Fruit & egetables Competition Guide 2021 OC Fair

Fruit & Vegetables Competition Guide

2021 Competition Guide

Online Registration Deadline

Competition Delivery Date

Check-In Time

Entry Pickup Date

Wednesday, July 14 2 p.m. Thursday, July 15 7 - 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 20 7 - 9:30 a.m.

Monday, July 19 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 20 7 - 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 27 7 - 9:30 a.m.

Monday, July 26 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 27 7 - 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 3 7 - 9:30 a.m.

Monday, August 2 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 3 7 - 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 10 7 - 9:30 a.m.

Monday, August 9 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 10 7 - 9:30 a.m. Monday, August 16 7 - 11 a.m.

2021 OC Fair

2021 IMPORTANT DATES to rememberOnline registration opens June 7 - OC Fair runs July 16- August 15, 2021

CONTACTGarden & Floral StaffOffice (714) 708-1619 [email protected] Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T SIntroduction .............................................................................................................. 1

Rules ..............................................................................................................................2

Eligibility / Entry Limit / How to EnterExhibitor Ticket / Help with Entering ....................................................3

Entry Delivery / Entry Pickup .....................................................................4

Judging ........................................................................................................................5

Awards ........................................................................................................................ 6

Adult Divisions .................................................................................................. 7-8Division 601 - 605 Specimen ProduceDivision 611 - 615 Largest ProduceDivision 621 - 625 Most Unusual Looking

Youth Divisions ...............................................................................................9-10Division 1601 - 1605 Youth Specimen ProduceDivision 1611 - 1615 Youth Largest ProduceDivision 1621 - 1625 Youth Most Unusual Looking



introduction

Dear Exhibitors,

We are excited to welcome all our exhibitors and guests back for the 2021 OC Fair as it is definitely “Time For Fun”! We all have faced many challenges this past year due to COVID-19. Because of the ongoing concern with public health, we have had to make adjustments to our competitive programs, exhibits, and layouts with enhanced health and safety measures in mind. Please note that these modifications are not permanent and we look forward to planning future fairs with our full line of competitions and exhibits. We thank you all for your understanding and continued support as we navigate through these times together!

Changes you will see in the Garden & Floral competitions and gallery include:

• Many divisions and classes are on temporary hiatus which we plan to bring back next year.• Reduced footprint for horticulture exhibitions.• The absence of our In-Person Awards Presentation.• Reduced participation from past featured exhibitors.

We look forward to seeing you again and celebrating summer at the OC Fair!



R U L E S1. Local and State Rulesgovernthiscompetition.

2. ExhibitorsareresponsibleforreadingtheCompetitionGuidelinesandmustabidebythem.

3. See registration and competition dates on the cover page. No reminder cards will be sent.

4. All entries are limited to home-grown produce.

5. Do not wax fruit or vegetables.

6. Entries incorrectly entered/identified will be disqualified.

7. The same item cannot be resubmitted in subsequent competitions, neither under the original or a different exhibitor’s name.

8. Items entered will be marked to prevent re-entry.

9. If multiple entries are submitted by an individual within the same Class, entries will be disqualified.

10. Items of great or sentimental value should not be used.

11. The OC Fair reserves the right to refuse any entry that has a serious disease or insect problem.

12. If spoilage occurs prior to the pickup date, the entry will be discarded.

13. The OC Fair is not responsible for lost, damaged or dead items.

14. Entries must be picked up during the designated pickup time (see cover page of this guide) or entries become the property of the OC Fair and may be discarded.

https://ocfair.com/oc-fair/competitions-contests/guidelines

https://ocfair.com/oc-fair/competitions-contests/state-rules



E L I G I B I L I T YAdult Divisions: Open to California residents, ages 18 or older.Youth Divisions: Open to youth ages 6-17 (by July 16, 2021) who live in California.

