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WA Rural Business Development Scheme

Provides concessional loans and grants to eligible Western Australian farm businesses to assist with drought recovery, productivity improvements, and business development.

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (WA) State / Territory Last reviewed: 20 April 2026

Indicative amount

Concessional loans from $50,000+

Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page

What you get

Concessional loans at low interest rates for farm infrastructure, productivity improvements, refinancing, or drought recovery. Grant programs may also be available for eligible farmers in declared areas.

Who it's for

farmersruralsmall business

Relevant life events: small business

How to apply

1. Contact the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. 2. Apply online or visit a regional office. 3. Provide business plan, financial statements, and purpose of funds.

Documents you may need

  • Farm financial statements
  • Business plan
  • Land ownership or lease documents
  • Tax returns

Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.

Apply on the official page

You will be taken to www.agric.wa.gov.au

Source: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/financial-assistance
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026