A young woman judge in a brunette bun and white coat, handling a Black-Breasted Red Modern Game bantam chicken at the Easter Show's Poultry & Pigeon Pavilion.

Young Judges

The Young Judges Competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show showcases the skill and knowledge of emerging agricultural experts. Held in partnership with AgShows NSW, The Australian Stock Horse Society, and the Australian Pony Stud Book Society, the event welcomes competitors from across New South Wales and beyond to judge livestock, produce and agricultural products in a live setting. Participants are assessed on observation, critical analysis and their ability to articulate placings, guided by respected industry professionals. Open to individuals aged 15 to under 25, the competition provides valuable experience, fosters future leaders in agriculture, and highlights the importance of education, community, and high standards in the rural sector.

Results Schedule

Exhibitor Journey

Step behind the scenes of the Sydney Royal Competitions and hear directly from our exhibitors and competition chairs.

Learn what it takes to compete, the passion that drives our exhibitors, and the pride that comes with being part of a Sydney Royal tradition.

  • 28 October, 2026

    RAS/AgShows NSW Competitions Entries open

    Refer to the competition schedule for RAS competition closing dates, as these vary between competitions.

    Competition Schedule
  • 8 March, 2027

    RAS/AgShows NSW Competitions Entries Close

  • 19 - 30 March 2027

    Young Judges Competitions

Entries are now open for Young Judges Competitions

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Contact Us

Young Judges Competitions Event Manager
1 Showground Road, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW 2127

Phone: 02 9704 1160

Email: youngjudges@rasnsw.com.au

Benefits of a win

Benefits of a win

Sydney Royal Competitions are synonymous with agricultural excellence and underpin Australia’s growing agricultural performance and innovation. Competitions showcase producers from regional and rural communities, they create new markets, and establish industry benchmarks of excellence.

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