On Farm Connectivity Grants - Now Open
UPDATE: NOVEMBER 9, 2024
The on farm connectivity grants are NOW OPEN.
Applications for the round 2 offer will remain open until May 31, 2025, or until all funds are exhausted.
Rebates of up to 50%, are available on eligible equipment worth up to $30,000 (GST exclusive).
Get started:
List of eligible equipment https://www.infrastructure.gov.au/media-communications-arts/better-connectivity-plan-regional-and-rural-australia/farm-connectivity-program/farm-connectivity-program-round-2-list-eligible-equipment
List of approved suppliers https://www.infrastructure.gov.au/media-communications-arts/better-connectivity-plan-regional-and-rural-australia/farm-connectivity-program/farm-connectivity-program-round-2-list-approved-suppliers
Further information on how to get started
Original Post - Oct 27, 2024
Farming families can soon tap into the Australian Government's On Farm Connectivity Grant to boost digital connections on their land.
This grant supports enhanced connectivity infrastructure, helping farmers access real-time data, automated equipment, and improved remote management.
Through better coverage and faster data transmission, the initiative aims to strengthen productivity, safety, and sustainability on farms.
Applications will be open for eligible primary producers seeking technology to streamline operations.
For more details and application dates, visit the Department of Infrastructure's Farm Connectivity Program page here.
Helpful Information
The below links will help you to identify the types of equipment eligible under this grant during the initial round 1 offer and your eligibility as primary producers:
OFCP Round 1 List of Eligible Equipment
No open date has been confirmed for this grant; however, expressions of interest from interested equipment suppliers closed on September 29, 2024. We recommend that you regularly check the On Farm Connectivity Program website for updates and the updated list of eligible Round 2 Equipment Suppliers.
