This program supports sheep producers who are impacted by the cessation of live sheep exports 1 May 2028.
Open
Closes in 49 days

Closing date: Monday 1 December 2025 Mon 1 Dec 2025

What do you get?

Funding of up to $75,000.

Who is this for?

Sheep producers impacted by the cessation of live sheep exports 1 May 2028.

Overview

Funding is available to help sheep producers impacted by the trade ending in 2028 to:

  • support the development of business plans tailored to individual farm circumstances
  • incentivise increased on-farm adoption andĀ uptake of alternative farming systems and practices identified within these business plans.

Eligible expenditure includes, but is not limited to:

  • development of farm business plans focusing on the sheep producing activity of the farm
  • participation in industry-recognised training programs
  • enhancement of feed base and pasture management systems
  • purchasing or upgrading technology to support business planning and decision-making
  • purchasing or upgrading water infrastructure to improve water management
  • improvement of grazing infrastructure.

Check if you can apply

To be eligible, you must:

  • have an Australian business number (ABN)
  • be registered for the purposes of goods and services tax (GST)
  • be a resident of Australia for operational and tax purposes
  • have an account with an Australian financial institution
  • be a legal entity.

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Apply for the Farm Business Transition Program Round 1

Find out more about your eligibility and how to apply.

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