King and Flinders Islands Primary Producers - Seasonal Conditions Scheme

The Tasmanian Government recognises the significant cost being borne by primary producers on both King and Flinders Islands due to extended dry conditions.

To provide relief, the Tasmanian Government is offering one-off-payments of up to $20,000 to eligible primary producers.

To be eligible, farm businesses will need to demonstrate that they have a primary production livestock business on King Island or Flinders Island, and have or are expected to experience financial impact, causing some hardship, due to extended dry conditions on the island. Other livestock or primary production businesses will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For further information

View the King and Flinders Islands Primary Producers Seasonal Conditions Scheme Guidelines (PDF)

Opening date

3pm, Tuesday, 19 March 2024

Closing date

2pm, Tuesday, 30 April 2024, or until program funding is exhausted, whichever occurs the earliest.

How to apply

To apply for a support payment:

1. Read the guidelines and the associated eligibility criteria carefully to make sure your business is eligible.
2. Contact Business Tasmania at ask@business.tas.gov.au or on 1800 440 026 if you have any questions.
3. Complete your application using the Department’s online SmartyGrants portal.

Other support

The extended dry seasonal conditions continue to cause challenges for many Tasmanian farmers. Each person navigates situational stress differently and while it’s not always easy to reach out for support, support is available through Rural Alive & Well. Either call directly on 1800 729 827 or submit a callback request via: Call-back request.