Rural Business Tasmania wins prestigious agricultural award

Rural Business Tasmania has been recognised with the Tasmanian Agriculture Productivity Group Annual Award for Excellence in Agriculture - Service to the Agricultural Industry, celebrating the organisation’s longstanding contribution to supporting farming families, small businesses and regional communities across Tasmania.

Accepting the award on behalf of RBT, Chair Michal Frydych said the recognition reflected the resilience, commitment and collaboration of Tasmania’s rural sector.

“This award is not about one organisation alone. It is about the determination of our rural communities and the dedicated staff who walk alongside them every day,” Mr Frydych said.

“Through services like the Rural Financial Counselling Service, Farm Advisory and Support Service, our Rural Business Hub in Launceston, and partnerships with groups such as TAPG, Tasmanian Women in Agriculture and the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, we are proud to strengthen both the financial and social fabric of agriculture in Tasmania.”

The partnership between RBT and TAPG has deepened in recent years, including TAPG’s invitation to join the Forum of Rural Stakeholders and RBT Consulting’s provision of administrative and financial support.

Having TAPG’s Executive Officer, Terry Brient, based at the RBT Launceston Hub has also strengthened collaboration and showcased the breadth of services available to the agricultural sector.

Mr Frydych highlighted the role of RBT’s dedicated staff team and valued partners.

“Our staff bring compassion, professionalism and determination to their work every single day. This award reinforces the importance of working together across industry, government and community to ensure Tasmanian agriculture continues to thrive, even amidst cost pressures, climate challenges and market uncertainty.”

TAPG Chairman Mark Kable congratulated RBT on the award, saying Rural Business Tasmania has been a trusted partner for its industry and a strong advocate for rural and regional communities.

The award was presented at the TAPG Annual General Meeting.