2024 GJCA & GCWA Convention Contests
Junior Activities
Photo Contest
This contest allows GJCA, 4H, and FFA members to bring their experiences and creativity to life by enhancing their photography, presentation, and competitive skills. All entries will be displayed and judged at Convention and photos must relate to farming, cattle, or conservation.
Public Speaking Contest
This contest provides an opportunity for young people involved in the Georgia cattle industry to develop public speaking skills and participate in a competitive activity focused on ag issues. Participants are challenged to research a topic of their choice, analyze the information to develop a solid understanding of the issue, identify the factors of importance, effectively deliver their message to a panel of judges, and receive and respond to encouraging feedback on their performance.
Beef Quiz Bowl
The GJCA Junior Beef Quiz Bowl Competition provides contestants the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of factors impacting beef cattle producers including nutrition, management, current events, and industry trends. This event is suitable for urban as well as rural youth to become more knowledgeable about the beef industry. The Beef Quiz Bowl contest aims to assist youth in our industry by hosting a contest that encourages them to think clearly, communicate effectively, and perform productively with their teammates in a competitive environment.
Best Beef Recipe Contest
The GCWA Best Beef Recipe Contest aims to provide an opportunity for youth and adults to get involved in the Georgia cattle industry by developing their culinary skills and participating in a competitive activity focused on beef products. Participants are challenged to create a recipe utilizing ground beef, write it out, and bring the dish for a panel of judges to taste and provide feedback.