Banking in Agribusiness 2025
The ABA’s latest report shows Australian banks have extended more than $140 billion in credit to the sector, up 80% since 2019.
From the paddock to the port, banks back the farmers, fishers and foresters who feed the nation and power our regions. The ABA includes regional and rural specialist banks, as well as banks with dedicated agribusiness teams.
Fact Sheet: seeking eligible interest holder consent from your bank
An overview of the process a bank will take when providing consent for carbon or biodiversity projects.
This document aims to help farm businesses understand the process your bank will undertake when providing consent for a carbon or biodiversity projects through a state based or federal government scheme.
Seeking eligible interest holder consent from your bank
Growth in Australian Agribusiness
Banking and Industry
The ABA and the National Farmers Federation (NFF) hold regular forums to discuss issues affecting farmers across Australia. This ensures that banks and farmers are working together on key challenges such as drought and climate change transition.
Rural Assistance
Don’t tough it out on your own
Whatever the cause, there are practical ways your bank can help you out of financial difficulty. Bushfire, drought, flood, plague or COVID-19 – contact your bank as soon as you can to access a range of services.
Rural Financial Counselling Service
Call the Rural Financial Counselling Service (RFCS) on 1800 344 090 if you are experiencing, or at risk of, financial hardship. The RFCS is available to farmers, fishers, foresters, and related small business owners.
National Emergency Management Agency
The Australian Government is committed to ensuring people impacted by natural disasters and drought get the support and advice they need to recover, including initiatives to reduce the risk and impact of future events.
Regional Investment Corporation (RIC)
The Future of Farming
Innovation Grants
Innovation grants give farmers, fishers, groups and businesses more tools to implement sustainable practices, reduce farm costs and build productivity.
Carbon Farming Initiative
The Emissions Reduction Fund provides opportunities for farmers and land managers to participate in emissions reduction and carbon sequestration (capture and storage) projects.
Science and Innovation Awards
The Science Awards encourage young scientists, researchers and innovators with original projects that aim to keep Australia’s rural industries sustainable and profitable.