Easter Show Preview

<p>For many, the Sydney Royal Easter Show is a family tradition. Behind the scenes, the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW works tirelessly to bring 12 days of fun to about 850 000 people. It’s a special year for the not-for-profit organisation, celebrating 200 years of service to agriculture. So, with each ticket you purchase, you’ll be supporting real farmers to strive for excellence and also, young farmers who deserve a bright future to look forward to. The society’s General Manager of Agriculture is today’s guest and has a special preview of this year’s show.</p> <ul> <li>Murray’s favourite location at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, run by the Royal Agricultural Society (RAS) of NSW.</li> <li>After being cancelled in 2020, the show went ahead in 2021 with capped numbers which will also be the plan for this year.</li> <li>The Easter show is on from April 8 to 19 over the school holidays and how limiting numbers to 80,000 per day allows for a more enjoyable experience.</li> <li>Murray shares the special events planned to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the RAS, including a Parade through city streets.</li> <li>Princess Ann will be attending on the 9th of April and will bring the “Royal” to the Easter Show.</li> <li>Murray says ‘The Cattleman’s Bar’ is the place to find stories about life on the land.</li> <li>The mental health benefits of farmers coming to the Easter Show to compete and catch-up with their peers.</li> <li>The RAS is a not-for-profit organisation and Murray explains where the proceeds go.</li> <li>The judging process is an opportunity for farmers, and small goods producers, to receive feedback and lift their spirits with a winning blue ribbon.</li> <li>Murray loves to watch as patrons arrive at the gate as it reminds him of his childhood.</li> <li>The beloved ‘AgBag’ in the showbag pavilion, an easy way for everyone to help the cause.</li> <li>The most unexpected thing to happen while Murray has been running this event.</li> <li>The value of this event for farmers and the opportunity for city c