AGRICULTURAL and Pastoral Societies in the Mallee can now apply for State Government funding to improve their infrastructure or boost awareness and involvement in regional shows.
Agriculture Minister Ros Spence last week announced the $300,000 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program was open for applications ahead of the 2024/25 show season.
The program aims to support Agricultural and Pastoral Societies in projects that help stimulate community involvement in activities that promote agriculture.
Eligible organisations can apply for grants of up to $10,000 for infrastructure development and other business activities to celebrate Victoria’s agricultural communities, industry and produce.
The grants can be used to upgrade or establish new facilities, enhance public amenities, improve essential infrastructure, improve business management activities, biosecurity planning and promote reporting of livestock movements.
“We are proud to keep supporting our Agricultural and Pastoral societies to put on their fantastic shows across Victoria that display the best of our agriculture industry,” Ms Spence said.
“These societies are at the heart of our regional communities, and this initiative will help them to showcase agriculture to the many Victorians who love attending our rural shows.”
Applications close Friday, August 23, online at www.agriculture.vic.gov.au
