On Saturday, September 27 Yea in Victoria will host the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) hoof and hook competition and the event will be livestreamed.

Students, including those from schools in southern NSW and the Riverina, have been busy preparing their steers.

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Although some of the competitions such as handlers or paraders events won't go ahead the steers will still be scrutinised by judges on their live attributes and carcase yield.

Chief executive officer of the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria, Brad Jenkins said it was great to provide the competition and allow schools and tertiary institutions to enter exhibits.

"It enables students to continue preparing their livestock and importantly complete their curriculum obligations," he said.

"We were pleased by the positive response and support for the new RASV Hoof and Hook Competition with 135 entries received," he said.

In a year that has caused immense disruption to many, especially to the many schools and colleges involved in the competition, it is wonderful to provide a platform to promote and celebrate excellence in agriculture,"

Due to the restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 health crisis no exhibitors or public are able to attend.

Only essential personnel will be permitted onsite at Yea Saleyards.

With various restrictions still in place throughout Victoria and New South Wales, RASV Beef Cattle Committee chairman avid Bolton said there was an opportunity to watch on the livestream.

Finalists will be livestreamed from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, September, 26 via the RASV website. The RASV greatly appreciates and values the contribution of the Murrindindi Shire Council for providing the Yea Saleyards facility.

The RASV Hook and Hook Competition will take place at Yea Saleyards on Saturday, September, 26 with the event livestreamed via the RASV website from 2pm to 4pm.

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