On Farm Connectivity - Round 3 consultation closes 26/8/2025
The Issue
The Australian Government has allocated $53 million over 2023-24 to 2025-26 for the On Farm Connectivity Program (the Program) to enable primary producers in agriculture, forestry and fisheries to extend connectivity in their fields and take advantage of connected machinery and sensor technology.
In light of the significant demand for Round 2 of the Program, grant guidelines and processes for Round 3 are being reviewed to maximise opportunities for primary producers across Australia to take advantage of connectivity solutions.
The discussion paper forms part of the Government’s consultation with interested stakeholders, and aims to obtain views on a proposed model for Round 3 of the Program.
This consultation specifically aims to:
Provide interested stakeholders with an outline of the proposed approach and seek their views.
Establish which connectivity solutions are most needed by primary producers.
Inform the final design of the Program and development of the grant opportunity guidelines.