The Royal Agricultural Society of New Zealand

The Royal Agricultural Society of New Zealand (RAS) promotes the development of agricultural, pastoral, horticultural, stock-raising and forestry resources in New Zealand.   Historically, it is an organisation that has paved the way for initiative and forward thinking in the rural sector, playing an active part in the formation of laws relating to agriculture.

The RAS of NZ is a member of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth, which offers benefits to life members attending overseas Royal Shows.

While the RAS was instigated at a time in New Zealand history when farming and related activities were considered to be the dominant way of life, it is an organisation that is still very relevant today.  

The RAS is an umbrella organisation for over 100 Agricultural & Pastoral Associations, the United Breed Society and the Horse Stewards Council, and continues to promote and encourage excellence in the rural community.   This is achieved through a number of competitions run throughout the year for which the RAS is the convenor.

For more information visit www.ras.org.nz