Youth participants required for Australian Angus Forum

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is inviting Youth Development Programme members to apply to compete as part of two Youth Development Teams for the Youth Programme and Competition taking place at the World Angus Forum in Australia.

Date: 7^th & 8^th May 2025

Location: Brisbane

The World Angus Forum 2025 will kick off in Sydney on the 29th of April 2025 with a welcome cruise on Sydney Harbour followed by a 7-day pre-tour before arriving in Brisbane. The pre-tour will include an Angus Expo at AELEC, Tamworth, which will be the largest showcase of Angus Cattle and genetics in Australia.

Following the 2-day Forum in Brisbane there will be a post-tour to finish what is anticipated to be the biggest Angus celebration in Australia’s history.

The World Angus Forum provides a unique opportunity for Angus breeders and industry professionals to come together to learn from one another and to share their passion for this iconic breed. It also plays an important role in promoting the Angus breed globally and in advancing the knowledge and understanding of cattle breeding and management.

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Aberdeen- Angus Society General Information

1. Must have attended/participated in a Youth Development workshop or attended a Senior Conference in the last 5 years.
2. 5 to 6 people in each team (1 or 2 of the team will be reserves all of whom will go to Australia)
3. Age limit:
   • Team 1:18 – 25 years of age with a cut off of the 5^th May 2025
   • Team 2(aged out team): 22-29 years of age with a cut off of the 5^th May 2025
   • 22–25-year-olds can compete in both teams

4. If participants have competed before they can compete again.
5. Teams must remain the same throughout the competition.
6. Each team member must attend all training sessions.
7. Training sessions will be at weekends and will be at least but not limited to 6 weekends and will be subject to change.

 Each team member must have a sound knowledge and skills.

• Stock judging
• General Knowledge in farming and livestock handling
• Ability to handle livestock.
• Able to drive machinery.
• Good communication skills
• Work well with others and as a team
• Be able to perform under pressure and within a time frame.

 To apply the following guidelines must be met:

1. Must have attended/participated in a Youth Development workshop or attended a Senior Conference in the last 5 years.
2. Team 1 candidates must be aged between 18 and 25 years of age by the 5^th May 2025
3. Team 2 candidates (aged out) must be aged between 22 and 29 years of age by the 5^th May 2025.
4. Must be available for the entire duration of competition.
5. Applicants to arrange own passport, travel insurance and ancillary arrangements.
6. Within 1 month of returning from WAF a full trip report must be submitted to the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society.
7. Applicants must be willing to help mentor the next WAF team for 2028.

Costs:

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society will assist and help to book flights and arrange visas.

Livestock and equipment will be provided by Australia Angus.

Whilst the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society will be making a significant contribution to towards the cost per person, successful applicants will need to fundraise to cover part of cost and their personal expenses associated with this event.

How to apply:

If you would like to apply to be a part of the team members of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society teams you will need to:

• Complete the WAF Application Form by 29^th February 2024
• Be willing to fundraise to assist in covering the expenses associated with this event.
• All nominations will be reviewed by a selection panel and face to face or teleconference interviews conducted if necessary.

The top five/six candidates for each team will be offered a place on the team. The final team format and reserves will be announced closer to the time of the competition.

Prior to the competition:

A team captain is to be assigned or selected for the team. This person will offer leadership and guidance for the group and be the contact person for the group for all correspondence.

Successful applicants will need to be available to fly out two days prior to the start of the competition so they are well rested from the flights.

Each member is to be provided with Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society clothing to wear whilst in Australia.

A declaration must be signed by each team member outlining their responsibilities whilst they are in Australia.

Application:

Please include an essay introducing yourself and your involvement with Aberdeen-Angus and Aberdeen-Angus cattle, stating why you think you deserve a place on the UK Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Team.

In the essay (max 1000 words), please answer the following questions:

1. Why do you want to be involved in World Angus Forum?
2. Why is it important for youth to be involved in Agriculture?
3. Briefly outline your ability to undertake general farm tasks.
4. What special leadership skills do you believe that you could bring to the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Team?
5. We are looking for applicants that will be great ambassadors for the breed whilst they are in Australia, what would make you a good ambassador?
6. How do you think our Youth Development Programme members can help in the promotion of Aberdeen-Angus in the marketplace?
7. In the future, what do you think is needed for the Youth Development members to help make the future of the breed protected, preserved and promoted?

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