E N T R Y L I M I TOne entry per Class per competition dateIf multiple entries are submitted within the same Class, additional entries will be disqualified.

H O W T O E N T E R1. Go to ocgard.fairmanager.comor click on the button and register online before the deadline.2. Choose from among the Divisions and Classes listed.3. There are no entry fees for this competition. It’s free to enter.

Exhibitor Name• Entries must be made under the name of the individual who prepared it. • Do not use business or fictitious names. • There are no team entries. • Enter using the exhibitor’s name as it will appear on the display tag. This also applies to all youth entries.• Last year’s accounts are no longer valid. All exhibitors must create a new account.

EntryConfirmation• An email notification and confirmation will be sent immediately after your online payment is received• If the email confirmation does not arrive shortly, please check your Spam/Junk folder before contact-

ing the OC Fair.

H E L P W I T H E N T E R I N GHelp Desk (Arrive early to avoid long wait times.)Centennial Farm, Silo Building, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626View map

• Thursday, July 15 ............7 - 9:30 a.m.• Tuesday, July 20 ..............7 - 9:30 a.m.• Tuesday, July 27 ..............7 - 9:30 a.m.• Tuesday, August 3 ..........7 - 9:30 a.m.• Tuesday, August 10 .......7 - 9:30 a.m.

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E n t r y D e l i v e r yBring your entry(s) to Centennial Farm on Competition Day (See cover page)

• Enter Gate 1 off Fair Drive. • Check in is 7 - 9:30 a.m. Exhibitors must check in by 9:30 a.m. without exceptions.• Claim checks will be provided when exhibits are delivered. • Exhibitor must wear a protective face covering

Download entry delivery map

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E n t r y P i c k u pPick up your entry(s) at Centennial Farm on Pickup Day (See cover page)

• Exhibitor must wear a protective face covering

• Photo ID is required for pick up. • If you are unable to pick up your items, please arrange for someone to pick them up for you. • Unclaimed items and ribbons become the property of the OC Fair and will be discarded. • No additional phone calls or email notifications will be made.• The OC Fair & Event Center is not responsible for exhibits left after this date.

https://ocfair.com/oc-fair/competitions-contests/map-entry-delivery-silo



J u d g i n gQualified judges will be selected by the Program Coordinator from local professionals who are at the top in their field. The judges are professionals and their decisions are final.

Adult DivisionsPlaced using the American Judging System where exhibits are ranked one against another.

• First, Second, Third Place and Honorable Mention may be awarded in each Class if judges so determine. More than one Honorable Mention per Class may be awarded.

• First Place Winners will compete for Division Winner. • Division Winners will compete for Best of Show.

Youth DivisionsPlaced using the Danish Judging System where each entry is judged on how well it meets a standard rather than how it compares to other entries.

• Entries are judged Blue (superior), Red (very good) or White (average) Award. • There may be more than one Blue, Red or White Award per Class.

Youth Largest Item and Most Unusual Item is placed using the American Judging System • Exhibits are ranked against one another (i.e. First, Second, Third, Honorable Mention).

JudgingJudging is not open to the public. Judges have the authority to disqualify any entry that does not meet the requirements specified. Judges are not obligated to award a place unless an entry merits a place.

Judging Criteria

Condition (30%) ...............Well-grown, good color and shape, clean, trimmed, free from blemishes Type and Size (25%) ...............True to type for the variety or group MarketQuality(25%) ...............Prime edible maturity, firm, tender, crisp, and fresh Uniformity(20%) ...............Specimens are uniform in size, color, shape, type, maturity



A w a r d sBest of Show Division Winner First/Blue ..........................................5 points eachSecond/Red ....................................3 points eachThird/White ......................................1 points eachHonorable Mention

The Garden & Floral Department will be hosting a Staff’s Choice Award. Winners of these awards will receive an additional ribbon.

