2021 VAS Ltd Merino Fleece & Meat Breeds Judging State Finals

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At the 2021 Australian Sheep & Wool Show VAS Ltd will once again hold the State Finals of the Merino Fleece Judging and the Meat Breeds Sheep Judging. These state finals will be held on the 18th July 2021 as per the details below.

For those that are interested in competing you can register on the day.

Also if you are interested in the Merino Sheep Judging it will be held at 10.00am in the Merino Shed on the 18th July 2021.

National Volunteer Week

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As we know volunteers are a crucial component of running a successful Agricultural Show and we cannot thank them enough for their dedication and commitment. The National Volunteer Week theme this year is to Recognise, Reconnect & Reimagine.

RECOGNISE - Celebrate & thank volunteers for the vital role they play in our lives

RECONNECT - To what is important by giving our time to help others and ourselves

REIMAGINE - How we better support volunteers and communities they help

As we prepare for the 2021 Show Season if you would like to give some time to your local Agricultural Show Society, please do not hesitate to get in touch with them as societies are always looking for new volunteers and fresh ideas. For the longevity of Agricultural Shows it relies on volunteers to keep them running for many more years!

Successful Applicants of Supporting Our Agricultural & Pastoral Societies Infrastructure State Government Grants

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Wednesday 28 April 2021

The Andrews Labor Government is backing better facilities at Victoria’s Agricultural and Pastoral Societies as they reopen their doors to crowds in 2021.

Minister for Agriculture Mary-Anne Thomas today announced almost $300,000 in funding for 46 projects that will enable show societies across the state to undertake projects that will benefit their communities.

Grants of up to $10,000 will help societies upgrade or establish new facilities, increase local involvement in show activities and create opportunities for agricultural businesses. The support comes after societies experienced a tough year in 2020 with shows cancelled or postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Examples of projects funded include equipment such as sanitiser stations, animal yards, fencing, shade covers and lighting or upgrades to shearing pavilions, luncheon halls, public amenities and viewing stands.

The projects will help the societies deliver exciting events that provide a direct benefit to agricultural communities, building confidence in the sector and supporting regional economies and jobs.

Agricultural and Pastoral Societies play an integral role in many regional communities in Victoria, organising much-loved shows each year and hosting other events for their communities.

The new funding program aligns with the Labor Government’s Agriculture Strategy by supporting Victoria’s Agricultural and Pastoral Societies to promote the industry’s commitment to quality and high performance.

For more information and to see a full list of grant recipients, visit agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Minister for Agriculture Mary-Anne Thomas quoted:

“I look forward to heading along to some of the great shows our Agricultural and Pastoral Societies will be putting on this year as they bring our regional communities together and promote Victorian agriculture.”

“Agricultural and Pastoral Societies play a crucial role for many regional communities, hosting events ranging from the annual shows to markets, dances, touring entertainment and more.”

“These grants will provide an opportunity for many Victorian Agricultural and Pastoral Societies to improve their facilities, which will benefit the whole community.”

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2021 VAS Ltd Convention - Registrations are now OPEN!

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Registrations are now open for the 2021 VAS Ltd Convention to be held on the 25th & 26th June 2021 at the All Seasons Resort Bendigo.

Click on the more information link for the timetable, accommodation options and registration forms.

To register you can either fill out the the registration form (fillable – can be typed straight into) or click on this link to fill out the online registration form: https://forms.gle/pXYRtiaGvNSJ7VhVA

Hard copy forms can be sent out as well on request.

The convention is a great opportunity to network with other agricultural show enthusiasts and be able to learn and take ideas back to your Show Society.