2025 Jones County Farm Bureau Cookout Contest
The Jones County Farm Bureau Cookout Contest is designed to promote quality Iowa meat. You do not have to be an expert griller to compete - just enjoy cooking outdoors!
Sunday July 20
Outside Youth Development Center
Any Iowa resident 13 years or older is eligible to participate in the BBQ Contest. It is not necessary to be a resident of Jones County or member of Farm Bureau.
Entry Categories ($10 entry fee per category)
Individual:
Pork
Beef (no brisket)
Lamb
Poultry (No Eggs)
Turkey
Combo/Specialty*
Youth (13-18 years old as of 08.20.25)
Team
* Combo/Specialty - a recipe combining two or more meats from the eligible meat categories.
If an individual or team is selected as the Jones County Ultimate BBQ Master, they have the opportunity to compete at the Farm Bureau Annual Cookout Contest on the Grand Concourse of the Iowa State Fair.
For Question regarding any of our Open Contests or Competitions please contact the Great Jones County Fair Office at 319-465-3275
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