The Federal Government has announced a new round of sustainability-focused subsidies aimed at supporting agricultural businesses participating in large-scale landscaping and land rehabilitation projects across regional Australia.
The initiative, expected to roll out in late 2026, will provide funding assistance for farmers, contractors, and environmental service providers involved in erosion control, native revegetation, water retention systems, and climate-resilient land development. Officials say the program is designed to strengthen rural economies while improving long-term land productivity.
Industry groups have welcomed the move, particularly in drought-affected regions where land restoration projects are increasingly tied to agricultural viability. Several local councils in Queensland and New South Wales are already preparing applications for integrated landscaping projects expected to create hundreds of regional jobs.
The announcement follows growing national investment in climate-smart agriculture and land management programs, with the government highlighting the importance of sustainable farming infrastructure and biodiversity outcomes.
