Minister for Agriculture Ros Spence has announced a $300,000 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program is open to 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.
Minister for Agriculture, Ros Spence, said he is proud to keep supporting agricultural societies in putting on these shows.
“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,” said Spence.
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.
Previous projects funded under the program include new animal yards, fencing, shade covers and lighting or upgrades to shearing pavilions, luncheon halls, public amenities and viewing stands.
Applications close on 23 August.