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Funding for sheep producers impacted by the planned cessation of live sheep exports by sea from 1 May 2028
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.
Apply now
Apply for the Farm Business Transition Program Round 1
Find out more about your eligibility and how to apply.
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