Mr. Loran’s BBQ Contest

BBQ Contest Entry Fee: $10.00
Pre-registration is required.

2025 Contest: Ribeye with a choice of side dish by exhibitor

Online Entry: showman.app/shows#/suwannee-river-fair-2b5e

Liability Waiver REQUIRED at Entry:
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Mail-in Entry Form:
Mr Loran's BBQ Contest Entry Form

BBQ Contest Superintendents
   Tyler Pittman  - 352.463.3174
   Tyler Voorhees  - 352.359.9975

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This Contest is for youth age 9 by 1 September 2025 and is designed to develop skills in food safety, and the preparation and use of meat/chicken/meat products. Safe preparation practices and good food hygiene are primary goals.

Thank You BBQ Contest Sponsors

Palms Medical Group

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Mr Loran's BBQ Contest Rules

This Contest is for youth age 9 by 1 September 2025 and is designed to develop skills in food safety, and the preparation and use of meat/chicken/meat products. Safe preparation practices and good food hygiene are primary goals.

A completed summary sheet and 2 thank you letters contest sponsor and meat sponsor) must be turned in at the start of the contest.

  • Entry Fee $10.00
  • Individual Belt Buckle Contest for ages 9 and up.
  • Junior, Intermediate, Senior:  1st through 6th place ribbons & Cash Awards
  • Suwannee River Fair will provide the meat/meat product.
  • The participant will provide the side dish of grilled vegetables and/or fruits.
  • Each participant will present their barbequed products to the panel of judges at the conclusion of the contest.
  • Plates will be provided at registration. A portion cup will be available if participants want to furnish a sample of sauce used.
  • Record Sheet/Summary Sheet & Thank You Letter - Bring with you to the contest.
  • Participants are REQUIRED to view and follow the safety videos for the contest.
  • Official Dress is Not Required
  • Appearance and Cleanliness: It is important for the par­ticipant to be clean with no loose pieces of clothing (to prevent them from catching on fire while barbecuing). 

Required

  • Clean, neat, safe and dressed in appropriate attire
  • Black pants or skirt
  • Short sleeve shirt or long sleeve that fits close to the arm
  • Closed-toed shoes with backs or boots
  • Hair should be pulled-back or tied-back and/or under a cap or hat
  • Apron should be worn
  • Nothing that identifies you or your club/chapter

Information on this page is for informational purposes only and does not imply a contest, event, or show will occur at the Suwannee River Youth Livestock Show and Sale. If you find a broken link please email: Holly Houghton

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