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It’s hard to put into words how getting on my first plane felt. First time flying international and first time flying alone, all in one go. I hugged, kissed and waved my family good bye and as I walked down to my first plane it all became so real. A trip of a life time was right in front of me and there’s no way I felt ready.

My first flight was 1 hour and 15 minutes from Launceston to Melbourne…

Wow what an amazing 9 weeks it has been!! I absolutely loved Switzerland and am so appreciative to Rural Youth and Betta Milk for this opportunity. I highly recommend that any members that are thinking of going on exchange to definitely do so - it is a once in a life time opportunity to experience first hand the culture and agriculture of a different country, an experience no other tourist would…

On Saturday, the 23rd September, Rural Youth Tasmania held the 2017 Young Farmer of the Year Competition at Quercus Park. Nine finalists battled it out for the title.

The competitors completed modules including Farm Finance, Seed Identification, First Aid, and Beef Judging, amongst others. During the Young Farmer Dinner that evening, the competitors completed their final module,…

First report from Tobias on his Study Tour to Norway

Do you want to grow professional networks across the agricultural sector? Do you want skills and knowledge to assist with employment opportunities and career advancement?

A report from Ashley Evans, Rural Youth Tasmania's State President.

The 2017 Young Farmer Finals are gearing up to be an exciting event, with 10 very competitive finalists all coming from different backgrounds with in the rural sector.

Brighid's report on her trip to Switzerland.

Will's last report of his UK Study Tour.