Goanna Ag is proud to have been appointed as a Program Partner for the NSW $48 million Farms of the Future program. This means we are an approved supplier of Ag IoT devices to farmers located across 11 target local government areas (LGAs) in rural and regional New South Wales. The NSW Government is supporting the implementation of on-farm connectivity solutions with grant funding for eligible farmers to help address some of the barriers they face when adopting digital technology devices on their property.
Why choose Goanna Ag
Choosing an approved Program Partner and quality supplier is crucial to the success of this program, as it will ensure you have access to the best possible equipment and expertise to help you achieve your goals. A quality supplier will provide you with reliable, high-quality products and services that are tailored to your specific needs.
By partnering with Goanna Ag, you can take full advantage of the NSW Farms of the Future program and achieve sustainable, long-term success.
Industry knowledge
We have over 20 years’ experience providing agricultural products and services to help Australian farmers improve their operations and achieve their goals.
Trustworthy
We have been building trust with our clients for many years and will give you the confidence that your needs will be addressed by knowledgeable and competent professionals.
Product expertise
Our extensive experience in the agricultural industry means we not only deliver high-quality products but we also provide valuable insights to our clients.
Consistent
We deliver the same level of service every time, with a focus on timely communication to answer questions, address concerns, and ensure overall customer satisfaction.
About the program
The Farms of the Future program aims to facilitate tech-enabled production and monitoring through improved connectivity and installation of sensor equipment which support increased productivity, competitiveness, job creation and sustainable use of resources in the cotton, livestock (sheep & beef, grains) and horticultural sectors.
The program has 11 target LGAs in rural and regional NSW, they include: Carrathool, Griffith and Leeton; Armidale; Moree Plains and Narrabri; Orange and Cabonne; Ballina, Byron and Lismore.
Key dates
Applications open
3rd February 2023
Applications close
31st August 2023
Claim period closes
29th February 2024
Program closes
30th June 2025
Solutions available through this program
GoField
Integrates in-field sensors, local weather data, crop growth stage, satellite imagery and deeply researched analytics to identify the optimum time and quantity for irrigation.
GoFuel
Know exactly how much fuel or water you have available making predictions and future planning simple through easily accessible and valuable information.
GoStorage
Greatly improve your water use efficiency by clearly see what water is being used, pumped and evaporated as well as what is in storages and channels.
GoTank
Monitor header tanks and take prompt action with this device that also provides a handy alert system to notify you when water levels cross your pre-defined threshold.
GoWeather
This accurate, low-cost and low-maintenance weather station measures multiple factors including temperature, humidity, wind, rainfall, and solar radiation.
Inversion tower
Detect hazardous temperature inversions for spray drift prevention and get a variety of weather information for healthier crops and an improved working environment.
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Program objectives
In response to the challenges identified in industry research and the NSW Government’s Farms of the Future pilot program in 2020, five key objectives have been developed to guide the expansion of the program from 2022 to 2025.
Facilitate improved access to on-farm connectivity options in targeted LGAs in regional NSW.
Develop evidence of tangible productivity and efficiency gains as a result of improved on-farm connectivity.
Accelerate the uptake of Internet of Things (IoT) Agtech to support increased productivity, profitability, competitiveness and the sustainable use of resources in the agriculture sector.
Improve the digital capability and skills of farming businesses and their workforce to enable greater awareness and adoption of digital technologies.
Support collaboration across local, State and Commonwealth Government programs, as well as across industry and the community.
How does the grant program work?
The grant is a reimbursement rather than a co-contribution.
Before producers submit an application, they will need to complete the Farms of the Future Training Program and develop an AgTech Plan (incorporating a Monitoring Plan and a Tech List.)
Tech Lists are produced through the Agtech Catalogue.
Once an applicant is approved as an eligible applicant, they may make eligible purchases of the Agtech specified in the AgTech Plan and have it installed at their primary industry enterprise.
Producers must pay suppliers directly, in full.
Suppliers issue a zero invoice once they have supplied and/or installed the products and the producer has paid their invoice.