Young Champion Award

The Australian Sheep Breeders Association now accepting submissions for the 2024 “Young Champion Award”

This award was initially set up in a continued effort to identify, nurture and encourage youth within the Agricultural Industry. The Award recognizes outstanding contributions made to the individuals' industry to showcase young, energized leaders in Agriculture.

We invite individuals who meet the criteria (as shown below) for the opportunity to be recognized for their achievements.

The Young Champions Award winner, which attracts nominees from all aspects of the industry, will be announced at The Stud Masters' Muster networking event, held from 7pm, Friday 19^th July at the Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo.

Selection Criteria:

• Current participant in the Australian Sheep & Wool Industry (any aspect - on-farm, agency, consultant, student) as approved by the sub-committee.

• No older than 35 years.

• Have or having made a significant impact in the industry or in the business they are involved/working in - for the betterment of the industry as a whole.

• Proven dedication to continuing their career progression in the industry, and to their learning and career development.

Additional Information:

• All applicants should be prepared to be involved in any promotions relating to the award - for the benefit of the initiative and the sheep & wool show. This may include profiling for rural newspaper coverage, radio exerts, poster profile. (This is not essential and will be agreed to with each applicant on their decision and preferences)