The countdown is on for the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW’s (RAS) 2025 Sydney Royal Distilled Spirits Show, with entries closing in less than one week. Running for the second year under distilled spirits expert and Chair of Judges, Stuart Gregor, the competition offers distilleries across Australia the chance to put their drops to the test against a panel of the country’s best judges.

In response to the devastating floods that recently impacted the Hunter and Mid North Coast regions, the RAS Foundation has launched an End-of-Financial Year (EOFY) fundraiser to support the recovery of two vital community assets, the Taree Show Society Showground and the Taree High School Agricultural Plot. To amplify the impact of this initiative, the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS of NSW) is matching every dollar donated and recently increased its commitment from $20,000 to $40,000 due to the overwhelming generosity of donors.

The Sydney Royal Beer and Cider Show is putting alcoholic ginger beer in the spotlight for its 2025 competition, introducing a brand-new standalone ginger beer class and champion title. The additional class comes as the renowned beer and cider competition continues to evolve in response to industry and consumer demand, but brewers need to get in quick, with entries to the competition closing this Wednesday, 18 June.

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW is encouraging producers and small businesses from across the country to showcase their finest creations and gain national recognition by entering the prestigious Sydney Royal Fine Food Show, with entries closing next Wednesday, 18 June.

Australia’s best dairy products have officially been crowned with the Sydney Royal Cheese & Dairy Produce Show announcing its 2025 champions and boasting its highest medal rating to date with over 91% of products receiving a gold, silver, or bronze medal.

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) and Sydney Showground are elevating their food and beverage experience with the announcement of an exciting new partnership with award-winning Sydney distillery Archie Rose.

Eight exceptional food and beverage producers have been recognised as industry leaders and innovators by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, with the organisation today announcing the finalists for its prestigious 18th Annual President’s Medal award.

Australian Sydney Rock Oyster farmers are being encouraged to put their oysters in front of the who’s who in the aquaculture industry by entering the 2025 Sydney Royal Aquaculture competition, with entries now open.