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Climate Services for Agriculture (CSA) Program

Funding
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Region
Commonwealth
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Overview

The Future Drought Fund invests in the Climate Services for Agriculture program developed by the Bureau of Meteorology and CSIRO to provide farmers with local climate projections and better climate information. The program delivers tools like My Climate View, which offers future climate projections for 22 agricultural commodities at a 5-square-kilometre resolution across Australia, and supports development of the Australian Agricultural Drought Indicators Project to improve drought monitoring and forecasting.

Eligibility Requirements

The program is designed for farm businesses, farmland managers, rural communities, and farm advisors across Australia seeking climate information and drought preparedness tools for agricultural planning.

Who Can Apply

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Relevant Industries

Agriculture

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official government portal. Review the eligibility criteria carefully before applying, and ensure all supporting documents are prepared.

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Disclaimer: Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines on the official program page before applying.

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