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Ag Product Demonstration
LSU AgCenterCooperative ExtensionJune 21, 2006
Created By: Holly Nguyen, MS; Denise Holston, MS; Sandra May, MS
Contest Information
Superintendent: Dr. Annrose Guarino
Sponsor: The Rice Council
Award: One educational trip
Age Requirements: must be at least 13 years of age by Jan. 1st of the current year
Contest Description
Individual demonstration on preparing a dish with one of the following Agricultural commodities:
Rice Poultry
Sugar Louisiana Seafood
Dairy Beef
Wheat Soybeans
Rule #1
Each parish may send two contestants
Rule #2
The contestant must present an individual presentation
The presentation should demonstrate the process of preparing a dish that uses one of Louisiana’s Agricultural commodities Rice, sugar, beef, wheat, poultry, LA seafood, dairy,
and soybeans
This does not include Horticulture Products
Rule #3
Demonstration rules:
15 minutes or less Limited to the preparation of one recipe
Rule #3 (continue)
Contestants should have the knowledge of:
Roles of commodity in the diet Importance of commodity to the economy of LA and
the world Types and forms of the commodities available Cooking characteristics Nutritional value of the commodities and/or the dish Costs of the dish prepared
Rule #3 (continue)
Contestants should include FOOD SAFETY practicesHow the dish fits into a HEALTHY lifestyle
The contestants can also discuss their project work
Rule #4
Contestants must bring ALL equipment and supplies needed for dish preparation/demonstration/clean-up
The dish must contain at least one cup of the commodity
Rule #5
Contestants may bring some ingredients already measured or prepared
The final product must be fully cooked
Rule #6
During contents demonstration time:
Contestants need to submit a sample* of the finished dish to the judges
Contestants need to submit copies* of the recipe, analysis, and cost per serving to judges
(*allow for four judges)
Rule #7
Remember, the presentation must not exceed 15 minutes
If one exceeds 15 minutes:
One point will be deducted for each minute or fraction thereof up to five minutes
Five points will be deducted for each minute or fraction thereof over five minutes
Rule #8
The contest will be judged by one set of judges
There will be NO final round of judging
Scoring of Demonstration
The judges will use a “Score Card”
There will be a total of 100 points35 points for SUBJECT MATTER35 points for DEMONSTRATION & SKILL30 points for the PRODUCT
Subject Matter
The importance of the subject matter should relate to: Role of commodity in diet and how it fits into a
healthy lifestyle
Types/Forms of commodities available
Cooking characteristics
Commodity as it related to LA and world economy
Food safety practices
Subject Matter
The contestants should:
Make accurate and clear statements
Reply knowledgeably to practical questions
Give references for subject matter presentation
Discuss any project work related to commodity or nutrition
Demonstration & Skill
The contestants should:
Arrange ingredients and equipment for convenience
Work in a logical sequence
Use appropriate cooking techniques and practice food safety
Work neatly and with ease
Demonstration & Skill
The contestants should: Demonstrate and/or describe all steps
clearly Be well-groomed and poised Make use of verbal expressions, facial
expressions, and eye contact Demonstrate good communication skills Not exceed 15 minutes
The Product
The final product must:
Contain at least one cup of the commodity product
Have a pleasing appearance
Have a distinctive flavor
Be economically practical (cost of dish should be given)
The Product
High-fat ingredients included in the recipe must be used in moderation
The final presentation (e.g., placement of foods, color contrasts, etc.) of the product will be scored as well
Key things to remember…
Do not let the presentation/demonstration exceed 15 minutesThis is an easy way to lose lots of points!!!
Bring all equipment and supplies needed for your preparation, demonstration, and the clean-up Only ovens and sinks will be available—not
the supplies
Do not be late to the contest!!!