Paddock to Palate

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Paddock to Palate

Competition Overview

The 2026 RNA Paddock to Palate Competition and 2026 Wagyu Challenge presented by JBS Australia gives beef producers the chance to prove the commercial relevance of their cattle.

Celebrating its 28th anniversary, the competition is one of Australia's richest beef supply chain competition offering almost $55,000 in prize money and the invaluable chance for producers to benchmark their cattle.

This three-phased competition comprises best aggregate weight gain; carcass; and MSA eating quality, while the Wagyu Challenge is four-phased finishing in a beef taste-off judged by some of Queensland's top chefs.

Details:

Completed

Entries Open

05 Dec 2025

Entries Close

18 Jun 2026

Judging Commences

06 Aug 2026

Awards Presentation

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The 2026 RNA Paddock to Palate Competition and Wagyu Challenge presented by JBS Australia gives beef producers the chance to prove the commercial relevance of their cattle.

Now in its 29th year, the competition offers almost $55,000 in prize money and the invaluable chance for producers to benchmark their cattle.

This three-phased competition comprises of best aggregate weight gain; carcass; and MSA eating quality, while the Wagyu Challenge is four-phased finishing in a beef taste-off judged by some of Queensland's top chefs.