BushBank Seed Sector Grant

BushBank seed sector support grants 2025

Supporting the seed sector to meet the increased demand for native seed and seedlings to restore Victoria’s landscapes.

Overview

The BushBank program is Victoria’s most ambitious restoration program in history, addressing climate change and creating wildlife habitat as it restores more than 20,000 hectares of land across Victoria. To support the delivery of BushBank, the Victorian Government is offering grants for suitable projects that increase the supply of Victorian native seed and seedlings of good quality and known provenance.

To be eligible for funding, projects must increase the availability of Victorian native woody species' seed and seedlings. This includes shrubs and trees that align with Victoria’s ecological vegetation classes. Projects should focus on species in demand that are well suited to large-scale habitat restoration. Species should have a high potential for survival when planted.

The grant guideline details eligibility requirements and assessment criteria.

How to apply

You must apply using the Grants Online system by the closing date. You will need to register and create an account prior to commencing your application if you don’t already have one.

Register or log in via Grants Online.

Once you are logged in click on “available grants” and click on the BushBank program seed sector grant 2025 to begin your application. You can click on ‘save and resume later’ at any time and then return to your application by clicking on “my draft applications” button from your home page.

Make sure your application is complete and relevant documentation is attached. You will receive an application number once you have submitted it. Please quote this number in all communications with DEECA relating to your application.

Relevant documents

• Seed sector support grant guideline (PDF, 796.7 KB)
• Guidance for species in demand (PDF, 332.6 KB)
• Risk assessment and budget table guidance (PDF, 173.7 KB)

Timeline