The Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society supports, and raises awareness of, agriculture and the natural environment on the Isle of Wight. We host the Royal Isle of Wight County Show that dates back to the reign of Queen Victoria.
We are a member led registered charity that works to: Support Island agriculture and the conservation of the natural environment; raise awareness and promote understanding of rural issues to all Island residents; and offer financial support to help Island students to further their studies in agriculture, the natural environment and related subjects.
The Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE) is funded by Defra and the EU.
The European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development: Europe investing in rural areas.
RIWAS Rural Careers Fund
Membership
The Society