Our Farm Management Deposit account, is designed to help primary producers manage income fluctuations, this account offers competitive interest rates and flexible term options. By investing in a Farm Management Deposit, you can defer taxable income during profitable years and withdraw during less profitable periods, providing a valuable financial buffer. Enjoy peace of mind with a secure, government-backed investment that supports your farming business.
Instant access to funds | Yes (please note that interest discounts may apply) |
Internet and mobile banking | Yes (balances only) |
Direct debits and credits | No |
Branch and contact centre | Yes |
Minimum balance | $1,000 |
You should be carrying on a primary production business in Australia at the time of making the deposit.
Your taxable non-primary production income should not exceed $100,000 in the income year you make the deposit.
You can hold multiple FMDs, but the total value must not exceed $800,000.
3 months (Amounts from $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.20% p.a1 |
4 months (Amounts from $1,000 to $500,000) | 4.25% p.a1 |
6 months (Amounts from $1,000 to $500,000) | 4.10% p.a1 |
9 months (Amounts $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.85% p.a1 |
12 months (Amounts $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.75% p.a1 |
18 months (Amounts $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.60% p.a1 |
24 months (Amounts $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.50% p.a1 |
36 months (Amounts $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.45% p.a1 |
48 months (Amounts $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.35% p.a1 |
60 months (Amounts $1,000 to $500,000) | 3.40% p.a1 |
Interest paid on maturity of fixed term. Penalties may apply for early redemption.7
Calculated daily, paid on Maturity.
Application, approval, or acceptance fee | None |
Monthly service fee | None |
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Disclaimers
Interest rates are on a per annum basis and are current as of today's date and are subject to change.
The Comparison rate is calculated on a secured loan amount of $150,000 over a term of 25 years. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
Minimum redraw amount is $500.
Offset Interest Rate Applies, detailed in All Interest Rates - Owner Occupier & Investor
Terms and conditions apply. Regional Australia Bank reserves the right to determine eligibility for this service.
This article does not constitute formal advice from Regional Australia Bank Ltd and this information has been provided for general information purposes only.
In case you have a change of mind, we provide a grace period of 14 calendar days, starting on the Deposit Date. If you would like to withdraw or transfer your investment to a different term, please contact us to arrange this.
If you withdraw part or all of the investment before the Maturity Date, the interest paid on the withdrawn amount will be calculated as follows:
Please refer to the Australian Tax Office Farm Management Deposits Scheme special legislative requirements to ensure you comply. We recommend you get advice from an independent tax adviser before opening this account.
Please refer to the Product Details, Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), Conditions of Use and Target Market Determination (TMD) when considering if this product is right for you.