The Louisiana 4-H Food Challenge competition challenges teams of 4-H members to create a dish using only a key ingredient and access to a “grocery store” of other ingredients. From the ingredients, team members are challenged to create a healthy dish while practicing proper food safety, preparation, and communication skills. Following the dish preparation, teams present to a panel of judges who will further test their culinary and nutrition knowledge with a question-and-answer segment.

Regional Contest Date & Location: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 4-H Mini Farm (LSU Campus - Baton Rouge)

The top three teams in each division will advance to the state competition that will take place Wednesday, May 20, 2026 in Alexandria LA

Age Divisions:

• Division 1: 4th-6th graders
• Division 2: 7th-8th graders
• Division 3: 9th-12th graders

Registration for this event will close January 30, 2026

Food Challenge Team Registration