Pepper

What to look for

• Large, firm, and heavy
• Uniform in color and size

What you don’t want

• Misshapen or too small
• Lightweight or wilted
• Dirty or damaged

How to prepare peppers

• Leave ½ to 1 inch of stem

Suggested exhibit quantity

• State Fair: 3 specimens
• County Fair: Check your fair book

Watch what a judge looks for when judging peppers and how to select which ones to bring to the fair