The House concurrent resolution No. R-291 congratulates the winning teams of the 18th annual Jr Iron Chef VT culinary extravaganza, which took place on March 14, 2026, at the Champlain Valley Exposition. This event promotes the benefits of Vermont's Farm to School initiative while providing secondary school students with an opportunity to learn about collaboration and culinary skills. In 2026, 55 teams comprising 253 students from 37 schools participated, competing for three awards: Lively Local, Mise en Place, and Crowd Pleaser, each recognizing different aspects of culinary excellence.

The resolution highlights the achievements of the winning teams in each category, including their respective culinary creations. The Lively Local award was given to teams from Mary Hogan School, First Branch Middle School, and Mt. Mansfield Union High School for their innovative use of Vermont ingredients. The Mise en Place award recognized teams from Mt. Abraham Unified School District, Derby Elementary School, and Lake Region Union High School for their teamwork and professionalism. The Crowd Pleaser award was awarded to teams from Albert D. Lawton Intermediate School, Winooski Middle School, and Champlain Valley Union High School for their appealing dishes. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to send copies to each winning team and Vermont Afterschool.