Gippsland Farm Forestry Grant Program
Organisation
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) and Agriculture Victoria, in partnership with VicForests
Description
Supports the establishment of farm-based timber plantations (woodlots, shelterbelts, wide-spaced plantings), integrated into whole-farm plans.
Designed to diversify farm income through timber production, carbon credits/sequestration, shelter, biodiversity, and environmental benefits.
Has funded multiple rounds (three completed rounds), supporting over 361 hectares of new farm forestry across Gippsland (Bass Coast, Baw Baw, South and East Gippsland).
How to apply
Interested landowners can register for updates or join the Gippsland Farm Forestry Program mailing list.
Direct enquiries via email to: farmforestry@deeca.vic.gov.au
Application rounds are generally announced through Agriculture Victoria channels (e.g., Farm Forestry Field Days).
Applications close
31/12/2025