The inaugural Rural Industry Leaders event held on the opening night of Fieldays 2025, brought together rural leaders and businesses to raise funds for the critical work of the Rural Support Trust in farming communities. This was achieved with over $300k raised thanks to event sponsorship and contributions – largely through a stellar live auction held on the evening of the dinner and an online auction which ran throughout Fieldays.
This high-profile and hugely successful event is being held again on Wednesday 10 June 2026 with planning well under way.
The online auction for the 2026 event will be open to all from 20 May via Galabid | via this link
Check out the 2025 Seven Sharp feature of the event and RST.
About Rural Support Trust – rural people supporting rural people
Rural Support Trust is a community-focused charity which provides free and confidential support to rural people facing challenging times. The Trust’s 14 regional teams offer impartial one-on-one support to rural communities to connect with each other and provide support during and after adverse weather and biosecurity events.
The Trust’s vision is to strengthen connection in rural communities and ensure farmers and growers have someone to turn to during tough times. They also offer mental health support and connect people with other relevant resources.
For more information, please visit www.rural-support.org.nz.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Key Event Partners for the Rural Industry Leaders Event
