INVESTING in the next generation of bright young minds, the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Foundation (RASF) has announced the recipients of its 2022 RAS Foundation Rural Scholarships.

Designed to financially support rural and regional students studying at university, college or TAFE, the scholarships are aimed at students who are passionate about applying their knowledge and skills within regional communities.

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69 students have been selected for this year’s Scholarship programs, including Joshua Callaway from Macksville.

“I’m eighteen years old with a passion for agriculture,” Joshua said.

“I went to Bowraville Central School and then decided to make the move to Tocal College to study a Certificate III in Agriculture Production.

“I fell in love with agriculture due to the school ag farm and after participating in a few cattle shows and seeing what the industry is about I knew I wanted a lifestyle that involves me waking up every day to do the things I love doing such as driving tractors and looking after livestock.”

RASF Manager Cecilia Logan said the Foundation is proud to support recipients in pursuing their dream careers.

“For many regional students, higher education requires them to move away from their homes and families, which can be both emotionally and financially difficult,” Mrs Logan said.

“The Rural scholarship program aims to make this transition easier by assisting with accommodation and education related costs and allowing students to concentrate on their studies without additional financial stress.”

“This year’s recipients have demonstrated a strong desire to give back to country NSW, and we are delighted to play a role in helping them achieve their goals.”

RASF Rural Scholarship recipients will receive financial grants of $6000 for full-time study, or $3000 for part-time study, made possible with the assistance of generous donors.

Since 2007, the RAS Foundation (RASF) has invested over $7.1 million into country NSW through its education and community grant programs.

Over 700 scholarships have been provided to students across NSW, including targeted scholarships for careers in both regional journalism and the Australian wine industry.

Applications for the 2023 RASF Rural Scholarship program open July 01, 2022.

For further information, please visit www.rasf.org.au.