Further funding to support the orderly phase out of live sheep exports by sea will soon flow with the Albanese Labor Government today announcing the successful recipients through the Farm Business Transition and Livestock Transport Industry Transition grant rounds.
The funding will support sheep producers and livestock transport operators to transition businesses, invest in new opportunities, and strengthen long-term viability ahead of the phase out of live sheep exports by sea by 1 May 2028.
The Farm Business Transition program is delivering $30 million in total grant funding to help sheep producers prepare for change, with $10.8 million allocated in this round.
Grants of up to $75,000 were available to support the development of business plans and the adoption of alternative farming systems or diversified operations, with 180 successful applications.
The Livestock Transport Industry Transition Program will provide $1.5 million to help livestock transport operators and businesses adjust operations before trade ends.
A total of $691,117 has been awarded through this first grant round, with grants of up to $40,000 awarded to 20 successful applicants.
Round 1 of the grant programs ran from the 7 October to 1 December last year, with the second round of grant opportunities to be opened later in 2026.
