Youth Programs

Student and young people interested in livestock and agriculture are invited to take part in a full day of hands-on learning at the Pig Handlers and Youth Education Day in Corrigin. 

Hosted by the West Australian Pork Producers Association alongside the Royal Agricultural Society of WA, this interactive event gives students the chance to learn directly from experienced pig exhibitors and industry professionals, building practical skills in pig handling, preparation and animal welfare. 

From pig washing and handling workshops to farming insights and demonstrations, the day provides a rare opportunity for students to explore the pork industry and develop valuable agricultural skills. 

This is a flagship Excursion Program An immersive, one-day "living classroom" at Claremont Showground. Schools rotate through six high-impact stations focused on the science and hands-on reality of WA’s primary industries.  

We offer various scholarship programs for youth and university students:

• Year 11 Residential Scholarship – aimed at keeping kids in ag colleges to complete year 11 
• Youth Scholarship – University scholarship for an agricultural related degree 
• Wine Scholarship – to support viticulture studies at a tertiary level 
• Advanced Wine Assessment Course Scholarship – to enable travel and registration of AWAC course in Adelaide.  

Learn more about Scholarships and Awards >>

• Technical Proficiency: A term-long program for Years 10–12 focusing on biosecurity, pig husbandry, and industry-standard judging (on-hoof and on-hook).  
• This hands–on challenge sees students from Agricultural Colleges across WA raising pigs over a full school term — an exciting and rare opportunity in our state that builds essential skills for the next generation of farmers.  
• Students in Years 10–12 work with breeds like Large White, Landrace, Berkshire, and Duroc, gaining experience in pig husbandry, biosecurity, and industry standards — skills that set them apart in WA’s agricultural sector.  
• At the Perth Royal Show, their hard work comes to life as their pigs are judged both on hoof and on hook in a unique competition that’s about more than ribbons — it’s about learning, connecting with industry leaders, and shaping future careers.  

• The Farm Skills event showcases essential competencies including tractor operation, fencing, and chemical safety, providing a safe environment for students to prove their industry readiness.  
• See WA’s next generation of farmers in action at the Farm Skills Competition!  
• Held on Thursday 24 September, this hands-on event sees Agricultural Colleges from across the state compete in real-world farming challenges – from tractor driving to fence building and welding.  
• It’s a showcase of the practical skills, teamwork, and talent that power Western Australia’s agricultural future.  

Competitors in the Young Judges Championships State Finals are invited to compete only after Qualifying at the respective competitions at rural shows around WA  

• The top placegetters come together to compete to be the State winner.  
• These winners then go on to represent WA at the Agricultural Shows Australia National Finals  
• Clear progression from local shows to State and National finals, fostering a sense of professional identity among young agriculturalists.  
• Classes include: Grain Judging, Beef Cattle Judging and Parading, Poultry Judging, Merino Fleece Judging, Merino Sheep Judging, Meat Breed Sheep Judging, Dairy Cattle Judging & Parading, and Pig Judging.  
• Entires close Friday 28^th August 2026 
• Competitors must be over 15 years of age and under 25 years of age on 1^st May 2026  
• Competitors must be a resident of western australia and qualified at an accepted country show competition 

• Identifying and supporting young leaders (20–30 years old) to act as the "voice of the next generation," bridging the gap between regional societies and the Department of Education’s strategic goals for community engagement.  
• The Rural Ambassador Competition celebrating the next generation of leaders in agriculture.  
• Proudly presented by Agricultural Shows Australia and coordinated by the Royal Agricultural Society of WA, this competition recognises young leaders making a difference in their rural communities.  
• With participants from six WA zones – Coastal, Eastern, Mid West, Central, Great Southern, and South West – the competition highlights the people, industries, and landscapes that shape our state’s rural heart.  
• With up to 66 agricultural societies involved, it’s a unique platform for emerging leaders to shine, with the overall winner earning the honour of representing WA at the national finals.  
• Finalists from each region will attend an Awards Ceremony on Sunday 27 September.  
• The Rural Ambassador Winner and Runner–Up will be attending the Show on Monday 28 September, touring the grounds and connecting with the community.  

• This competition is run by the WA Nextgen committee. It is open to teams of four people and must have at least one representative from each gender. 
• Teams must first compete at a local level. Each winning local team qualifies into the state finals held during the Perth Royal Show week. The winning team will then attend the National finals against other states across Australia. 
• The competition is a series of skills-based challenges that range from animal handling to fencing, driving tractors, putting out fires, first aid, heavy lifting, transport and many more 
• The age eligibility: 18 – 35 years. 
• The competition comprises two parts; 
• An agricultural quiz 
• Main YFC event held in the main arena