WA Roadmap Implementation Fund: Farm System Productivity Program

⁠⁠⁠Overview

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is offering the WA Roadmap Implementation Fund: Farm System Productivity Program, a grant opportunity established as part of the $5.0 million WA Roadmap Implementation Fund supporting the recommendations in the WA Sheep Industry Roadmap to 2028.

About

The WA Sheep Industry Roadmap to 2028 sets out a forward-looking plan to guide Western Australia's sheep industry transition away from live sheep exports by sea. Developed by industry and informed by extensive consultation, it identifies key challenges and opportunities and outlines a clear, practical path for growth, innovation and sustainability. The Roadmap outlines strategies and initiatives to address these challenges and opportunities, guiding future development, investment and collaboration.

Purpose

The objective of this grant opportunity is to assist sheep producers affected by the phase out of live sheep exports by sea by supporting projects that will enhance on-farm systems and productivity, improve whole of supply chain profitability, and support a more collaborative industry culture.

The intended outcome of this grant opportunity is to improve confidence and productivity in farm systems as sheep producers adjust to changing markets and transition away from live sheep exports by sea.

Objectives

The program targets opportunities identified in the Roadmap and supports projects aligned with the strategies and initiatives identified in the Roadmap against three goals:

• The whole supply chain operating efficiently to optimise market value and profitability
• Informed, confident decision-making across the industry
• A vibrant, positive and collaborative industry culture

Scope

The program will consider a broad range of project proposals from the not-for-profit and commercial sectors to improve productivity, profitability and industry collaboration in implementing the Roadmap. Successful project proposals will demonstrate benefit to the broader WA sheep industry.

Eligibility

Eligibility criteria are set out in section 4 of the Grant Opportunity Guidelines.

Funding

• Total Amount Available: $2,750,000.00 (AUD)
• Estimated Grant Value: From $55,000.00 to $825,000.00 (AUD)

Contract Terms and Conditions

Grant Activity Timeframe

• Assessment and approvals: September to November 2026
• Projects expected to start: November 2026
• Grant activity to be finished by: 31 May 2028

How to Apply

The application form and budget template are available to download from GrantConnect. Completed applications, including the application form, budget template and any other attachments referenced in the Grant Opportunity Guidelines and application form, are to be emailed to RoadmapGrants@aff.gov.au before the closing time.

Enquiries

• Contact: Industry Transition Branch
• Email: RoadmapGrants@aff.gov.au
• Web: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/2028