North Country Jr. Iron Chef (Farm to School)

North Country Jr. Iron Chef Registration is Open!

Registration Deadline: Feb 3rd *Extended* February 10, 2025

Event Date: March 29, 2025

North Country Jr. Iron Chef is a competition for teams of regional middle and high school students to develop and prepare tasty, healthy recipes that could be realistically prepared in a school cafeteria. Find the event flyer here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I learn more about the competition?

A: Check out the Team Packet 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 Casey at cgc58@cornell.edu or 315-379-9192 ext. 235.

Last updated February 7, 2025