Future Drought Fund Updates

Last chance to apply for new FDF grant rounds! Dear Subscriber,   Don't miss out on your opportunity to secure grant funding from the Future Drought Fund! Applications for 2 new grant rounds are closing soon:   1. Long-term Trials of Drought Resilient Farming Practices Program Round 2   Building on the success of the first round, this program aims to investigate innovative and transformational farming practices that enhance drought resilience. A total of $40.3 million is available through an open competitive grant process for projects ranging from $3 million to $8 million, running from 2024-25 to 2029-30. Following valuable feedback, an expanded list of eligible agricultural industries now includes cereal, broadacre crops, horticulture crops, and livestock.   To learn more and apply, visit the Long-term Trials of Drought Resilient Farming Practices Program.   2. Resilient Landscapes Program   This program invites applicants to demonstrate how proven practices, technology, and approaches can effectively manage natural resources and contribute to building drought and climate resilience. $40 million is available for projects between $2 million and $6 million, also running from 2024-25 to 2029-30.   To learn more and apply, visit the Resilient Landscapes Program.   Important: Grant rounds close on 19 November at 9:00 PM (AEDT). Make sure to submit your application before the deadline!    This is a great opportunity to bring your innovative projects to market and help drive transformational change to build drought and climate resilience in Australian agriculture.   Best regards,   The Future Drought Fund Team Share Tweet Forward We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.