Income and assets tests

You must meet an income and assets test to get Farm Household Allowance (FHA).

There is an income test and an assets test for Farm Household Allowance. This means that we consider how much you own and earn when we assess your claim. 

There are cut-off limits which can mean you won’t be eligible if your income or assets have a higher value.

 Cut-off limits are specific to your circumstances, as part of the income and assets test we consider all the following:

  • farm income
  • farm assets
  • off-farm income and assets.

Contact numbers available on this page.

Farmer assistance hotline

Use this line if you need help with the Farm Household Allowance.

Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm

There are other ways you may want to contact us.

Page last updated: 18 May 2026.
QC 38026