthy recipes that showcase local produce and build lifelong cooking skills.
North Country Jr. Iron Chef is a legacy project of the St. Lawrence County Health Initiative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I learn more about the competition?
A: Check out the Team Packet (coming Soon) for the complete rules and guidelines. You can find it linked in the blue Team Information box on the webpage. On a computer, find this box on the right side. On a phone, scroll down.
Q: How do I know if my school is eligible to participate?
A: See the list of schools under the heading Current Eligible School to Participate in Competition on this webpage. On a computer, find this list on the left side. On a phone, scroll down.
Q: How do I register?
A: Registration and release forms must be submitted online by February 10th. Space is limited, register early!
See the blue Team Information box on this webpage for the registration form, release forms, and online payment option. On a computer, find this box on the right side. On a phone, scroll down.
Q: Is there a registration fee?
A: Yes, there is a $20 per team fee. Payment can be made online, by check, or by Purchase Order. Find details in the Payment Options brown box on this webpage. On a computer, find this box on the right side. On a phone, scroll down.
Q: How can I learn more about Farm to School educational programming available to schools?
A: Visit the Farm to School Educational Program webpage. To sign-up for in-person or virtual sessions, contact Kristy at kpc43@cornell.edu or 315-379-9192 ext. 236. This programming is highly encouraged for participating teams to assist with recipe development.
Q: How can I learn more about the Fresh-cut Farm to School program and the local foods it supplies to schools?
A: Visit the Fresh-cut Farm to School program webpage.
Q: I have a question not answered here. Who can I contact?
A: For general North Country Jr. Iron Chef inquiries, please contact NCJrIronChef@cornell.edu.
Contact
Cassondra Caswell
Health and Nutrition Issue Leader, SNAP-Ed NY North Country Project Manager, Director of Operations
cgc58@cornell.edu
315-379-9192 ext 235
Last updated October 27, 2025