On-Farm Dry Times Grant
The On-Farm Dry Times Grants are designed to support the roll-out of sustainable agricultural practices for the longer-term viability of our region's farms.
The latest grant round opened on 31 January 2025 and closes on 2 March 2025.
What is available?
The maximum funding (ex GST) available to primary producers depends on farm size.
| Livestock and/or cropping enterprises: | Viticulture enterprises: |
|---|---|
| Up to $3,000 for properties between 500-1000ha | Up to $1,000 for properties between 10-25ha |
| Up to $5,000 for properties 1000ha+ | Up to $3,000 for properties between 25-75ha |
| Up to $5,000 for properties 75ha+ |
Who is eligible?
Primary producers that own or manage a primary production enterprise that:
- Is predominantly located within the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board region; and
- Has received the majority (>50%) of income from primary production in the last two years.
How can I spend the grant?
The full list of activities can be found in the Application Guidelines. They include:
- Installing new or repairing water infrastructure - pipes, pumps, irrigation, troughs and dams
- Constructing new or upgrading an existing stock containment area
- Accessing decision making tools - feed and soil tests, specialist dry times advice, soil moisture monitoring, weather stations, tank/trough monitors, telemetry sensor equipment
What is ineligible?
The full list of ineligible activities can be found in the Application Guidelines. They include:
- Labour (in-kind), vehicles and travel costs
- Utilities and operating costs of the business - electricity, rates
- Purchase and movement of livestock, feed and agistment
- Purchasing new or repairing machinery
- Retrospective reimbursements
How do I apply?
- Read the Application Guidelines
- Take 10 minutes to fill out the Application Form and submit to Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator, Molly O’Dea, molly.odea@sa.gov.au, 0456 538 224
Recipient requirements:
If successful, applicants will be required to complete the following documents:
This project is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program and delivered by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel.