California Commercial Cheese

Cheese on a board

The California State Fair Commercial Cheese Competition celebrates the hard work, craftsmanship, and unique character of California Cheese.

Cheese judges are selected from respected cheesemakers, cheese merchants, writers, promoters, and educators.

How to Enter

Check the guide for full instructions on how to enter.

2025 California Commercial Cheese Competition Guide *Coming Soon*

 

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2025 Commercial Cheese Award Order Form *Coming Soon*

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Tyler Albert

Cheese Competition Coordinator

916-407-6572

cheese@calexpo.com

Competition Dates

Dates Details
February 1, 2025 Entries Open
February 28, 2025 Entries Close
March 10-14, 2025 Cheese Receiving Dates
March 19, 2025 Competition Date

Divisions & Classes

Please see the guide for a full list of divisions and classes.

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