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Awards
We provide awards to those who deserve recognition for their outstanding contributions and achievements in various fields related to agriculture, rural life and agribusinesses in Scotland.
We honour prestige, these medals can be provided to individuals in recognition of their dedication, commitment, and contributions to Scottish agriculture and rural life.
Long Service Award
RHASS Long Service Medals are available to purchase, to pay tribute to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and service to the agricultural industry over many years. Long Service Medals can be purchased by employers or individuals to symbolise their appreciation for their enduring dedication and contributions of persons to the agricultural sector.
What you will need before you apply:
- Please read the guidelines in full here
- Full information on length on persons employment
- RHASS Member and membership number to confirm the applicant is known to them
- Information on where the award is to be presented
- If to be presented by Agricultural Society, confirmation from Society Secretary
- Payment of £114 will be required at the point of application
Ploughing Medals
We recognise excellence and skill in the traditional agricultural practice of ploughing.
Available to purchase for outstanding ploughing persons, these medals celebrate the mastery of the craft, precision in fieldwork, and adherence to high standards of agricultural technique. Recipients of the Ploughing Medals are often esteemed for their expertise, proficiency, and commitment to preserving and promoting the art of ploughing in Scotland and representing Scotland in matches on the world stage.
What you will need before you apply:
- Information on the method of ploughing
- RHASS Member and membership number to confirm the applicant is known to them and was present at the match
- Agricultural Society/Ploughing Association Society Secretary confirmation and contact details
- Copy of match entry form and rules of match document to be uploaded with application
- Payment of £78 will be required at the point of application
RHASS Awards
RHASS Awards at the Royal Highland Show
We aim to inspire innovation, promote best practices and celebrate our community by awarding excellence and achievement in agriculture by giving hundreds of competitors, businesses and individuals prizes, trophies, medals and awards over the four days of the Royal Highland Show, RHASS’s biggest fundraising event.
Sir William Young Award
Awarded to a breeder for outstanding contribution to livestock breeding in Scotland.
Read about our 2023 winner here.
Technical Innovation Awards
The Technical Innovation Awards are designed to recognise design and innovation across machinery and equipment for use in the agri and rural sectors, the awards showcase inventions and innovations that demonstrate a positive impact on agriculture, horticulture, equestrian, forestry, renewable energy and estate activities.
Entries must relate to machines, appliances, technical components or important ancillary equipment and should be commercially available or prototypes in development. All entries are judged and benchmarked on individual merit.
Winners will be presented with their awards during the Royal Highland show in June.
RHS Highland Show Championships & Prizes
Awarded to those who are the best in their class, promote best practices and are leaders in innovation.
Full 2024 results and prizes will be available here at the end of June.
other funding types
RHASS Funding
We’re always looking ahead to what’s next and striving for new ways to preserve, educate and support through funding opportunities.
Local Show Engagement Fund
We give financial support to local agricultural shows throughout Scotland. These shows are vital for showcasing our heritage, promoting rural communities and providing opportunities for people to come together.
Funded Placements
We aim to support the development of talent, expertise, and innovation within Scotland’s agricultural and rural sectors. Our funded placements provide educational or professional opportunities for those wishing to gain, develop or pursue further education and skills related to agriculture and rural development.
Supported Partnerships
We collaborate with partners that demonstrate commitment in supporting education, wellbeing and resilience within Scotland’s agricultural and rural sectors. By working together with charities like RHET, Farmstrong and RSABI, RHASS helps contribute to the sustainability and vitality across Scotland’s rural communities.
Donate to RHASS today.
Your donation will help us to support people in rural industries and communities in Scotland.