Victorian Government Boosts Drought Resilience with On-Farm Infrastructure Grants
When the Land Dries, We Help You Keep Growing – Netafim Irrigation Solutions Eligible
The Victorian Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting farmers with the relaunch of the On-Farm Drought Resilience Grant Program, providing up to $5,000 per farm business to invest in critical infrastructure that helps mitigate the impact of drought and climate variability.
Administered by Agriculture Victoria, the grant is available to eligible primary producers in Victoria’s dryland farming regions and aims to strengthen on-farm water security, boost productivity, and support long-term sustainability. 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.
At Netafim, we welcome this initiative as a positive step toward helping Victorian farmers build climate resilience. Our precision irrigation technologies are designed to deliver maximum water efficiency and crop yield – making them ideal investments under the grant scheme.
Key Grant Details:
- Up to $5,000 in funding per eligible business
- Covers 50% of infrastructure project costs
- Available for a wide range of water-related and drought-resilience infrastructure
- Applications open now via the Agriculture Victoria website
How Netafim Can Help:
Netafim is proud to support farmers applying for the On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Grant by offering:
- 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 grant 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 to discuss how our irrigation systems can form part of your grant application.
For more information about the grant and eligibility, visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/farm-management/dry-seasons-and-drought-support/grants-and-financial-support/south-west-drought-support-package
To apply visit: https://www.ruralfinance.com.au/grants/
