Final Days for U.S. Championship Cheese Contest Early Entry Pricing

Dairy manufacturers and processors have just days remaining to take advantage of special early entry pricing for the 2025 United States Championship Cheese Contest, the nation’s premier dairy product competition. The early entry fee of $80 per entry is only available now through Friday, December 13, and only at USChampionCheese.org. Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), host of the Contest, is offering the discount on all submissions of cheese, butter, yogurt, sour cream, and dry dairy ingredients.

“We’re pleased to see entries already rolling in for next year’s competition, especially with the early entry deadline fast approaching. If you're considering entering your products in the U.S. Championship Cheese Contest, now’s the time to do so!” said WCMA Contest Director Kirsten Strohmenger.

Entries submitted after December 13 will be subject to an entry fee of $95 per submission. The final Contest entry deadline is January 31, 2025. All entries will be evaluated March 4-6 at Resch Expo in Green Bay, Wisconsin, culminating in a livestreamed announcement of the 2025 U.S. Champion.

In 2025, WCMA is offering three new entry classes for sour cream, low fat sour cream, and cultured dairy dips, reflecting industry feedback and growth in these sectors. Entries across a total of 117 distinct categories will be judged on characteristics such as flavor, body, texture, salt, color, finish, and packaging. Competitors will have real-time access to their scores and evaluations through MyEntries©, a secure online entry system.

Complete details about the U.S. Championship Cheese Contest, including deadlines, rules, and entry information, are available at USChampionCheese.org.