Events, grants and scholarships
Included below is a snapshot of some of the government-supported events, funding programs, grants and scholarships available in Western Australia.
Events
ABARES Regional Outlook Conference – Wednesday 20 September, Kununurra
Join others from around your region to hear the latest economic trends and agricultural commodity updates from ABARES speakers, as well as business innovation stories from local business people and producers.
Biosecurity Blitz 2017 - 18 to 30 September, State-wide
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development has announced the third annual Biosecurity Blitz - an event that encourages and supports community surveillance for pests and diseases using the MyPestGuide Reporter app.
Perth Royal Show - 23 to 30 September, Perth
Protecting our agriculture industries and planning our food for the future are the two key themes of the Department’s interactive display this year. Located in the Farm 2 Food exhibit, the display has a wealth of interesting information and interactive displays for both adults and children.
Planning the Peel Food Zone Community Workshop, Tuesday 10 October, Pinjarra
This community workshop aims to provide a forum for landholders and interested members of the local community to participate in the planning for the Peel Food Zone.
Planning the Peel Food Zone Community Workshop, Wednesday 11 October, Serpentine
This community workshop aims to provide a forum for landholders and interested members of the local community to participate in the planning for the Peel Food Zone.
Prices, patterns and profitability of feedlots Wednesday 20 September, South Perth
Keen to know more about starting up a commercial sheep feedlot? Not sure what profits can be made and what they depend on? Join Geoff Duddy for a presentation on sheep feedlotting where all of this will be discussed and more.
Succession: a business strategy - Wednesday 25 October, Walpole
The Department of Regional Development and Primary Industries is offering free business training workshops to primary producer and food processing businesses. These workshops assist businesses to develop strategies to manage risk and maximise opportunities for profit.
Sheep Technology Field Day - Tuesday 19 September, Northampton
Speakers from DPIRD will cover topics including sheep genetics, electronic identification (EiD), feeding sheep over summer, Lifetime Ewe Management groups. Equipment including sheep handlers and EID will also be on display.
Wrestling 2017 and Beyond - spring research event
The field day will include travelling to 3-4 DPIRD trial sites to discuss some topics we think are relevant to this year’s growing season. Some of these topics include sowing into last year’s furrow, management of wild radish and matching wheat varieties with time of sowing
Grants
Agricultural Trade and Market Access Cooperation (ATMAC) program
Grants are available for projects aimed at promoting cooperation in accessing international markets.
Community water supply program
The Community Water Supply Program (CWSP) provides grants of up to $100 000 for community water supply improvements in dryland agricultural areas receiving less than 600 mm average annual rainfall.
The Entrepreneurs’ Programme uses experienced Advisers and Facilitators, drawn from industry, to ensure businesses get the advice and support needed to improve their competitiveness, productivity and to seek growth opportunities.
Farm water supply planning scheme
Commercial broadacre farmer experiencing water shortages can apply for rebates to fund an audit and site inspection of farm water supply and improvements.
Farming Together (Farm Co-operatives and Collaboration Pilot Program) – is a $14 934 000 Federal Government initiative that aims to provide farmers with knowledge, skills and materials on collaborative ideas, co-operative structures and collective strategies.
Producer Innovation Fast-Track program
A new initiative developed by MLA Donor Company (MDC) to catalyse producer innovation. The program provides the expertise, co-funding and support to producers who are innovators, early adopters, AgTech entrepreneurs or future value chain leaders.
Provides grants of up to $20 000 for commercial pastoralists looking to develop alternative watering points to reduce grazing intensity around existing overgrazed and degraded water supplies.
Science and Innovation Award for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
The Science Awards encourage young scientists, researchers and innovators with original projects that will contribute to the ongoing success and sustainability of Australia’s agricultural, fisheries and forestry industries. Applications close Friday 13 October.
Provides tailored advice to help your business to develop a better understanding of your customer’s needs and requirements, increase your supplier capability, and improve your access to new and existing markets.
Scholarships
Grains R&D Postgraduate Scholarships
Scholarships are available for four years and are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, the topic of the proposed research program and the likelihood of the applicant’s on-going involvement with the grains industry. Applications close 31 October.
Western Australian sheep industry university scholarship program
The WA sheep industry scholarship program is designed to support and encourage individuals who wish to pursue further study by addressing key industry questions relevant to the sheep industry supply chain in Western Australia.