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Welcome to Farmer Assist – Let’s Get You the Help You Need

You’re now connected to a network of accredited, insured volunteers ready to assist with pest animal control on your property.

Whether you’re dealing with wild deer, wallabies, rabbits in Tasmania, to feral pigs, foxes or other pest species on the mainland, help is available—and it starts with a simple step.

👉 Post your first job and start receiving applications from volunteers servicing your area.

How It Works (Simple and Fast)

Getting started takes just a few minutes:

1. Post Your Job
Tell us what pest issues you’re dealing with, your location and any property requirements.

2. Volunteers Apply
Registered volunteers in (or willing to travel to) your area will apply to assist.

3. You Choose
You review applications and select who you want on your property.

4. Work Gets Done
Control activities are carried out on your terms, when it suits you.

👉 You stay in control at every step.

 Why Farmers Use Farmer Assist

It’s Free
There is no cost to register or request assistance.

You Stay in Control
Approve who attends your property, set conditions and manage access.

Accredited & Insured Volunteers
All volunteers are  operating under strict safety, animal welfare and biosecurity standards.

Flexible and On-Demand
Get help when you need it—whether it’s a one-off job or ongoing support.

 

Why Act Now

Pest animal problems don’t stand still—and neither does demand for help.

✔More farmers are joining the program every week

✔ Volunteers are active and ready in many regions

✔ Early action helps reduce long-term damage to your property

👉 Posting your job now ensures you get timely assistance when it matters most.

You’re in Control – Always

Farmer Assist is built around landholder control and confidence.

✔ You decide who comes onto your property

✔ You set access rules and conditions

✔ You control timing and communication

✔ You approve all activity before it happens

This is your property—Farmer Assist simply helps you find the right people to get the job done.

 

Real Outcomes for Farmers

Across Australia, SSAA members are already:

✔ Assisting landholders with pest animal control

✔ Contributing thousands of volunteer hours

✔ Supporting regional communities and local economies

By using Farmer Assist, you’re tapping into a network that delivers real, on-ground results.

 

Your Next Step

You’re already registered—now it’s time to take the next step.

👉 Post your first job and start connecting with volunteers today.

Need Help Getting Started?

If you’re unsure how to post a job or want guidance, support is available.

We’re here to make the process simple, quick and effective—so you can focus on managing your property.

We have several ‘How-To’ guides in the ‘farmers information’ section to help you through the process.

You can also reach out to the National Coordinator, Matt Godson, via farmerassist@ssaa.org.au or 0448 887 079

Farmer Assist – Connecting Farmers with Trusted Volunteers