Dry seasons and drought support
Financial support for drought-affected farmers in the south west
On Monday 30 September 2024, the Victorian Government announced a $13.53 million package to support farming communities affected by the drought in south west Victoria.
This package includes funding for an On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Grant Program and a one-on-one advisory service for farmers in eligible LGAs of south west Victoria, and builds on existing supports, including technical resources and services already available to farmers. Find out more.
On Farm Drought Infrastructure Grant Program
The $12.1 million On Farm Drought Infrastructure Grant program is now open.
Farmers in eligible LGAs can apply for co-contribution grants of up to $5,000 for on farm improvements that will help them manage the current drought conditions and build farm business preparedness and resilience for the future.
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Expressions of Interest are open for drought-affected farmers in south west Victoria to register for a free one-on-one consultation with a farm advisor.
The program offers eligible farmers the opportunity to sit down with a consultant to discuss the best way forward for their business .
It includes a 3-hour session (face to face or online) and follow up call, to take stock and develop a drought management plan.
Choose 3 farm advisors from the list of approved service providers and in the online application form, indicate your preference of service provider in order from 1 to 3.
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