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240 Years of Stories
Throughout 2024 we will bring to life the profound influence RHASS has had on countless lives and society in Scotland over the centuries, highlighting pivotal moments and personal narratives from members, grant recipients, industry bodies, and individuals.
In collaboration with The Scotsman Group and OnRecord Podcast, we will embark on a twelve-month journey to gather stories across the length and breadth of the country.
We encourage anyone to share their memories with us and be part of creating a living legacy of our past 240 years. These stories will act as a form of remembrance, connection, and celebration, honoring the enduring impact of RHASS on generations past, present, and future.
RHASS Staff: Part 1 & 2
RHASS Director Louise, Director of Advancement for RHASS, Ally and Engagement Manager, Annie took a seat at the kitchen table to discuss the important of RHASS’ existence, what the society does to support Scottish Agriculture and the recent RHASS activity across the country that’s helped to champion the rural industries.
Rosie Keenan
Rosie had a fantastic Show last year, winning World Woolhandling Champion at the 2023 Golden Shears World Championships!
Watch as she talks about her experiences of the Royal Highland Show, why RHASS is important to the agricultural community, especially when it comes to supporting those in the rural communities.
Marg Jobling
Chief Marketing Officer, Margaret Jobling, explains the importance of this partnership with the Show, supporting the agricultural sector and the evolution of the rural industries.
Johnny Watson
A proud owner of Watson Seeds, Johnny Watson has a number of links to RHASS and the Royal Highland Show, including being one of our sponsors! (Specifically on our clock tower!)
Hear him talk about the Show’s importance to him, mental health in the rural communities and Agri environmental responsibility.
Ian Clark
Ian Clark is the Territory Manager for John Deere, promoting their latest tractors and machinery the Show. He spoke at the Show about agricultural career opportunities behind the scenes, including their John Deere apprenticeship programme.
Graeme Hodgson
The Royal Highland Show wouldn’t be what it is without the help of so many people, including Graeme who manages the Forestry events.
We spoke to him during the Show to chat about sustainability within the forestry industry, RHASS’ support and how our old climbing poles came to be RHASS picnic tables!
Caroline Morton
Caroline and her family have plenty experience in showing their livestock at the Royal Highland Show, but this year was different as Caroline and her dad, Robin, were asked to judge the Overall Young Handler award.
Ali Jackson
Farmer Ali has been showing cattle at the Royal Highland Show for years, winning numerous competitions. Here, he talks more about his cattle’s success, his lifelong links to RHASS and what competing at the Royal Highland Show means from a business point of view as well as personal.
Jill Witheyman
We spoke with Head of Marketing at Angus Soft Fruits, Jill Witheyman, about the company’s involvement with the agricultural community, helping children learn more about strawberry plants, nutrition and what’s possible in a rural career during school trips with the Royal Highland Education Trust.
50 Voices – Part 2
Live from the Royal Highland Show.
Part 2 of our 50 Voices Podcast. From judges and directors to showgoers and families, listen as visitors share memories and stories from Royal Highland Shows gone by!
50 Voices – Part 1
Live from the Royal Highland Show.
Recorded live from the Royal Highland Show 2024, listen as a collection of showgoers (featuring competitors, visitors, academics and farmers) explain what RHASS and the Royal Highland Show means to them.
Catriona and Russell Brown
BONNINGTON FARM, PEEBLES.
Meet the Browns: Brother and sister, Catriona and Russell Brown, have been involved with their family’s organic farm near Peebles from a young age. They sit down to discuss their upbringing, farm developments over the years and the Royal Highland Show.
Catherine Sloan
Elliothead Farm, Perth.
An agricultural and rural property lawyer at Turcan Connell, Catherine shares memories of growing up on the farm and experiencing the Royal Highland Show as a child.
Ailsa Smith
Kintyre, Argyll and Bute.
Ailsa Smith, a solicitor in Turcan Connell’s Land & Property team, comes from a background in dairy farming.
James & Hamish Logan
Athelstaneford, East Lothian
James, a third-generation farmer and his son Hamish talk about the future of farm life, change and family succession in the agricultural community.
Willie Logan
Athelstaneford, East Lothian
At 91 years old, Willie Logan is a pillar within the agricultural industry. Listen to him chat about his farming experiences, meeting his wife Betty, the Royal Highland Show and advice for future generations.
Do you have a story to tell?
Please share it with us, and be part of our 240 years of celebrations.
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