Salesian College Sunbury students have shown off their skills at their Agricultural Showcase.
The students showed off their two scholarship teams – the sheep and cattle – to more than 200 guests of families, donors and industry professionals on Friday, August 22.
The night was an opportunity for students to showcase their hard work they do with the animals, connect with people within the agriculture industry and get a first taste of what they can expect ahead of the Royal Melbourne Show, where students will be competing.
Agriculture co-ordinator Amy Hardwood said it’s a great opportunity for the students to network as well as showcase the new undercover area and the cattle yards.
“A lot of these kids are really keen on going into agriculture as a career,” she said.
“Its a chance for the kids to get some more experience under their belt before they head off to the show, meet and talk to some people, show off what we’ve got and open up our wonderful new facility as well.”
Year 10 student Austin, year 9 student Ashley and year 8 student Jack all work with the sheep show teams, and are passionate about continuing their studies in agriculture.
Austin said he’s excited to continue the subject.
“I’ve definitely worked with the agriculture area from year 7 to year 10 now, and I’m probably going to continue it all the way up to year 12,” he said.
Ashley said she lives on a farm, and knew she wanted to pursue this subject.
“I think its a really good experience, and you get to know the farming industry,” she said.
Jack has also lived on a farm, and now works as a show support for both cattle and sheep.
“Us as a school, I reckon we’re pretty lucky to have this area,” he said.
Year 10 students Jasmine and Archie are both cattle team mentors, and find the agricultural program to be very rewarding.
“I’ve grown up with animals, and I truly find that when I’m older, I do want a career in this agriculture, horticulture area,” Jasmine said.
“I feel like this helps you get that hands-on practice that you wouldn’t get anywhere else,” Archie said.
