In 2019–20 the Victorian Government is making $300,000 available for agricultural and pastoral society grants.

Grants of up to $10,000 per society can be applied for under two categories, to cover such activities as:

the development or upgrade of facilities and amenities at showgrounds, and
improvements to business activities including the National Livestock Identification Scheme (NLIS) and greater community involvement in show activities.

All grant projects must be designed to provide a direct benefit to agricultural communities and enhance the promotion of livestock and agricultural activities.

Any registered Victorian Agricultural and Pastoral Society is able apply for one or more grants under the program.

Application deadline: Midnight 30 October 2019