Loans for Tasmanian farmers and agribusinesses
AgriGrowth Loan Scheme TAS
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What do you get?
Low interest loans from $100,000 to $3 million.
Who is this for?
Tasmanian farmers and agribusinesses.
Overview
The AgriGrowth Loan Scheme is an initiative of the Tasmanian Government providing low interest loans to Tasmanian farm businesses, young farmers and agri-food businesses. It will support projects that advance the government's Agrivision 2050 plan which aims to increase the value of the agriculture and agri-food sectors in Tasmania.
Low interest loans of $100,000 to $3 million are available. Loans are usually offered over a term of 5 years at a variable interest rate, with interest only payments available for the term of the loan.
Young farmers may only access loans of up to $250,000.
Successful applicants may receive up to 5 hours of free professional business planning or relevant advice.
Check if you can apply
To be eligible, you must be a Tasmanian farm business, young farmer or an agri-food business and:
- operate as a sole trader, trust, partnership or private company
- show a clear need for the loan
- include a minimum 3-year business plan that satisfies the department
- show ongoing financial viability with the loan application and business plan
- show that the venture will be make a profit within the agreed loan period
- have an Australian business number (ABN) and be registered for goods and services tax (GST).
Farm businesses must have at least 1 member of the farm business who:
- is a farmer and who generally contributes at least 50% of his or her labour
- generally derives at least 50% of his or her income from the farm business during the term of the loan.
Additionally, young farmers will:
- generally, be no more than 45 years old
- preferably not previously have been principal of a farm business and/or owned land for that purpose
- have suitable farming experience and be involved in the day-to-day operation of the farm.
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