Young Farmer Challenge
The RAS is committed to engaging, educating and mentoring young people in agriculture through competitions and events with the aim to reinforce their passion for the industry and long-term association with the RAS.
The Young Farmer Challenge is an exhilarating event that puts the skills and camaraderie of young farmers to the test. Teams of four, aged 18-35, compete in a series of on-farm challenges that showcase their expertise in areas such as animal handling, fencing, tractor driving, firefighting and first aid.
With a strong emphasis on technique and safety, this competition not only highlights the practical skills required in modern farming but also fosters mateship and community spirit among participants.
Hosted annually at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, the NSW Young Farmer Challenge State Final sees teams from rural NSW compete against each other for the State Title and the opportunity to compete at the national competition for the title of reigning National Champion.
The event is a crowd favourite, drawing enthusiastic spectators who cheer on the competitors as they demonstrate their prowess and determination. It’s a celebration of the hard work and dedication of young farmers, and a testament to the future of Australian agriculture.
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The Young Famer Challenge is an Australia-wide competition that annually culminates in a national competition where the states' winning teams battle it out for the title of reigning National Champion. This national final rotates between NSW, QLD, SA & VIC. For more information, or to contact participating states, visit the Australian Young Farmer national site.
All State winners are invited to attend the National finals (Australian Young Farmer Challenge) and will hold the bragging rights of being the “Best of the best” across the country! The National competition involves teams of four competing in a series of skills-based tasks related to Agriculture with a strong emphasis on technique and safety. Ultimately, the Australian Young Farmer Challenge is a great way for Young Australian’s to network and engage with other young Australians and industry leaders from across the country. It’s a way for the industry to celebrate, support and recognise Australia’s future leaders in Agriculture.
To get involved in your local Young Farmer Challenge contact your State or local Show Society or contact us at agrilink@rasnsw.com.au
Before You Enter
Please ensure you that have read the RAS General Regulations and the RAS Young Farmer Challenge Special Regulations before you submit your entry. These regulations stipulate the rules that govern the competition and tell you everything you need to know about entering the RAS Young Farmer Challenge.
All competitors will be required to acknowledge they have read and agree to the RAS General Regulations and the RAS Young Farmer Challenge Special Regulations upon entry.
Ready to enter
If you would like more information, please contact the Coordinator for the Young Farmer Challenge at youthgroup@rasnsw.com.au or 02 9704 1160.
Competitor Manual
The Competitor Manual contains information relevant to competitor's time on site and their specific competition. It covers topics such as precinct access, entry requirements and paperwork required, parking and passes, arrival and access times, event details and information, loading and unloading details and competitor amenities.
Sydney Royal Easter Show
2021 RAS Young Farmer Challenge NSW Final
Albion Park
Zac Ruddock
Maddy Hayes
Kara Edwards
Riley Tisma
2019 RAS Young Farmer Challenge NSW Final
Moree Maples
Toni Dakis
Tom Dakis
Aly Engelberts
Kyle Hoyda
2018 RAS Young Farmer Challenge NSW Final
Wagga Wagga Team
Georgina Milne
Paige Mazoudier
Emma Gorman
John Dawson
2017 RAS Young Farmer Challenge NSW Final
Goulburn Team
Sam Brown
Aidan Barton
Ewan Brown
Amanda Herringe
2016 RAS Young Farmer Challenge NSW Final
Canberra Team
Matt Sheehy
Sam Brown
Tana Smith
Kimberly Sykes
2014 RAS Young Farmer Challenge NSW Final
Crookwell Team
Bec Hewitt
Gearin Price
Scott Kensit
Jamie Boothman