Newly appointed Chair Tobie Payne said the aim of the night was for members to get to know NSW Farmers and understand the benefits of being a member of the state’s peak farming lobby group.

With an influx of new members in the past month reinvigorating the branch, Mr Payne said the final event of the year would be a great networking opportunity for young people involved in farming and the agriculture industry.

NSW Farmers’ President and Corowa farmer Derek Schoen is locked in as a key speaker for the night and members will have the chance to speak with their Regional Services Manager, Simone Norrie along with Mr Payne and Vice Chair Laura Bruce.

“NSW Young Farmers is for those aged 18 to 35 and it’s important we all come together and have our voices heard on issues both locally and at a state level,” Mr Payne said.

“The work NSW Farmers is doing for the industry is so important and its crucial young people get involved and show their support for the farmer’s lobby group.”

Mr Payne hails from Parkes in the Central West and is currently in his third year of a Bachelor of Agricultural Science at CSU.

“Anyone who is a young professional working in agriculture or a university student looking to enter the field should be a member – not only are you directly supporting farming and the industry, it’s the best platform to have your say on issues that are impacting your future.

“Memberships start from just $50 at this time of the year so it’s a great time to get involved,” Mr Payne said.

The event will be held at the Mantra Pavilion Wagga from 6pm on Thursday 29 September. Free entry, dinner and drinks for NSW Farmers’ members. There will be a $25 charge for non-members and a cash bar available. Non-members can join on the night for the October rate of $50.