SA Government Launches Drought Resilience Rebates for Farmers
Netafim Supporting Your Growth When Conditions Get Tough - Netafim Irrigation Solutions Eligible
South Australian farmers now have a stronger lifeline in the face of dry conditions, with the launch of the On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme. This initiative empowers primary producers to invest in practical, long-term solutions—like efficient water systems, storage, and irrigation upgrades—that help safeguard productivity when the rain doesn’t fall.
With up to $20,000 available in rebates, it’s time to future-proof your farm and turn drought resilience into your competitive advantage.
The scheme supports infrastructure projects that assist with managing drought conditions and strengthen preparedness for future droughts. This includes new eligible drought infrastructure or repaired or replaced existing eligible drought infrastructure on or after 26 November 2024.
Funding is available for the purchase and installation of drought-resilient infrastructure such as irrigation system upgrades, purchase or repair of fixed infrastructure, technologies to improve drought management efficiencies to farm production systems, and improved stock containment systems. Applications will close on 31 January 2026
Tier 1: 75% rebate, up to $5,000 (GST exclusive). Applicants must contribute at least 25% of the total infrastructure cost
Tier 2: 50% rebate, up to $20,000 (GST exclusive). Applicants must contribute at least 50% of the total infrastructure cost
At Netafim, we welcome this initiative as a positive step toward helping South Australian farmers build climate resilience. Our precision irrigation technologies are designed to deliver maximum water efficiency and crop yield – making them ideal investments under the On-farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme.
How Netafim Can Help:
Netafim is proud to support farmers applying for the On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme by offering:
- An additional 5% rebate of the Netafim portion of the eligible purchase **Conditions apply
Example:
|
Purchase Price |
Infrastructure Rebate Scheme |
Netafim Additional 5% Rebate |
Net Purchase |
|
$40,000 |
-$20,000 |
-$2,000 |
$18,000 |
- Expert advice on eligible irrigation technologies
- Assistance in preparing quotes and system designs
- End-to-end support from planning through to installation
Our local agronomists and irrigation experts are ready to help you tailor a solution that meets the On-farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme criteria and delivers long-term value to your farm.
Take Action:
Now is the time to invest in smarter water use and prepare for a drier future. Contact your local Netafim representative or local dealer to discuss how our irrigation systems can form part of your On-farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme application.
For more information about the On-farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme and eligibility, visit: https://pir.sa.gov.au/funding/on-farm_drought_infrastructure_rebate_scheme
Contact us for more information and conditions on Netafim’s additional 5% Rebate of the Netafim portion of the eligible purchase: https://www.netafim.com.au/contact-us/
**Conditions apply
