Royal Agricultural Society of NSW

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Sydney to Host the 2028 Commonwealth Agricultural Conference

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW is proud to announce that Sydney has been selected to host the 2028 Commonwealth Agricultural Conference, following a successful bid to the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth (RASC). Scheduled for April 2028, the conference will run alongside the Sydney Royal Easter Show, creating a powerful platform to showcase the strength, diversity and innovation of New South Wales agriculture.

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Agricultural Show Awards: Applications Open

Each year, every Show Society in NSW has the chance to nominate a deserving individual who has made a meaningful contribution to their Show Society. We encourage all Shows to complete the application to help us recognise and celebrate the invaluable role that regional Agricultural Shows play—not only in advancing Australian agriculture, but also in strengthening their local communities. Let’s honour these achievements together!

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Explore AgriLink

AgriLink connects schools, teachers, and students with the heart of Australian agriculture through engaging educational programs and classroom resources. Designed by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, AgriLink inspires young Australians to discover where their food and fibre come from, and to understand the people and practices behind sustainable farming.

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Become an RAS Member

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) is a proud membership-based organisation committed to supporting rural agricultural communities to ensure prosperity and sustainability for generations to come.

Being a Member of the RAS means being a member of a community that understands, values and practically supports regional and rural agricultural families and communities who are dedicated to excellence in agricultural sustainability and to award-quality produce.

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RAS Foundation

Community Futures Grant

In 2026, the RAS Foundation Charity Brunch is raising vital funds to support early literacy programs for children in Brewarrina, Coonamble, Gilgandra and Walgett. This program provides every child with a free, high quality and age-appropriate book every month from birth to age five to help build strong reading habits and brighter futures.

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