Livestock Biosecurity Funds Grant Program VIC

About this grant

This program provides funding to projects that prevent, monitor, and control diseases in livestock.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Victorian organisations.
• The program aims to fund projects and programs that prevent, monitor, and control diseases, thereby enhancing animal health, biosecurity and market access for the benefit of victorian cattle, sheep, goat, swine and honey bee industries. the program comprises 4 streams covering the cattle, sheep, goat, swine and honey bee industries.
• Have an australian business number (abn)
• Conduct the proposed activities in victoria
• Meet all industrial relations obligations as an employer in accordance with the national employment standards
• Agree to participate in future program evaluation activity
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What the funding covers

• Funding amounts vary.

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/livestock-biosecurity-funds-grant-program-vic for application details

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