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flag The government delayed round three of the on-farm connectivity program to mid-2026 due to funding and planning issues, despite high farmer demand.

flag The federal government has delayed the launch of round three of the on-farm connectivity program, with no confirmed start date despite earlier projections of late 2025 or early 2026. flag Applications are now expected in mid-2026 as guidelines remain under development, though the official website lists conflicting dates. flag The program, offering up to a $30,000 rebate for agtech equipment, exhausted its $18 million budget in round two within a week, showing strong farmer demand. flag The National Farmers' Federation is urging $15–20 million in new funding for additional rounds and expanded support for the Regional Tech Hub, improved mobile coverage, and network resilience, especially after recent disasters in Victoria and Queensland highlighted the need for reliable rural connectivity.

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