Dry seasons and drought support

On 15 May 2025, the Victorian Government announced further practical support to farmers across Victoria impacted by drought and difficult seasonal conditions. This new $15.9 million package extends the $13.5 million drought support package announced on 30 September 2024. Learn more about the package.

The new funding will provide farm businesses with technical decision-making support right across the state.

A ‘Look Over the Farm Gate’ mental health and wellbeing grant program will also be available statewide to help communities come together and support farmers and farming families under stress.

The On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Grant Program will continue in the 11 existing local government areas (LGAs) of south west Victoria and be extended to 13 additional LGAs and all postcodes in the West Wimmera LGA. The grants support on-farm upgrades that provide immediate support in managing drought and build future resilience.

See the eligibility map below.

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Beige: Statewide technical decision-making and wellbeing support

Green: Supports announced Sept 2024/May 2025 including On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Grants, Small business financial counselling, technical decision-making and wellbeing support

Orange: Supports announced May 2025 including On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Grants, technical decision-making and wellbeing support