No premiums offered except for Adult Sweepstakes

SweepstakesAdult and Youth Sweepstakes in Fruit & Vegetables will be tallied based on the accumulated points (see above) for all five judging days. Sweepstakes awards are as follows:

Adult CompetitionsAdult Fruit & Vegetable Sweepstakes ................................................ Ribbon & $50

Youth CompetitionsYouth Fruit & Vegetable Sweepstakes (ages 6-12) .................... Ribbon onlyYouth Fruit & Vegetable Sweepstakes (ages 13-17) .................. Ribbon only

Judging Results Results can be viewed online at ocfair.com/results. We post results online as soon as possible.Please do not call or email for competition results.

RibbonsRibbons may be picked up on the competition dates listed on the cover page and on Final Pickup Day on Monday, August 16, 7 - 11 a.m..

Sweepstakes Award Check and PremiumsWill be made payable to the exhibitor whose name is indicated on the entry form and mailed within 30 days after the close of the 2021 OC Fair. Signed judging sheets will be used as evidence for payment of premiums. Ribbons and tags will not be accepted.

https://ocfair.com/results



Division 601-605Competition Dates: July 15, 20, 27, August 3, 10

Class 01: Avocados, quantity 3

Class 02: Beans, 8 pods

Class 03: Beets, quantity 3

Class 04: Berries, quantity 8

Class 05: Bitter Melon, quantity 1

Class 06: Carrots, quantity 3

Class 07: Chayote Squash, quantity 2

Class 08: Corn, 3 ears

Class 09: Cucumbers, quantity 3

Class 10: Daikon Radish, quantity 3

Class 11: Eggplant, quantity 1

Class 12: Figs, quantity 3

Class 13: Grapefruit, quantity 2

Class 14: Grapes, 1 bunch

Class 15: Guava, quantity 3

Class 16: Kumquats, quantity 5

Class 17: Lemons, quantity 3

Class 18: Limes, quantity 3

Class 19: Lotus Root, quantity 1

Class 20: Napa Cabbage, 1 head

Class 21: Onions, quantity 3

Class 22: Oranges, quantity 3

Class 23: Papaya, quantity 1

Class 24: Pears, quantity 3

Class 25: Peppers, Hot, quantity 3

Class 26: Peppers, Sweet, quantity 3

Class 27: Pomegranates, quantity 3

Class 28: Potatoes, quantity 3

Class 29: Pumpkins, quantity 1

Class 30: Radishes, quantity 3

Class 31: Rhubarb, 3 stalks

Class 32: Squash, quantity 2 (not zucchini or pumpkin)

Class 33: Starfruit, quantity 2

Class 34: Mandarins/Clementines, quantity 3

Class 35: Tomatillos, quantity 3

Class 36: Tomatoes, Cherry, quantity 5

Class 37: Tomatoes, quantity 3

Class 38: Turnips, quantity 3

Class 39: Zucchini, quantity 2

Class 40: Any other, quantity 1 Class 40 is for fruit and vegetables not listed in other classes.

ADULT Divisions: Specimen Produce

ELIGIBILITY Open to all California residents, ages 18 and older.

Entry Limit 1 per Class, per date Entry Fee Free

Proper quantities per Class must be submitted to be eligible for an award.




Division 611-115Largest ItemCompetition Dates: July 15, 20, 27, August 3, 10Judging Criteria - Largest by Volume

Class 01: Largest Avocado

Class 02: Largest Beet

Class 03: Largest Bitter Melon

Class 04: Largest Carrot

Class 05: Largest Cucumber

Class 06: Largest Citrus

Class 07: Largest Lemon

Class 08: Largest Mango

Class 09: Largest Melon

Class 10: Largest Onion

Class 11: Largest Orange

Class 12: Largest Papaya

Class 13: Largest Pepper

Class 14: Largest Potato

Class 15: Largest Pumpkin

Class 16: Largest Radish

Class 17: Largest Squash (not zucchini or pumpkin)

Class 18: Largest Starfruit

Class 19: Largest Sunflower Head

Class 20: Largest Tomato

Class 21: Largest Zucchini

Division 621-625Most Unusual LookingCompetition Dates: July 15, 20, 27, August 3, 10Judging Criteria - Unusual Shape/Color

Class 01: Carrot

Class 02: Citrus

Class 03: Cucumber

Class 04: Tomato

ADULT Divisions: Largest & Most Unusual

ELIGIBILITY Open to all California residents, ages 18 and older.





