Australia’s high-quality sheep and wool are big business for our national economy and contribute toward the agriculture sector’s goal of becoming a $100 billion industry by 2030.
We’re proud to support industry, and in turn their local communities, through building and expanding trade and market access opportunities, maintaining strong biosecurity, and helping farmers to prepare for drought and adopt climate-smart practices.
The Australian Government has committed $12.3 million over three years to sponsor regional events and forums - including $1 million supporting LambEx 2024 - that promote agricultural production sectors in Australia.
Discover more information about the ways we support the sheep, lamb and wool industries, click through the links below.
Drought, disaster and rural support
Programs and services to help you prepare for, manage and recover from droughts, disasters, pests and diseases.
Future Drought Fund
Providing secure, continuous funding for drought resilience initiatives to help Australians prepare for the impacts of drought.
Fourth Annual Report of the Sheep Sustainability Framework
Read the latest annual report of the Sheep Sustainability Framework and see how Australian sheep production is performing.
Sheep and Goat Traceability Taskforce
Discover key information and benefits that will be achieved by moving from a mob-based approach to individual eID.
Meat Export
We support Australia’s $4.5 billion lamb and mutton export industry by negotiating market access.
Biosecurity
A critical part of our efforts to prevent, respond to and recover from pests and diseases that threaten the economy and environment.
Rural Financial Counselling Service
Free and confidential financial counselling to improve your financial situation.