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Further to the difficult decision that was made by the RASV Board to cancel the 2020 Royal Melbourne Show, I had the privilege of speaking with the Governor of Victoria, Honourable Linda Dessau AC to inform her of the decision. As the Head of State and also as the Patron of the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria, Her Excellency expressed her disappointment yet understanding and support of the decision made.

Due to the continuing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, in particular the social distancing measures and mass gathering restrictions in place, The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Royal Melbourne Show in the best interests of public health.

Recognising the widespread continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Australian Food Awards (AFA). After extensive consultation with our AFA Industry Advisory Group, the consensus was that the health and safety of the community and all those involved in the delivery of the Award Program was at the forefront in making this decision.

The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) are proud to assist with the the Delivered Live Streaming Festival, through the involvement of the RASV Recharge Program.

Recharge Program is an innovative initiative, endorsed by the Minister for Agriculture, that provides relief to drought and bushfire affected communities and aims to helps build resilience in our farming communities. Regional communities are some of the most vibrant and resilient in Australia. However, if you live in regional, rural or remote areas, you are less likely to have access to support services and professionals that can provide help and support when times are tough.