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Agricultural Clean Technology Program

17 Jun 2021

Help for farmers and agri-business

As part of an initiative introduced in Budget 2021, the federal government is now accepting applications for the new Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) Program. The ACT Program will provide financial assistance to farmers and agri-businesses to help them reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by developing and adopting the latest clean technologies.

The ACT Program has two funding streams:

  • Adoption Stream
  • Research and Innovation Stream

To find details about each of the streams, click on the links below. Each stream includes an overview, eligibility criteria and how to apply.

Act Program

Adoption Stream explained

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ACT Program

Research and Innovation Stream explained

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Learn more about additional green measures included in Budget 2021.

Please reach out to your Grant Thornton advisor if you would like to know how you and your business can benefit from this program.

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