About Us
The Agricultural Societies Council of NSW Ltd (ASC)
The Agricultural Societies Council of NSW, now in its 87th year, has been in operation since 1929 as the parent body of 195 Agricultural Show Societies in the State of New South Wales.
The primary role of the Agricultural Societies Council of NSW is to provide support, service, development and ideas for growth to our members. The Board of the Agricultural Societies
Council is made up of Directors from across the state of NSW.
Our goals are many, however they include
. To promote and protect the pastoral, agricultural horticultural and industrial resources of Australia through promotion and protection of Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural Societies in NSW;
. Education of young people through the livestock judging competitions held throughout the State, culminating in State Finals at the Sydney Royal each Easter;
. Promote the involvement of youth in shows by holding competitions for young people and encouraging them to participate in Show Societies and Agricultural Youth Groups.
Managing Crown Lands
Today the Minister for Lands and Forestry announced the Crown Land Management Act 2016 will come into force from 1 July 2018.
To view a copy of the Minister's media release - click here
This key piece of legislation delivers a consolidated, consistent and more transparent framework for the management of Crown land.
As a feature of this legislation, the Community Engagement Strategy is now also approved by the Minister and will ensure greater community involvement in the decision making regarding Crown land.
Continuing to support greater transparency, the Minister has also announced the appointment of a Crown Land Commissioner who will work closely with community and stakeholders.
Further information on the commencement of the new Act can be found on the NSW Department of Industry website.
The most recent stakeholder update can be found here
SAVE THE DATE: State Seminar 2018
State Seminar 28-29 July 2018 at Penrith Showground
The ASC will be holding their triennial State Seminar at Penrith Showgrounds on the 28 - 29 July 2018.
The draft progam is available on the website or you can visit www.agshowsnsw.org.au/2018seminar
This is a fantastic opportunity to network with many many agricultural shows, listen to talks on important information relating to your show & see fresh new entertainment.
Keep the weekend free!