Division 1601-1605Competition Dates: July 15, 20, 27, August 3, 10

Class 01: Avocados, quantity 2

Class 02: Beans, 4 pods

Class 03: Beets, quantity 2

Class 04: Berries, quantity 6

Class 05: Bitter Melon, quantity 1

Class 06: Carrots, quantity 2

Class 07: Chayote Squash, quantity 2

Class 08: Corn, 2 ears

Class 09: Cucumbers, quantity 2

Class 10: Daikon Radish, quantity 3

Class 11: Eggplant, quantity 1

Class 12: Figs, quantity 2

Class 13: Grapefruit, quantity 2

Class 14: Grapes, 1 bunch

Class 15: Guava, quantity 3

Class 16: Kumquats, quantity 3

Class 17: Lemons, quantity 2

Class 18: Limes, quantity 2

Class 19: Lotus Root, quantity 1

Class 20: Mango, quantity 1

Class 21: Melon, quantity 1

Class 22: Napa Cabbage, quantity 1

Class 23: Onions, quantity 2

Class 24: Oranges, quantity 2

Class 25: Papaya, quantity 1

Class 26: Pears, quantity 2

Class 27: Peppers, Hot, quantity 3

Class 28: Peppers, Sweet, quantity 3

Class 29: Pomegranates, quantity 2

Class 30: Potatoes, quantity 2

Class 31: Pumpkins, quantity 1

Class 32: Radishes, quantity 3

Class 33: Squash, quantity 2 (not zucchini or pumpkin)

Class 34: Starfruit, quantity 2

Class 35: Mandarins/Clementines, quantity 3

Class 36: Tomatillos, quantity 3

Class 37: Tomatoes, Cherry, quantity 3

Class 38: Tomatoes, quantity 2

Class 39: Zucchini, quantity 2

Class 40: Any other, quantity 1 Class 40 is for fruit and vegetables not listed in other classes.

YOUTH Divisions: Specimen Produce

ELIGIBILITY Open to youth ages 6-17 (by July 16, 2021) who are California residents.


Proper quantities per Class must be submitted to be eligible for an award.




Division 1611-1615Youth Largest ItemCompetition Dates: July 15, 20, 27, August 3, 10Judging Criteria - Largest by Volume

Class 01: Largest Avocado

Class 02: Largest Beet

Class 03: Largest Bitter Melon

Class 04: Largest Carrot

Class 05: Largest Cucumber

Class 06: Largest Citrus

Class 07: Largest Lemon

Class 08: Largest Mango

Class 09: Largest Melon

Class 10: Largest Onion

Class 11: Largest Orange

Class 12: Largest Papaya

Class 13: Largest Pepper

Class 14: Largest Potato

Class 15: Largest Pumpkin

Class 16: Largest Radish

Class 17: Largest Squash (not zucchini or pumpkin)

Class 18: Largest Starfruit

Class 19: Largest Sunflower Head

Class 20: Largest Tomato

Class 21: Largest Zucchini

Division 1621-1625Youth Most Unusual LookingCompetition Dates: July 15, 20, 27, August 3, 10Judging Criteria - Unusual Shape/Color

Class 01: Carrot

Class 02: Citrus

Class 03: Cucumber

Class 04: Tomato

YOUTH Divisions: Largest & Most Unusual

ELIGIBILITY Open to youth ages 6-17 (by July 16, 2021) who are California residents.



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