Drought infrastructure grants reach key milestone
Monday 23 June 2025 Emergencies and recovery
Farmers across South Australia are being assisted to manage drought on their properties through a highly successful grants program available through the Malinauskas Government’s $73 million Drought Support Package.
The number of applications received through the On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme has now surpassed 2,500 with strong uptake of the grants over the past six months.
The program offers grants for projects that help farmers to both manage the current drought conditions and strengthen preparedness for future droughts.
Primary producers can access rebates up to $20,000 for projects such as water infrastructure upgrades, stock containment areas, grain and fodder storage, soil moisture monitors and weather stations.
Applications are being processed within 30 days thanks to the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) quadrupling its grants processing team.
The program is part of the State Government’s Drought Support Package which also includes funding for donated fodder transport, mental health support, community events and grants to cover council rates and other essential expenses.
For more information, see Drought support package or On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme.