Opportunity for local producers and landholders

Published on 09 August 2024

An opportunity is now open for local producers and landholders to receive a grant of up to $3,500, to help them adopt regenerative land management practices. 

Andrew Cameron, Byron Shire Council’s Agricultural Extension Officer, said that the aim of the Regenerative Agriculture Small Grants Program was to help improve the health and productivity of land in the Byron Shire. 

“If you are a primary producer, market gardener or small-scale farmer, this grant is for you. You could use it for things like improving the quality of your soil or to create an integrated pest management system,” he said. 

“These grants are a win-win for farmers or producers, and consumers of the beautiful produce we are lucky enough to have access to in the Byron Shire. As an example, a simple change in farming practices may help enhance production of your crop and give people more delicious food to look forward to,” he said. 

If you are interested in applying, you can do so by going to Byron Shire Council’s website by Monday 16 September. 

Successful grant recipients will be notified in October.