Drought Ready and Resilient Fund NSW

About this grant

This program provides low interest loans to NSW farmers to help them prepare for, manage and recover from drought.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• The loan can be used for products, activities and services relating to animal welfare, farm preparedness, income diversification, environmental improvements as well as training and business development.
• Own or operate a primary production enterprise in nsw where the proposed work is to be carried out
• Operate as a sole trader, partnership or private company, trading in agricultural products
• Show that the farm enterprise under normal conditions provides at least 50% of your total gross income
• Be registered with the australian taxation office (ato) as a primary producer and have an australian business number (abn)
• Not have more than $5 million in gross off-farm assets
• Demonstrate that your farm enterprise is sustainable in the long term and will be able to repay the loan
• Have the security required for the loan.
• Funding for activities that support the welfare of companion animals and wildlife
• Get investment to develop and commercialise your biomedical discoveries
• Support for high-growth businesses to strengthen capability and scale

What the funding covers

• Loans of up to $500K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/drought-ready-and-resilient-fund-nsw for application details

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